Organic Fabric

An organic fabric is made from fibres grown or raised without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilisers, and processed without certain chemicals. The most common organic fibres are cotton, linen, hemp, and wool. The organic claim usually applies to the agricultural side first.

GOTS stands for Global Organic Textile Standard, the leading certification for organic textiles. It covers the whole supply chain from fibre through processing and manufacturing. GOTS-certified fabric is at least 70 percent organic fibre, with higher grades requiring 95 percent or more.

Look for recognised certifications such as GOTS, OCS (Organic Content Standard), or OEKO-TEX Made in Green. The certification number is often printed on the label. Without certification, organic claims aren’t always traceable, particularly with cotton.

Yes, generally. Organic fibres cost more to grow because yields are often lower and farming is more labour-intensive. Certification adds further cost. Organic fabric is typically 20 to 50 percent more expensive than the conventional equivalent.

See our organic fabric product range