Oeko-Tex Eco Passport

Independent certification system for chemicals, dyes, and auxiliaries used in the textile and leather industry.
Founded: 1990
Sector: Textile

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Goal:

OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT is an independent certification system for chemicals, dyes, and auxiliaries used in the textile and leather industry.

Through a multi-step process, each individual ingredient of the chemical product is verified to ensure it meets legal requirements and is not harmful to human health. Brands and manufacturers value OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT as credible proof of sustainable textile and leather production.
Once a year, OEKO-TEX® updates the list of prohibited substances and limit values, incorporating new scientific findings or legal requirements.

OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT offers companies:

An independent tool to test chemicals to support a greener chemical industry.
A comprehensive platform to analyze compliance with MRSL and RSL.
Transparent and easy-to-understand assessment processes.
Simple integration with other OEKO-TEX® certifications such as STANDARD 100, LEATHER STANDARD, and STeP.

All chemicals, dyes, and auxiliaries used in textile and leather production can be certified according to OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT. This also includes specific formulations (chemical compounds) for the textile, clothing, and leather industries.

What does the certificate indicate?
The ECO PASSPORT certification system is designed for process chemical and chemical compound manufacturers. Chemicals for leather and textiles certified under ECO PASSPORT are tested for harmful substances at critical concentrations, as listed in the ECO PASSPORT standard. The label also provides transparent proof of which items meet the criteria for environmentally responsible textile and leather production. Once a year, OEKO-TEX® updates prohibited substances and limit values, incorporating new scientific findings or legal requirements.

Which products can be certified?
All chemicals, dyes, and auxiliaries used in the production of textiles and leather materials can be certified under ECO PASSPORT. This also includes industry-specific formulations (chemical compounds) for the textile, leather, and clothing industries.

ECO PASSPORT in summary:

CAS number screening: Components declared by the applicant are compared with the list of harmful chemicals for ECO PASSPORT (RSL/MRSL) or the REACH candidate SVHC list.
Analytical verification: Laboratory tests ensure that certified chemicals can be used in the sustainable production of textiles and leather goods optimized for environmental and human safety.
Self-assessment and optional on-site visit: Working conditions, environmental management, and safety are verified during an on-site visit, which is optional for the applicant.
Certificate validity verification: The validity of the certificate can be checked through an individual certificate number, and information on the products covered by the certificate is also available.