European Cotton presents a golden opportunity for the European textile industry and retail trade to establish traceable and transparent regional supply chains. By sourcing cotton closer to home, we can create a direct connection between producers and consumers, fostering a sense of trust and confidence in the products they wear. Embracing the superior quality of locally produced cotton fibers not only ensures a reduced carbon footprint but also allows consumers to fully experience the unmatched excellence and craftsmanship of European cotton.

EUCOTTON is a quality mark that incorporates the identity features of cotton produced in Europe as it concerns its high quality and the responsible and sustainable way it is produced.

EUCOTTON is protected by the provisions of the EU Trademark Regulation (EUTMR) and is registered to the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO).

What is the EUCOTTON licensing program?

The EUCOTTON licensing program launched by the European Cotton Alliance (ECA) allows brands to have full information on and an excellent overview of the production chain for the cotton produced and manufactured in Europe.

It is the licensing scheme that manages the use of the EUCOTTON mark to the supply chain all the way to the end textile products. All participants in the textile chain; from ginners, spinners, weavers, knitters, and manufacturers to brands and retailers can use the EUCOTTON mark for their products as long as they comply with the criteria of the EUCOTTON protocol.

The Protocol provides the framework for the implementation of a ‘from farm to fashion’ comprehensive management system in the cotton supply chain, with the aim of meeting the current market demands regarding production practices and chain of custody procedures. The protocol requires that EUCOTTON is produced and processed in the EU.

By licensing the entire supply chain, in combination with the implementation of the verified chain of custody, and the laboratory controls, the assurance to the downstream customers, that EUCOTTON trademarked goods are made with 100 % European cotton will be guaranteed.

The European Cotton Alliance supervises the regulation of using the mark and gives the relevant certification to the members to make use of the trademark.

A third-party verification process with an external auditor guarantees the credibility of certification.

There is no cost for the registered companies.

What

A comprehensive management system for the traceability of the entire cotton supply chain in the EU member states, in order to provide consumers with 100% traceable and sustainable EUCOTTON end products. The initiative is backed by European Cotton Alliance, a non-profit organization whose members include the entire European cotton industry.

Who

Ginners, spinners, knitters, weavers, dyers, manufacturers, traders and retailers

How

More questions?

Reach out to info@eucotton.org!