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How to check if a company is OEKO-TEX certified?
A clear, practical way to verify OEKO-TEX claims using the official Label Check, QR codes and the public Directory, plus how this relates to organic cotton.
Use the official OEKO-TEX Label Check to confirm a claim: enter the label number exactly as printed (the tool is case sensitive) or scan the label’s QR code. If you don’t have a number, search the OEKO-TEX Directory by company or ask the seller for the certificate details. OEKO-TEX certification does not automatically mean “organic.”
Fast verification: the official ways to check
Start with OEKO-TEX’s own tools. The Label Check confirms whether a specific label number is official; it notes that all label numbers are case sensitive and provides a contact link if no result appears. You can also scan the QR code on certain labels to be taken directly to the label details. For broader lookups by company or to browse labels, use the public Directory.
- Label Check: enter the exact label number or scan the QR code OEKO-TEX Label Check
- Public Directory: search by brand, company or certificate type OEKO-TEX Directory
- MADE IN GREEN labels: QR-enabled traceability shows where and how the item was made MADE IN GREEN Label Check
Step-by-step: check the exact certification claim
- Find the label number or QR code on the product tag, packaging or seller’s certificate image.
- Go to the official Label Check and enter the number exactly as printed, respecting upper and lower case, or scan the QR code if present OEKO-TEX Label Check.
- Review the result for status and the specific standard (for example, MADE IN GREEN or STANDARD 100). If a certificate has been withdrawn or is inactive, the tool indicates it, and no result means you have not verified that entry. Recheck the characters and contact OEKO-TEX if necessary; do not infer a reason from a failed lookup OEKO-TEX Label Check.
Quick checklist to verify an OEKO-TEX claim
If you only have a company or brand name
A company listing is a starting point. Hohenstein’s certification guidance says to check the valid certificate and confirm that the specific product is within its scope. A certificate for fabric alone is not proof that every finished sheet sold by the brand is certified.
Use the OEKO-TEX Directory to search by name and browse current certificates associated with that company. This is helpful when a product page doesn’t show a label number, or when you want to check a brand’s broader participation. Directory entries can be filtered by certificate type such as STANDARD 100 or MADE IN GREEN OEKO-TEX Directory. OEKO-TEX also points businesses to its online directory via the Buying Guide, which is managed through OEKO-TEX Connect OEKO-TEX Buying Guide.
Does OEKO-TEX mean organic?
No. OEKO-TEX is an umbrella of different standards. Many shoppers encounter STANDARD 100, which focuses on testing textiles for harmful substances. Organic content is not implied by that label alone. In 2023, OEKO-TEX introduced a separate ORGANIC COTTON certification that verifies organic origin with GMO and pesticide testing and maintains a fully verified chain of custody, including transaction certificates at each ownership change from the ginning stage onward OEKO-TEX ORGANIC COTTON press release. If you specifically want organic cotton verified by OEKO-TEX, look for the ORGANIC COTTON or ORGANIC COTTON Blended label and confirm it via the Label Check or Directory.
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Case sensitivity: entering a label number with the wrong upper/lower case can return no result. Copy it exactly as printed or scan the QR code when available OEKO-TEX Label Check.
- Expired or withdrawn documents: a past certificate is not proof today. Use the official tools to confirm current status OEKO-TEX Label Check.
- Traceability info: certain labels like MADE IN GREEN link you to detailed production locations and steps via the updated Label Check and the QR code MADE IN GREEN Label Check.
If a check fails
Treat the claim as unverified until you can confirm it through OEKO-TEX. Ask the seller for the exact label number or an official certificate image that shows the number clearly, then retry the Label Check. If you still cannot verify it, search the Directory by company to see whether any current certificates exist OEKO-TEX Directory.
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FAQ
What counts as proof that a claim is real?
A matching, current certificate is useful only if its scope covers the product you are buying. A directory listing establishes a company’s participation, not certification of every item it sells. Ask for the certificate number, holder and product scope, and verify those details rather than relying on a screenshot OEKO-TEX Label Check OEKO-TEX Directory.
Where do I find the label number?
Look on the product’s label, packaging or on a seller-provided certificate image. If the label has a QR code, scan it to go straight to the item’s Label Check page OEKO-TEX Label Check.
How do I confirm organic cotton with OEKO-TEX?
Look specifically for the OEKO-TEX ORGANIC COTTON or ORGANIC COTTON Blended label and verify it via Label Check or the Directory. This certification includes tests for GMOs and pesticides and uses a verified chain of custody OEKO-TEX ORGANIC COTTON press release.