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OEKO-TEX Partners with TextileGenesis to Digitize Organic Cotton Traceability

Date: January 21, 2026
Source: Fibre2Fashion

Overview

OEKO-TEX and TextileGenesis join forces. They digitize organic cotton traceability. The teams use TextileGenesis’ Fibercoin technology. This change replaces paper certificates with a digital record. The digital chain of custody improves traceability and speed.

Key Drivers

• Sustainability grows fast. Certification for OEKO-TEX ORGANIC COTTON rose by 381% in 2025. Consumers, regulators, and brands now demand clear proof of organic cotton.
• Fraud grows too. More certificates mean more fraud risk. New systems must secure the supply chain.

Technology & Collaboration Details

• Fibercoin links each cotton shipment with a unique digital token. This token creates a clear and secure record from raw fiber to finished product.
• Testing meets data. OEKO-TEX tests cotton at 17 global institutes. TextileGenesis uses these results on its digital platform.
• Digital steps cut work. New data processes save time for ginners, spinners, and manufacturers.

Pilot Project Success

The pilot ran from March to August 2025 in India and Bangladesh. Eleven supply chain actors joined. They handled 24 certificates and 19 verified transactions. Participants praised the system for clear use and simple training. They noted better transparency, less manual work, and more trust.

Strategic Outlook

CEO Dr. Alfred J. Beerli sees digital steps as essential for the future. The project will grow beyond the pilot. It will soon cover a wider range of organic cotton chains. Dr. Beerli expects real-time data to build trust in the industry.

Industry Impact

This change shows how digital tools build traceability and trust in textiles. OEKO-TEX and TextileGenesis lead with a new standard in sustainable cotton. Their work meets the world’s growing call for verified eco-friendly sourcing.

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Sources:

• OEKO-TEX official statements
• TextileGenesis CEO Amit Gautam
• Fibre2Fashion News Desk

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