TRUE COTTON™
We are committed to the highest standards of ethical sourcing and sustainability. Track the journey of cotton from farms to the finished product, ensuring transparency, quality, and environmental responsibility.
Traceability Shapes the Future
Have you ever considered what goes into the cotton used in your clothing? True Cotton certification guarantees that cotton meets rigorous environmental and ethical standards, ensuring responsible cultivation and production. It’s about verifying sustainable farming practices that protect soil health, conserve water, and support biodiversity.
True Cotton isn’t just a claim it’s a certified commitment to better cotton for people and the planet. Making informed choices means supporting a future where sustainability is at the core of cotton production.
CONTROL SYSTEM
Quality Control of Cotton
Cotton is grown responsibly, processed with quality labeling, and certified for transparency.
Every stage, from spinning to manufacturing, follows strict quality control.
Final products meet sustainability standards, ensuring verified claims for consumers.
Each product is labeled with:
Quality data, including micronaire and color.
Producer information to ensure full traceability from farm to fashion.
Certification label
TrueCotton is the Choice for
Smallholders
Certifying their sustainable practices and providing resources to enhance cotton cultivation.
Governments
Supporting national sustainability goals with verified and credible certification standards.
Manufacturers
Helping them meet ethical sourcing claims and build trust through certified sustainable cotton.
Retailers and Brands
Ensuring a transparent and certified supply chain that aligns with sustainability commitments.
Consumers
Guaranteeing that their clothing choices are backed by verified ethical and sustainable claims.
A membership network that covers the entire cotton industry
Civil Society
Non-profit organizations dedicated to serving the public interest and promoting the common good within the cotton supply chain.
Producer Organizations
Groups that support or represent cotton farmers and farm workers, ensuring their voices are heard and needs are met.
Suppliers and Manufacturers
Businesses involved in the cotton supply chain, from farm operations to processing, distribution, sales, and financing.
Retailers and Brands
Consumer-facing companies, particularly in fashion, home goods, travel, and leisure, committed to sustainable cotton sourcing.
Associates
Organizations that do not fit into the above categories but actively support True Cotton’s mission and sustainability efforts.
The Journey of Cotton in 21st Century
Conventional Cotton Boom
Intensive pesticide and water use; rising textile demand; early concerns over environmental impact.
Shift to Sustainable & Ethical Cotton
Growth of eco-conscious farming; adoption of better farming practices; increased consumer awareness; introduction of certification and labeling systems for ethical sourcing.
Regenerative & Smart Cotton Revolution
Focus on soil health, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity; advanced technologies like AI, drones, and data-driven irrigation; stricter supply chain transparency and sustainability standards.
Climate-Resilient & Traceable Cotton
Development of sustainable varieties; real-time tracking for authenticity and ethical claims; full integration into a circular economy with zero-waste fashion.