OEKO-TEX Certification Software¶
Managing OEKO-TEX Standard 100 compliance across a textile supply chain is slow, error-prone, and paper-heavy. Every garment, fabric, and accessory must meet strict chemical limits, and proving that compliance to buyers requires collecting, verifying, and sharing certificates — often hundreds at a time. Without software, teams drown in spreadsheets, expired PDFs, and manual audits.
What Is OEKO-TEX Standard 100?¶
OEKO-TEX Standard 100 is the world's leading textile certification for harmful substances. It covers every processing stage — from raw fibre to finished product — and tests against a catalogue of hundreds of regulated and unregulated chemicals.
Product Classes¶
Standard 100 assigns one of four product classes based on end-use:
| Class | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Class I | Products for babies (under 36 months) | Bodysuits, bedding, soft toys |
| Class II | Skin-contact products | Shirts, blouses, underwear, bedding |
| Class III | Non-skin-contact products | Jackets, coats, linings |
| Class IV | Furnishing materials | Curtains, carpets, mattress covers |
Class I has the strictest limits; Class IV is most lenient.
Restricted Substances and Testing¶
Certification requires testing against a catalogue of roughly 300 substances, including:
- Banned azo dyes — amines that can break down into carcinogens
- Formaldehyde — limited by class (e.g., ≤ 75 ppm for Class II)
- Heavy metals — lead, cadmium, nickel, arsenic, mercury
- Phthalates — restricted plasticisers (DEHP, BBP, DBP, etc.)
- PFAS / PFCs — perfluorinated chemicals used for water repellence
- Chlorinated phenols (PCP, TeCP) — wood-preservative residues
- Organotin compounds (TBT, DBT) — used in biocides and stabilisers
Testing must be performed by OEKO-TEX-accredited institutes. Certificates expire after 12 months, requiring annual renewal and retesting.
What OEKO-TEX Certification Software Automates¶
With dedicated software, the compliance workflow shifts from reactive firefighting to a structured, auditable process.
Certificate Collection and Verification¶
Suppliers upload certificates directly; the software validates the certificate number against the OEKO-TEX database, flags expired or soon-to-expire documents, and stores a verified copy in a central repository.
Role-Based Access Control¶
Brands, manufacturers, and retailers get tailored views. Auditors see full certificate trails; merchandisers see only the products they source.
Automated Expiry Monitoring¶
The software sends automatic reminders 60, 30, and 7 days before a certificate lapses. This prevents last-minute scrambles and production holds.
Public Certificate Sharing (Sustalium Role)¶
Sustalium acts as a Verifier: it hosts verified OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certificates on public URLs. Suppliers can send a single link instead of a PDF attachment; buyers click, confirm the certificate is current and authentic, and download it directly. This eliminates version confusion and fake certificates.
API Integrations¶
Modern compliance platforms connect to ERP, PLM, and supplier-portal systems so certificate data flows into purchase orders, product specifications, and sustainability reports without manual rekeying.
Audit-Ready Reporting¶
Every verification event — upload, expiry check, certificate download — is logged with a timestamp and user identity. When an auditor asks for proof, the platform generates a full compliance trail in minutes, not days.
Multi-Language and Regional Support¶
Suppliers around the world can submit certificates in their local language while the compliance team reviews in English or another preferred language. The system normalises data into a single structured record per certificate.
Comparison: OEKO-TEX Compliance Software Options¶
| Feature | Sustalium | OEKO-TEX Portal | GreenHints | Textile Exchange |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core function | Certificate verification & sharing | Certificate issuance only | Sustainability reporting | Materials data hub |
| Public certificate URLs | Yes — each cert gets a permanent link | No | No | No |
| Automated expiry alerts | Yes | No | Yes (limited) | No |
| Multi-standard support | OEKO-TEX, GOTS, bluesign, and more | OEKO-TEX only | GOTS, organic content | Materials only |
| API / ERP integration | REST API | No | Yes | Yes |
| Supplier onboarding | Self-serve upload + verification | N/A | Managed | Managed |
| Pricing model | Per document per month | Per certificate issuance | Annual subscription | Membership fee |
Sustalium's niche is the Verifier role: it turns certificates into live, shareable, always-current web pages that buyers and auditors can trust without extra phone calls or PDF chasing.
Pricing¶
- €10 per document per month — one verified OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certificate hosted, monitored, and shareable via a public URL.
- No setup fees, no long-term contracts.
- Volume discounts available for 50+ certificates.
- All plans include expiry monitoring, role-based access, and API access.
For brands with hundreds of suppliers, the cost is a fraction of one hour of a compliance manager's time — and eliminates the risk of a shipment being rejected for missing or expired documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions¶
What is OEKO-TEX certification software?
It is a digital platform that automates the collection, verification, monitoring, and sharing of OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certificates across a textile supply chain.
How does Sustalium verify an OEKO-TEX certificate?
Sustalium cross-references the certificate number and issue date against the public OEKO-TEX database to confirm the document is current and authentic.
Can I share a certificate without sending a PDF?
Yes. Sustalium generates a public URL for each verified certificate. Share the link; buyers see the live status and download the official document.
Does Sustalium support other certifications?
Yes. Sustalium also handles GOTS, OCS, bluesign, RCS, GRS, and the EU Ecolabel from the same platform.
How often do OEKO-TEX certificates need renewal?
Standard 100 certificates expire 12 months from issue. Testing and re-certification are required annually.
Is there a minimum commitment?
No. Sustalium charges per verified document, per month, with no minimum term or setup fee.
Get started now — automate your OEKO-TEX Standard 100 compliance today.