Lead the way. Act sustainably.
Since 1992, OEKO-TEX® has been offering practical, tailored solutions for product stewardship and consumer protection.
OEKO-TEX® provides tools for management and communication of safety and sustainability efforts. The modular system ensures these services work together for traceability, transparency and cost reduction along the textile and leather supply chains.
OEKO-TEX® benefits at a glance.
- Effective consumer protection and product stewardship
- Responsible chemical management
- Environmentally friendly production technologies
- Efficient use of resources and materials
- Socially responsible working conditions
- Transparent supply chain management
- Sustainable procurement
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Explore the OEKO-TEX® system
OEKO-TEX® offers tailored support at all stages of the textile / leather chain:
Customised solutions
Useful assets for your daily work
How do I get an OEKO-TEX® certificate?
First step to get an OEKO-TEX® certificate is to fill out the respective standard's relevant application form. When applying by using an online form on the OEKO-TEX® website, please make sure that you choose Hohenstein as your partner institute. After we have received your application, we will get in touch with you and discuss the next steps as well as the costs for your OEKO-TEX® certificate.
ALL OEKO-TEX® APPLICATION FORMS & STANDARDS
OEKO-TEX® Label Check
The OEKO-TEX® Label Check is an easy-to-use tool that helps consumers and buyers to check the validity of OEKO-TEX® labels at any time by entering the certificate number or product ID in the Label Check section of the OEKO-TEX® website or by scanning the QR code on the label.
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OEKO-TEX® Buying Guide
A network of suitable suppliers and reliable sources of materials are essential for companies that want to consistently operate in a sustainable way. The OEKO-TEX® Buying Guide is a practical tool that supports you in the selection of reliable cooperation partners and in the sourcing of suitable raw materials. In this online directory you will find products, brands and manufacturers certified according to OEKO-TEX® standards.
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OEKO-TEX® & Hohenstein: always a good fit
As a founding member of the OEKO-TEX® Association, Hohenstein supports companies along the supply chain with solutions for product stewardship and sustainability. With accredited testing and inspection services as well as broad industry expertise, Hohenstein offers tailored solutions to assist with successfully managing market requirements.
Summary of all our OEKO-TEX® services
Summary of all our sustainability services