GOTS received the top score in a guideline issued by the German government. The document “Guidelines for Sustainable Textile Procurement by the Federal Administration” refers to internationally recognized standards, such as GOTS, as a preferred means to prove compliance with the required social and environmental criteria. The document scored sustainability performance of known labels and highlighted GOTS as a top standard for organic textiles. The document is intended for voluntary use by several government and private procurement actors to improve procurement practices. The guiding criteria included environmental and social requirements in the supply chain and a ban on using harmful chemicals in end products.
