What is GOTS Certification, and Why Does It Matter for Your Baby’s Clothes?

As parents, we’re always looking for ways to keep our children safe, healthy, and happy — especially when it comes to what touches their skin every day. That’s why choosing the right clothing is more than just picking cute designs or soft fabrics. It’s about knowing what’s in the fabric and how it’s made.

At URTHLY ON, we use only GOTS-certified organic cotton for our baby and toddler clothing — and there’s a reason we’re so proud of that. But what exactly does GOTS mean, and why should you care?

Let’s break it down.

What is GOTS Certification?

GOTS stands for the Global Organic Textile Standard. It’s the leading worldwide certification for organic textiles, covering the entire production process from farm to finished fabric.

To earn the GOTS label, a textile product must meet strict environmental and social criteria at every single step — including how the cotton is grown, how it’s processed, dyed, and even how it’s packaged.

There are two GOTS label grades:

• “Organic” (95–100% certified organic fibers)
• “Made with organic” (minimum 70% certified organic fibers)

At URTHLY ON, we choose GOTS Organic—the highest level of organic purity—so you can feel confident in what your child is wearing.

Why GOTS Matters for Your Baby’s Clothes

Babies and toddlers have delicate, absorbent skin that’s more vulnerable to irritation and chemical exposure. Unfortunately, many conventional clothes contain pesticide residues, synthetic dyes, and toxic finishes that can be harmful to little bodies.

Here’s how GOTS helps eliminate those risks:

1. No Harmful Chemicals

GOTS prohibits the use of toxic pesticides, heavy metals, formaldehyde, and azo dyes — ensuring that the clothing is safe for sensitive skin (and the planet).

2. Environmental Responsibility

The certification also ensures responsible water usage, waste treatment, and energy consumption throughout the manufacturing process.

3. Social Accountability

GOTS isn’t just about materials — it also verifies that workers are treated fairly. Certified factories must meet standards for safe working conditions, living wages, and no child labor.

4. End-to-End Transparency

From seed to seam, GOTS requires full traceability, so you know exactly where and how your baby’s clothes were made.

Why URTHLY ON Chooses GOTS

At URTHLY ON, we’re parents too — and we know how important it is to keep harmful chemicals away from your little one. That’s why every piece in our collection is made with GOTS-certified organic cotton and dyed using GOTS-approved dyes.

We also partner with a Sedex-audited, socially compliant factory, reinforcing our commitment to ethical, transparent production from start to finish.

When you choose URTHLY ON, you're not just buying clothes — you're choosing peace of mind, a cleaner planet, and a healthier future for your child.

Final Thoughts

GOTS certification isn’t just a label — it’s a promise. A promise that what your child wears is pure, safe, ethical, and made with intention. And that’s exactly the kind of care every little one deserves.

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