Regulatory Scope
Certification systems provide a multi-stage verification process for chemicals, colourants, auxiliaries and finishes used in the textile and leather industry. Achievement of an OEKO-TEX Eco-Passport indicates that a substance has been tested against a rigorous list of harmful chemicals and meets specific environmental criteria. This certification covers the entire life cycle of the chemical product from its ingredients to the manufacturing process at the chemical plant.
Verification Stages
Testing involves a screening of the CAS registry numbers against restricted lists followed by an analytical verification in a laboratory. Materials holding an OEKO-TEX Eco-Passport are screened for impurities that could contaminate the final garment, the factory wastewater, the local air or the surrounding environment. An optional on-site audit of the chemical production facility provides the highest level of assurance for the supply chain.
Commercial Value
Brands use this certification as a pre-qualification tool for their chemical suppliers to ensure compliance with global safety standards. Procurement of chemicals with an OEKO-TEX Eco-Passport simplifies the path to achieving final product labels for garments. This system reduces the testing burden on garment factories by ensuring that inputs are safe before they enter the dye bath.
Supply Assurance
Supply assurance protects brand integrity.
