GOTS - The Global Organic Textiles Standard

Our GOTS Certification means that for any GOTS Certified products that are purchased through us, the entire supply chain has been independently verified.

What is The Global Organic Textiles Standard?

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the worldwide leading textile processing standard for organic fibres, including ecological and social criteria, all backed up by independent certification of the entire textile supply chain.

So, you can be sure your organic cotton bags have been carefully grown, manufactured and printed to the latest GOTS organic standard.

Four Reasons Organic Is A Sustainable Choice
  • Organic Cotton is grown without synthetic pesticides and fertilisers
  • Organic cotton production prohibits the use of genetically modified (GM) seeds
  • Organic farming systems promote soil health and biodiversity
  • Organic cotton can support more sustainable agricultural processes

What Does This Mean?

As a customer of ours, having the GOTS certification means Paper Bag Co. can assure you that all your organic products with the GOTS label have been carefully processed from the crop to tote bag in a verified organic manner.

By purchasing organic products you also show your customers your ethical support – and will act as proof – that the products you sell have a sustainable and environmentally friendly origin.

What Did We Have To Do?

Paper Bag Co. has completed a demanding auditing process to independently verify each step of the chain ensuring we meet all the GOTS standards. Our UK and Indian factory will then be audited every 12 months to ensure these high standards are maintained.

We are extremely proud to have gained our GOTS Certification, it aligns with our environmental and eco-policies ensuring that we are at all times considering our impact upon the people and the world around us.

What Can We Offer?

Our organic cotton and canvas bags are manufactured in India in our Sedex and GOTS approved factory. We hold a large range of GOTS organic bags in the UK which can be screen or digitally printed.

Our standard delivery time for UK printed bags is 7-10 working days, we also offer an express 5-7 day printing service for urgent last-minute orders.

Our factory in India can handle large volume orders including edge to edge printing. They are a GOTS approved facility and work to the same strict guidelines as our UK factory. The standard delivery time for offshore production is 12-14 weeks.

Organic Printing Methods

We offer custom printing on selected GOTS-certified bags using inks and printing processes that comply with GOTS requirements.

Screen Print– Suitable for simple designs, logos and solid colours.

DTG (Direct to Garment)- Ideal for detailed artwork, gradients and photographic images.

Need help creating a GOTS-certified printed bag? Get in touch with our team for advice and guidance.