What is GOTS certification? Is it available for Indian textile manufacturers?

GOTS stands for Global Organic Textile Standard — the world leading certification for organic fibres throughout the entire textile supply chain. GOTS certification covers not just the fibre (which is covered by organic farming certification) but also dyeing, finishing, and manufacturing processes.

What GOTS guarantees:

• Fibre is certified organic (USDA Organic, India Organic, etc.)
• Processing uses only approved low-impact dyes and chemicals
• No harmful substances in the final product
• Fair labour standards at all production stages

India and GOTS: India has the largest number of GOTS-certified textile facilities in the world — particularly in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Rajasthan. This makes India a major source for certified organic textiles globally.

Wholesale relevance: GOTS certification is primarily relevant for export-oriented manufacturers. For domestic wholesale, it is a growing niche — organic cotton kurtis and baby wear are the most active GOTS domestic categories.