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Can a garment be labelled as “sustainable” or “organic cotton”?

Can a garment be labelled as “sustainable” or “organic cotton” simply because it is made from certified organic cotton?

March 31, 2026 · 3 min read by
Can a garment be labelled as “sustainable” or “organic cotton”?
Ilse Roosens
Myth

A piece of clothing made with certified organic cotton may be labeled as "sustainable/organic"


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FALSE

Labeling a garment as "sustainable/organic" because it is made with certified organic cotton is a form of greenwashing!

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