Organic cotton is grown under organic farming rules. The fibre itself looks and feels like conventional cotton; the difference is in how it is farmed.
How organic cotton is grown
- No synthetic pesticides or fertilisers
- No genetically modified seeds
- Farming methods that support soil health
Certification
Farms are certified under organic farming standards. After that, standards such as OCS track the organic fibre through spinning, fabric production and garment making.
What brands should know
- An organic claim needs certification through the whole chain
- Organic cotton can still be dyed and finished; chemical safety is covered by tests such as OEKO-TEX
- Supply can be limited, so plan early
Read OCS 100 vs OCS Blended or see organic cotton fabrics.