QU'EST-CE QUE LE LABEL OEKO-TEX ? ET POURQUOI CHOISIR CES PRODUITS CERTIFIÉS ?

WHAT IS THE OEKO-TEX LABEL? AND WHY CHOOSE THESE CERTIFIED PRODUCTS?

Discover the importance of the Oeko-Tex label for your clothes! This international standard ensures that textiles are free from substances harmful to health. By choosing certified products, such as Floatee anti-drowning T-shirts, you can guarantee your children safe, chemical-free protection. Ensure their comfort and safety with certified textiles!

 

Do you know what the Oeko-Tex label really means and why it's important for your clothes and textiles?

The Oeko-Tex label is an internationally recognised certification standard designed to ensure that textiles do not contain substances that are harmful to human health.

As a parent, you want the best for your children, especially when it comes to their health and well-being. This is where the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 label comes in, a crucial certification for the clothes and textiles you choose. This label guarantees that the products tested are free from harmful substances such as heavy metals, toxic chemicals and allergens. This means that the clothes are safe for your children's sensitive skin.

For example, the Floatee anti-drowning T-shirt, which is designed to prevent drowning and offers high sun protection thanks to its UPF50+ index, has an Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified fabric, guaranteeing the absence of chemicals that are potentially harmful to your children's health.

By choosing clothes with the Oeko-Tex label, you're investing in extra safety for your children and comfort that's free from harmful substances.

What is the Oeko-Tex label? A guide for parents concerned about the quality and safety of products for their children

As a parent, it's only natural to want the best for your children, notably when it comes to clothing and textiles. One certification that can greatly help you in this choice is the Oeko-Tex label.

Founded in 1992, the Oeko-Tex organisation offers several types of certification to ensure that products do not contain substances harmful to human health and the environment.

Here are the main types of labels you may come across:

Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex

This label is probably the most widely known. It guarantees that every component of the product, from the threads to the buttons to the fabrics, has been tested for the presence of harmful substances. In other words, it ensures that the product is safe for even the most sensitive skin.

Made in Green by Oeko-Tex

This label goes beyond Standard 100, certifying not only the absence of harmful substances, but also that the product has been manufactured under safe and environmentally-friendly working conditions. It's an excellent option if you want to be sure that your purchases are both ethical and environmentally friendly.

Oeko-Tex Leather Standard

Although less common, this label relates specifically to leather products. It guarantees that the leather used in the products does not contain harmful chemicals.

 

More information is available directly on the OEKO-TEX website: https://www.oeko-tex.com/en/

 

How to obtain the OEKO-TEX label? An all-important certification process.

The OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 label is a genuine guarantee of quality and safety for your children's clothing. To obtain this label, manufacturers must contact a partner institute and submit samples of their products for rigorous testing. These tests verify the absence of harmful substances according to strict, uniform criteria. If the products meet the standards, the label is awarded, guaranteeing the safety and durability of the textiles. The certification process must be renewed regularly to maintain compliance.

If all items meet the stringent requirements and the certification body confirms the absence of potentially toxic substances, we receive the OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 label, valid for one year. This label is much more than just an administrative document; it demonstrates our commitment to the safety and well-being of your children.

By choosing OEKO-TEX® certified clothing, you can have complete confidence in the quality and safety of our products. This label shows that we understand the importance of protecting the health of those who wear our clothes. We are committed to minimizing the impact of chemicals throughout our production process.

For Floatee, achieving the OEKO-TEX® label means going beyond regulatory compliance. It reflects a commitment to sustainable, environmentally-friendly practices.

 

Why should the OEKO-TEX label matter to you?

For you as a parent, the Oeko-Tex label offers a number of significant advantages:

Safety for the skin: Especially for children whose skin is still delicate, choosing Oeko-Tex certified products ensures that you avoid the risk of allergic reactions or irritation caused by harmful chemicals.

Peace of mind: You can be sure that the clothes and textiles you choose for your children do not contain any potentially harmful substances. This allows you to concentrate on other aspects of parenting without worrying about the impact of products on your children's health.

Environmental awareness: By opting for products with an OEKO-TEX label, and more specifically the Made in Green label, you are contributing to more environmentally-friendly manufacturing practices, which is a great way of instilling ecological values to your children.

 

The Oeko-Tex label is a valuable tool for parents who want to make informed, responsible choices when it comes to textiles. By choosing certified products, you are not only ensuring the safety and comfort of your children, but also respecting high environmental and social standards. So next time you're out shopping, be sure to check this label for a purchase you can trust!

 

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