Transparency & Certifications
At STAPLE Co, we believe transparency should be simple.
Not hidden behind language.
Not reduced to buzzwords.
This page outlines the certifications held by our manufacturing partner, what they mean, and where their limits are.
Because understanding how clothing is made shouldn’t require guesswork.
Our Approach
We don’t claim to be perfect.
But we do choose to work within globally recognised systems that independently verify:
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Material sourcing
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Chemical use
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Manufacturing processes
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Worker conditions
These certifications form the baseline for how we produce our garments.
Certifications Overview
Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
What it is:
The leading global standard for organic textiles.
What it covers:
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Certified organic fibres
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Processing and dyeing restrictions
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Environmental management
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Social criteria across manufacturing
Our manufacturing partner is GOTS certified, meaning these standards apply across the production processes used to make our garments.
Organic Content Standard (OCS)
What it is:
A certification verifying the presence and traceability of organic material.
What it covers:
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Verification of organic cotton content
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Chain of custody tracking
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Accurate labelling of fibre composition
This ensures that when organic materials are used, they are accounted for throughout the supply chain.
Fairtrade Certification (FLOCERT)
What it is:
A globally recognised system for fair trade practices.
What it covers:
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Fairtrade standards for cotton supply chains
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Audited compliance with trading standards
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Structured systems supporting worker welfare
Our manufacturing partner is certified under FLOCERT (FLO ID 48151) and complies with Fairtrade standards for cotton.
Fair Trade USA (Factory Certification)
What it is:
A certification focused on factory-level compliance with Fair Trade standards.
What it covers:
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Factory working conditions
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Social compliance systems
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Eligibility to produce under Fair Trade frameworks
Our manufacturing partner is certified under Fair Trade USA standards and authorised to manufacture products accordingly.
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100
What it is:
A product safety certification.
What it covers:
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Testing for harmful substances
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Chemical safety limits
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Skin-safe materials
The certification applies to garments and materials, including dyes, threads, and finishes.
The facility meets Product Class I standards, the highest level — suitable for baby products.
What We Do - And Don’t - Claim
We believe clarity is part of responsibility.
What we do:
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Work with certified manufacturing partners
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Source materials through traceable systems
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Use facilities audited under recognised global standards
What we don’t do:
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Claim certifications apply universally without documentation
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Use certifications as marketing shortcuts
Ongoing Responsibility
Certifications are not a finish line.
They are a framework.
We continue to:
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Review our supply chain
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Improve material choices
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Work toward greater traceability at product level
You can view the certification documents below.
Last verified: January 2026
We review and update this page as certifications are renewed or changed.
If you have questions about our supply chain or certifications, feel free to reach out.
