Conscientious consumers have begun considering not just what they put inside their bodies, but what they clothe themselves in.
Organic cotton is grown using methods that have a low impact on the environment. The result is a sustainable, environmentally friendly, non-toxic fabric that maintains the softness and versatility cotton is known for, while promoting healthier ecosystems and farming communities.
Today the production of organic cotton is monitored by certification authorities such as the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS).
Organic Cotton Facts
Organic cotton is non-GMO and pesticide-free. It has a low environmental impact, protecting soil fertility & water systems.
Organic cotton is hand-picked and social welfare is protected by fair trade certifications, ethical labor practices, and community development programs.
Organic cotton accounts for less than 1% of global cotton, and demand continues to increase each year.
Mungo Cotton
Mungo sources its organic cotton from Egedeniz, the first certified organic cotton company in Turkey. Today Egedeniz supplies organic fibres, yarns and textiles to many established international brands.
Egedeniz’s cotton is grown around the Izmir region in Western Turkey, by contracted organic farmers. After being handpicked, the cotton then goes through the processes of ginning, spinning and dyeing to produce the finished yarn. All stages of production at Egedeniz are in alignment with GOTS certification. The yarn then finds its way to the Mungo Mill, where we weave it into our organic textile range.
Having the GOTS certification significantly impacts rigour in our manufacturing processes by ensuring strong traceability in the supply chain and working conditions, enhancing stock control, preventing cross-contamination, and refining our production processes. It guarantees that our raw materials come from organic, handpicked, and regenerative cotton farming practices, ensuring traceability and sustainability throughout our supply chain. This certification aligns with our commitment to environmental and social responsibility, and quality.
In 2019 we made the commitment to sourcing and weaving with only GOTS-certified organic cotton yarn.
This video highlights the first steps of that journey – visiting a new supplier in the Izmir region of Turkey.
What to love about organic cotton
Energy, water & carbon efficient | Grown without pesticides, fertilizers or fungicides
| Maintains soil fertility | Protects farmer health & safety | Superior softness | Breathable | Sustainable & renewable | Biodegradable & recyclable | Hypoallergenic
