The purpose of the OEKO-TEX STEP certificate is to ensure continuous presence of environmentally
friendly production processes, quality management, and safety and socially appropriate
working conditions in production facilities operating in the textile sector. The certificate is only
given to companies that are good models with integrated works in this area as a result of carrying
out of audits.
As a result of audits performed by Hohenstein certification body from 5 to 9 October, Yeşim Textile
has been eligible to be awarded the certificate at the 3rd level. So, it has proved once again that
it is a worldwide supplier which is environmentally friendly and able to respond to the
demands of production and social responsibility.
What is OEKO-TEX STEP - Sustainable Textile Production?
It is an independent certification system for brands, retailers and manufacturers which are in the
textile chain and aiming at having sustainable production conditions in a transparent and sustainable
way to be trusted by public.
The purpose of the OEKO-TEX STEP certification is to ensure continuous existence and implementation
of the environmentally friendly production processes and socially acceptable working conditions.
The dynamic development of the OEKO-TEX STEP makes it possible to continuously increase not
only environmental performances and social responsibilities of certified companies but also efficiency.
The certificate paves the way for them to reach the most competitive position in the market.
During audits which start with comprehensive analysis and evaluation of sustainable
production conditions, the six issues considered are as following: Chemicals and use,
environmental protection, environmental management, social responsibility, quality management,
health and safety.