Certifications

ORGANIC COTTON CERTIFICATION
GOTS CERTIFIED COMPONENTS

Fair Indigo's cotton, yarns, fabrics, and dyes are GOTS certified. We are in the process of obtaining GOTS certification for all of our workshops & cooperatives that do cutting & sewing. While some of our larger workshops already have it, the process for certification is rigorous and challenging for small cooperatives of less than twenty people. GOTS certification on our dyed fabric exceeds Oeko-tex standards for safe dyes.

GOTS certification ensures:

  • Fibers are certified organic.*
  • Toxic chemicals such as chlorine, bleach, heavy metals, and formaldehyde are not used.
  • Wastewater procedures are ecologically safe.
  • Water & energy conservation measures are active.
  • Fair wages, safe working conditions, and reasonable working hours are adhered to.
  • Child labor, forced labor, and union busting activities are strictly prohibited.
  • Synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and GMOs are not used in growing raw materials.
  • Dyes are regularly tested to ensure no dangerous chemicals are present. These forbidden chemicals include Azo colorants, formaldehyde, pentachlorophenol, cadmium, and nickel.


Fair Indigo's dyes meet or exceed the US Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) regarding lead and the European Chemical Regulation (REACh).

    GOTS certificate

    *GOTS dictates at least 70% of raw fibers must be certified organic. At Fair Indigo, 100% of the cotton we use is certified organic. Many of our garments use only 100% cotton fabric, while some use 3%-5% spandex for stretch, shape retention, & comfort.

    GREEN AMERICA

    Green AmericaGreen America is a non-profit organization based in the United States that promotes ethical consumerism by helping responsible consumers and green businesses find each other. The Green America Approved seal is given to applicant businesses that operate in ways that support workers, communities, and protect the environment. We are proud to be a certified member. Learn more. 

     

    BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU

    Better Business BureauThe BBB is a non-profit organization that works with businesses and consumers to set high standards of conduct in the marketplace. The BBB Seal is a trusted symbol of excellence in how businesses should treat the public – with fairness and honesty. Fair Indigo is proud to earn an A+ rating from BBB. Learn more.