Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS): A Strategic Framework for Sustainable, Transparent, and Responsible Textile Manufacturing
Abstract
This paper explains the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and how it helps the textile industry become more sustainable, transparent, and responsible. It discusses organic fiber requirements, strict chemical controls, environmental management, worker welfare, and full supply-chain traceability. The study highlights why GOTS is important for modern manufacturers and how it supports global compliance, reduces risks, and improves market competitiveness in Europe, the USA, and other premium markets.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Global trade
sustainability
and social impact
Organic Food and Agriculture
Environmental Sustainability in Business
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 15 February 2026
- Language
- EN