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06.04.2022 ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX®: Effective 1 April 2023, self-assessment will become a mandatory part of certification
So far, the ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX® certification consisted of a mandatory CAS number screening and laboratory analysis. The self-assessment and on-site inspection were voluntary. While the on-site inspection remains voluntary for the time being, the self-assessment will become mandatory in April 2023 for all customers who have not yet passed it for their production sites.
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05.04.2022 How OEKO-TEX® protects its brand
In order to reinforce the trust of our customers and consumers in the OEKO-TEX® brand, OEKO-TEX® has been relying on the services of Berlin-based brand protection company SENTRYC for some time now. Its eponymous software tracks brand abuse and plagiarism on online marketplaces and social media platforms.
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01.04.2022 OEKO-TEX® new regulations 2022
The OEKO-TEX® Association has released its annual updates to test criteria, limit values and requirements for its certification. All new regulations will come into force on 1 April 2022.
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31.03.2022 Emission chamber testing - mattresses and foams: Proven safety thanks to our comprehensive emission testing
Emission chamber testing according to ISO 16000 and EN 16516 now again in-house using state-of-the-art testing equipment
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30.03.2022 Emission chamber testing - building and furniture materials: Proven safety thanks to our comprehensive emission testing
Emission chamber testing according to ISO 16000 and EN 16516 now again in-house using state-of-the-art testing equipment
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28.03.2022 STeP by OEKO-TEX® certification for first leather manufacturer in Italy
OETI is very proud to introduce its customer Conceria Centomo Srl – a leather tannery - the second company within the entire OEKO-TEX® family – and the first in Italy – to receive the STeP by OEKO-TEX® certification for its leather production.
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17.01.2022 OETI interview regarding 30 years of OEKO-TEX®
Interview with OETI’s OEKO-TEX® expert Helene Melnitzky about the role of OEKO-TEX®, market trends and current OEKO-TEX® certifications and labels
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12.08.2016 Two supplements to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100
At the end of June, the OEKO-TEX® Association published two supplements to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 to add to its already existing product portfolio. In detail, these include a Supplement for “Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Materials for PPE (as well as for military garments and uniforms comparable with PPE)”, and an updated version of the long-standing Supplement for "Special Articles".
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12.08.2016 Two supplements to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100
At the end of June, the OEKO-TEX® Association published two supplements to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 to add to its already existing product portfolio. In detail, these include a Supplement for “Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Materials for PPE (as well as for military garments and uniforms comparable with PPE)”, and an updated version of the long-standing Supplement for "Special Articles".
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01.08.2016 Publication in Iranian textile magazine Nassajiemrooz ECO PASSPORT: شرکت اَوتی: توسعه آزمون های مواد شیمایی نساجی
شرکت اَوتی: توسعه آزمون های مواد شیمایی نساجی انستیتو تکنولوژی، اکولوژی و نوآوری اتریش ( OETI) با همکاری انجمن بین المللی اوکو تکس ( Oeko-Tex) سوییس در زوریخ برنامه آزمون ها و استانداردهای نساجی خود را با ارائه گواهینامه های جدید تحت عنوان اکوپاسپورت ( Eco-Passport) توسعه بخشیده است.
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01.08.2016 Publication in Iranian textile magazine Nassajiemrooz ECO PASSPORT: شرکت اَوتی: توسعه آزمون های مواد شیمایی نساجی
شرکت اَوتی: توسعه آزمون های مواد شیمایی نساجی انستیتو تکنولوژی، اکولوژی و نوآوری اتریش ( OETI) با همکاری انجمن بین المللی اوکو تکس ( Oeko-Tex) سوییس در زوریخ برنامه آزمون ها و استانداردهای نساجی خود را با ارائه گواهینامه های جدید تحت عنوان اکوپاسپورت ( Eco-Passport) توسعه بخشیده است.
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18.07.2016 ECO PASSPORT publication in Melliand International / Deutscher Fachverlag - Textiltechnische Fachzeitschriften
OETI: enlargement of textile chemicals testings The Institute for Ecology, Technology and Innovation GmbH (OETI), Vienna/Austria, broadens the testing program with the new Eco Passport certification for textile chemicals by the Oeko-Tex Association, Zurich/Switzerland. Eco Passport by Oeko-Tex offers textile chemical manufacturers a confidential and independent method to reassure their customers that chemicals, colorants and auxiliaries comply with the industry’s sustainability requirements and initiatives like ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals).
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18.07.2016 ECO PASSPORT publication in Melliand International / Deutscher Fachverlag - Textiltechnische Fachzeitschriften
OETI: enlargement of textile chemicals testings The Institute for Ecology, Technology and Innovation GmbH (OETI), Vienna/Austria, broadens the testing program with the new Eco Passport certification for textile chemicals by the Oeko-Tex Association, Zurich/Switzerland. Eco Passport by Oeko-Tex offers textile chemical manufacturers a confidential and independent method to reassure their customers that chemicals, colorants and auxiliaries comply with the industry’s sustainability requirements and initiatives like ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals).
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14.07.2016 Georg Dieners OEKO-TEX® Secretary General informs about new design:
We are pleased to announce that, as of this fall, the OEKO-TEX® Association will introduce a new, standardised design for all brands within the OEKO-TEX® portfolio. This bold new design is currently in use with our MADE IN GREEN product label. This fall, we will achieve a consistently branded look with the design modification of both the OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 and the STeP by OEKO-TEX® certification.
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14.07.2016 ECO PASSPORT for Leading provider of antimicrobial and odor absorption solutions
Leading provider of antimicrobial and odor absorption solutions for the textile and apparel industries, is the first U.S. company to receive the new ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX® certification.
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14.07.2016 ECO PASSPORT for Leading provider of antimicrobial and odor absorption solutions
Leading provider of antimicrobial and odor absorption solutions for the textile and apparel industries, is the first U.S. company to receive the new ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX® certification.
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14.07.2016 OEKO-TEX® Examines Supply Chain Transparency at Texworld USA
Zürich (tm) Consumer demand is growing for home textile products that do not contain harmful levels of dangerous chemicals and are also made in socially and environmentally responsible ways.
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