Textile Exchange (GRS (Global Recycled Standard), RCS (Recycled Claim Standard), OCS (Organic Content Standard))

What is the Textile Exchange Certification?  

The Textile Exchange certification applies to products containing recycled and/or organic materials and covers the entire supply chain, including:

• Recycled, reclaimed, and/or organic content verification
• Chain of Custody (from source to final product)
• Social and environmental practices
• Chemical restrictions 

By achieving Textile Exchange certification through Cotecna, your organization ensures transparency, integrity, and compliance with global sustainability standards, meeting consumer and buyer expectations for eco-friendly products.  

Benefits of Textile Exchange Certification  

• Gain market advantage and access global markets demanding certified sustainable products.
• Build consumer trust and confidence by verifying recycled content and ethical practices.
• Meet regulatory compliance for international sustainability and labelling requirements.
• Strengthen brand reputation and position your company as a leader in responsible production.
• Ensure supply chain integrity, traceability, and accountability from raw material to finished product. 

How to Get the Textile Exchange Certification with Cotecna 

Cotecna provides certification services for Textile Exchange (TE) standards, including: 

• Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
• Recycled Claim Standard (RCS)
• Organic Content Standard (OCS) 

The TE certification helps organizations verify recycled or organic content in their products and ensure compliance with globally recognized sustainability and traceability requirements. Achieving these certifications enhances brand credibility, promotes transparency, and strengthens integrity across your entire supply chain. 

Organizations seeking Textile Exchange certification must first complete the application and contract agreement process. 

Once this is finalized, Cotecna will conduct an on-site audit to assess compliance with the relevant standard’s requirements, including material traceability, chain of custody, social and environmental practices, and chemical management. Upon successful completion, your organization will receive the certification, which is typically valid for 12 months.  

To maintain compliance and meet buyer expectations, a new audit should be scheduled before the current certificate expires. 

Request a Certification

The following Cotecna locations and subsidiaries are accredited as certification bodies for Textile Exchange: 

• Beijing Cotecna Kaixin Certification

To request an audit, certification, or for more information on the certification process, please don’t hesitate to contact us.