# ETKO

> Independent inspection and certification body founded in 1996 in Izmir, Turkey. ETKO provides accredited certification for organic agriculture, textile (including GOTS and Textile Exchange programs), cosmetics, green chemistry, and related sustainability standards.

ETKO Ecological Agriculture Control Organization is an independent inspection and certification body founded in 1996 in Izmir, Turkey.
Contact: info@etko.com.tr | +90 (232) 339 76 06

## Certification standards

- [Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/global-organic-textile-standard-gots): The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the world's leading ecological and social certification system covering the entire supply chain for textiles made from organic fibers. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/global-organic-textile-standard-gots.md)
- [Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/global-responsible-textile-standard-grts): The Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS) is a new global textile and sustainability standard created by the organization that developed GOTS to include responsible fiber groups other than organic. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/global-responsible-textile-standard-grts.md)
- [Global Recycled Standard (GRS)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/global-recycled-standard-grs): The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) is an international, voluntary, full product standard that sets requirements for third-party certification of recycled content, chain of custody, social and environmental practices, and chemical restrictions. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/global-recycled-standard-grs.md)
- [Organic Content Standard (OCS)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/organic-content-standard-ocs): The Organic Content Standard (OCS) is an international standard that verifies the presence and amount of organic material in a final product, ensuring transparent traceability from source to end product. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/organic-content-standard-ocs.md)
- [Recycled Claim Standard (RCS)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/recycled-claim-standard-rcs): The Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) is an international standard that verifies the presence and amount of recycled material in a final product, ensuring a transparent chain of custody from raw material to end product. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/recycled-claim-standard-rcs.md)
- [Better Cotton Chain of Custody (CoC)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/better-cotton-initiative-bci): The Better Cotton (BCI) Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard ensures that sustainable cotton is securely tracked throughout the supply chain using Mass Balance or Physical Traceability models. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/better-cotton-initiative-bci.md)
- [Responsible Wool Standard (RWS)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/responsible-wool-standard): The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) is an international standard that ensures the welfare of sheep and the sustainable management of the land they graze on, providing traceability of wool from source to final product. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/responsible-wool-standard.md)
- [Responsible Mohair Standard (RMS)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/responsible-mohair-standard): The Responsible Mohair Standard (RMS) is an international standard that ensures the welfare of Angora goats and the sustainability of their grazing land, providing traceability of mohair from source to final product. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/responsible-mohair-standard.md)
- [Responsible Alpaca Standard (RAS)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/responsible-alpaca-standard): The Responsible Alpaca Standard (RAS) is an international standard that ensures the welfare of alpacas and the sustainability of their grazing land, providing traceability of alpaca fiber from source to final product. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/responsible-alpaca-standard.md)
- [Responsible Down Standard (RDS)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/responsible-down-standard): The Responsible Down Standard (RDS) is an international standard ensuring that down and feathers come from animals protected against live-plucking and force-feeding, with full traceability from farm to final product. (category: Textile Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/textile/responsible-down-standard.md)
- [COSMOS Organic & Natural](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/greenchem/cosmos): The COSMOS Organic & Natural standard is the most prestigious international certification ensuring that cosmetic products are produced with environmentally friendly, health-conscious, and ethical practices. (category: Green Chemistry Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/greenchem/cosmos.md)
- [ETKO Organic & Natural Detergent Standard](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/greenchem/etko-organik-deterjan): The ETKO Organic & Natural Detergent Standard ensures that cleaning products are manufactured with ecological, fully biodegradable ingredients that protect the environment, water resources, and human health. (category: Green Chemistry Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/greenchem/etko-organik-deterjan.md)
- [ETKO Cruelty Free Standard](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/greenchem/etko-cruelty-free-standardi): The ETKO Cruelty Free Standard is an independent certification program ensuring that cosmetic, personal care, and cleaning products are never tested on animals at any stage of development or production. (category: Green Chemistry Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/greenchem/etko-cruelty-free-standardi.md)
- [ETKO Animal Care Standard](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/greenchem/etko-animal-care-evcil-hayvan-bakim-standardi): The ETKO Animal Care Standard ensures that pet grooming and cosmetic products are formulated with organic and natural ingredients, free from toxic chemicals, and tailored to the sensitive skin of our furry friends. (category: Green Chemistry Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/greenchem/etko-animal-care-evcil-hayvan-bakim-standardi.md)
- [EU Organic Regulation (EU) 2018/848](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/ab-organik-programi): The EU Organic Regulation (EU) 2018/848 is the updated legal framework requiring strict traceability and full compliance—rather than equivalence—for all organic products entering the European market. (category: Agriculture Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/ab-organik-programi.md)
- [USDA National Organic Program (NOP)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/usda-national-organic-program-nop): The USDA National Organic Program (NOP) is a strict federal certification standard that regulates all stages, from production to processing, of organic agricultural and textile products destined for the United States market. (category: Agriculture Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/usda-national-organic-program-nop.md)
- [Turkish Organic Agriculture Regulation (TR Organic)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/tr-organik-programi): The Turkish Organic Agriculture Regulation (TR Organic) is the mandatory legal certification standard set by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry for the production, processing, and marketing of organic products in the Turkish market. (category: Agriculture Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/tr-organik-programi.md)
- [GlobalG.A.P. and Add-on Modules](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/globalgap): GlobalG.A.P. is an international standard for good agricultural practices; its modules—IFA Smart, GFS, GRASP, SPRING, CoC, and CfP—ensure comprehensive food safety, water management, and social compliance. (category: Agriculture Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/globalgap.md)
- [Turkish Good Agricultural Practices (İTU) Regulation](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/iyi-tarim-uygulamalari-itu): Turkish Good Agricultural Practices (İTU) is a national certification standard regulated by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, aiming to ensure food safety, environmental protection, and worker welfare in Turkey. (category: Agriculture Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/iyi-tarim-uygulamalari-itu.md)
- [Better Cotton (BCI) Principles and Criteria (P&C)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/better-cotton-initiative-bci-1): The Better Cotton (BCI) Principles and Criteria (P&C) is the core production standard ensuring sustainable cotton through environmental, social, and economic requirements. (category: Agriculture Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/agriculture/better-cotton-initiative-bci-1.md)
- [ETKO Vegan Standard](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/ecological/etko-vegan-standardi): The ETKO Vegan standard is a reliable certification program ensuring that no animal-derived inputs are used and no animal testing is conducted during the production of food, textile, cosmetic, and cleaning products. (category: Ecological Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/ecological/etko-vegan-standardi.md)
- [OBP Collection Organization Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-toplama-organizasyonu-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic): The OBP Collection Organization Standard is an international certification ensuring that ocean-bound plastic waste is collected ethically, sustainably, and with full traceability. (category: Plastic Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-toplama-organizasyonu-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic.md)
- [OBP Recycling Organization Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-geri-donusum-organizasyonu-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic): The OBP Recycling Organization Standard audits the recycling processes and chain of custody of ocean-bound plastics, transparently verifying the OBP content in the final product. (category: Plastic Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-geri-donusum-organizasyonu-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic.md)
- [OBP Brand Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-marka-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic): The OBP Brand Standard is an international certification that verifies ocean-bound plastic claims on consumer products and packaging, ensuring transparency and preventing greenwashing. (category: Plastic Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-marka-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic.md)
- [OBP NEU (Neutrality) Services Provider Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-neu-neutrality-hizmet-saglayici-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic): The OBP NEU Services Provider Standard is an international certification that converts the collection and treatment of non-commercially recyclable ocean-bound plastics into a transparent "Plastic Credit" system, verifying brands' plastic neutrality claims. (category: Plastic Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-neu-neutrality-hizmet-saglayici-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic.md)
- [OBP Plastic Producers and Users Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-plastik-ureticileri-ve-kullanicilari-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic): The OBP Plastic Producers and Users Standard is a transparent certification that audits the chain of custody for facilities using recycled ocean-bound plastics to manufacture intermediate or final products. (category: Plastic Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-plastik-ureticileri-ve-kullanicilari-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic.md)
- [Social+ OBP Component Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic)](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/social-obp-bilesen-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic): The Social+ OBP Component Standard is an international certification that ensures the welfare, fair compensation, and child protection of ocean-bound plastic collectors, fostering an inclusive circular economy. (category: Plastic Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/social-obp-bilesen-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic.md)
- [SFA Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard](https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/sustainability/sfa-gozetim-zinciri-coc-standardi): The SFA Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard is an international traceability model that transparently tracks sustainable cashmere from nomadic herders to the final luxury product. (category: Sustainability Certification; markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/sustainability/sfa-gozetim-zinciri-coc-standardi.md)

## Accreditations

- GOTS: International Organic Accreditation Service - accreditation for certification programs worldwide.
- National Organic Program (NOP): United States Department of Agriculture — NOP accredited certifying agent.
- TR Organik & Better Cotton & GLOBALGAP & İTU: Turkish Accreditation Agency (TURKAK) — Turkey's national accreditation body for conformity assessment.
- COSMOS: International Organic Accreditation Service — accreditation for certification programs worldwide.
- Textile Exchange Standards: International Organic Accreditation Service — accreditation for certification programs worldwide.
- ISO/IEC 17065:2012: International Organic Accreditation Service — accreditation for certification programs worldwide.

## Optional

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