Ekelund

SUSTAINABILITY

Ekelund was one of the first textile companies in the world to be eco-labelled, back in 1995. Today, all our textiles are GOTS-certified and are 100% woven in Horred, from organic raw material to finished textile.

Our history of sustainability

In 1995, Ekelund became one of the first textile companies in the world to be eco-labelled, with Bra Miljöval. Sustainability has been part of how we weave ever since. All raw material in our production is organic and GOTS-certified, and all our textiles are woven in our own weaving mill in Horred.

What GOTS certification guarantees

  • At least 95% certified organic fibres in every GOTS Organic labelled product
  • Organic and conventional fibres kept separated throughout the entire chain
  • Ban on heavy metals, formaldehyde, GMOs and azo dyes
  • No plastisol prints, phthalates or PVC
  • Oxygen-based bleaching only, no chlorine bleaching
  • Independent inspection of the entire production chain, from fibre to finished textile

Material

About 80% of our products are woven in 100% organic cotton. The remaining 20% is a blend of 45% linen and 55% cotton. We wet-treat our textiles, which reduces shrinkage by around 5% and makes them easier to care for. This treatment is approved under GOTS' strict environmental requirements and does not wash out.

GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) is a world-leading organization founded in 2002. The organization focuses primarily on issues related to textile handling for organic fibers and social criteria. GOTS is an independent certification that covers the entire manufacturing process, from production to the finished product.

Are Ekelund's textiles GOTS-certified?

Yes. All of Ekelund's textiles are GOTS-certified and woven in 100% organic cotton or a blend of organic cotton and linen.

Whereare Ekelund's textiles made?

All of Ekelund's textiles are made in Horred, Sweden, from organic raw material to finished product.

Since when has Ekelund worked with environmentalcertification?

In 1995, Ekelund received its first eco-label, Bra Miljöval, as one of the first textile companies in the world.