Applications
Special Articles & PPE
STANDARD 100: Choose annex 4/5 or 6/7.
- Annex 4/5
The parameters & defined limit values are reliable, advised & sensible. They are fixed from a human ecological point of view. - Annex 6/7
The expanded criteria catalogue has been developed especially for companies who are focused on the DETOX campaign.
Then choose application type:
- First certification
- Renewal
- Extension
6.1
- Check if SOME are pre-certified
-or- - Check if ALL pre-certified
You will need to include a list later in the application
6.2
- Check if SOME are ECO PASSPORT certified
-or- - Check if ALL are ECO PASSPORT pre-certified
You will need to include a list later in the application.
- COMPANY Name + Address
- Copy/paste answer from section 1
- Agree to Terms of Use
- Don’t forget to sign!
Enclose a copy of each OEKO-TEX® certificate with your application.
This spreadsheet is the 3rd tab in our supporting documents template.
This spreadsheet is the 4th tab in our supporting documents template.
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More detail = lower testing cost
This spreadsheet is the 6th tab in our supporting documents template.
This spreadsheet is the 7th tab in our supporting documents template.
Basic STANDARD 100
Special Articles - STANDARD 100
PPE - STANDARD 100
Special Articles - LEATHER
Using pre-certified materials decreases your certificate cost.
Be sure to request current certificates from all suppliers and check the scope.
Sample Instructions
Dyed textile/plastic accessory/etc.
- Samples in RYGB plus BLACK and WHITE
- Even distribution of dyes in each colored sample
- High percentage, Saturated
- Max 5-7 dyestuffs per sample
Screenprints
- 12” x 12” full coverage drawdowns of RYGB+Blk+White
Heat transfer, sublimation, direct, etc.
- Submit a collection of printed samples that will cover RYGB+Black+White in pattern
Include:
- Completed and signed application
- Signed Declaration of Conformity
- Supplier certificates and supporting documents
- Samples
Packaging:
Test sample packaging must satisfy specific quality requirements in order to protect the samples and guarantee accurate, reproducible and meaningful test results.
- Test samples must be packed individually in tear resistant polyethylene film or polyethylene bags, to avoid contamination during transport
- The samples should be wrapped twice and sealed with adhesive tape
- The packed bags must be properly labeled for identification with sample numbers, material, supplier, receipts, etc.
- Packing test samples solely in cardboard boxes and/or paper is strictly prohibited
- Whether shipping from separate locations, direct from suppliers or in one box, please ensure all samples are clearly and correctly labeled so that they can be matched with your application.
Decoration Materials:
- Test samples should be airtight and individually packed in clear plastic bags (essential for emission testing)
- Description of the test samples must be enclosed as per the annex to the application for certification
Ship to:
Hohenstein Institute America
401 S. Cavin Street
Ligonier, IN 46767
Hohenstein America team:
- Reviews the information and follows up with questions on any open items
- Creates a testing plan
- Provides the price for the certification
- Ships the samples to our lab in Germany
Testing takes ~2 weeks once shipment goes through customs.
After the certificate is issued, we will schedule an on-site visitof your facility to complete the certification process.
When:
- Within 1 year of certificate
- Every 3rd year thereafter
To ensure:
- Application matches reality
- Quality assurance system is in place
- Knowledge of certificate benefits & cost reduction opportunities
Hohenstein Institute America