OEKO-TEX® STeP
Sustainable Production. Verified Performance. Trusted Supply Chains.
What is OEKO-TEX® STeP?
OEKO-TEX® STeP (Sustainable Textile & Leather Production) is an independent certification system designed for production facilities within the textile and leather supply chain. It assesses environmental performance, social responsibility, occupational health and safety, quality management, and chemical management practices.
At GCS Inc., we help textile, apparel, footwear, leather, and accessory manufacturers achieve this comprehensive certification. It provides brands, retailers, and stakeholders with transparent and measurable evidence that a manufacturing facility operates according to internationally recognized sustainability standards.
Why Choose OEKO-TEX® STeP?
Comprehensive Sustainability Assessment
Evaluate and improve environmental, social, and operational performance across your production facilities.
Supply Chain Transparency
Demonstrate responsible manufacturing practices to global brands, retailers, investors, and consumers.
Environmental Performance
Showcase effective management of energy, water, wastewater, emissions, waste, and environmental impacts.
Social Responsibility Assurance
Verify compliance with labor rights, worker welfare, workplace safety, and responsible employment practices.
Strong Chemical Management
Strengthen chemical handling, storage, risk assessment, and compliance with international requirements.
Continuous Improvement Framework
Identify opportunities for operational improvements and sustainability performance enhancement.
Facilities Eligible
Textile mills
Dyeing and finishing facilities
Garment manufacturing units
Leather tanneries
Footwear manufacturing facilities
Accessory manufacturers
Home textile producers
Textile chemical processing facilities
Assessment Areas
Chemical Management
Environmental Performance
Environmental Management
Social Responsibility
Quality Management
Occupational Health & Safety
Business Benefits
Meet global brand and retailer sustainability requirements
Strengthen ESG performance and reporting initiatives
Improve supply chain transparency and credibility
Reduce operational and environmental risks
Enhance resource efficiency and cost management
Increase competitiveness in international markets
Support eligibility for OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN labeling
GCS Inc. Support Services
Our experienced sustainability specialists provide:
- STeP Readiness Assessment
- Gap Analysis and Action Planning
- Environmental and Social Compliance Review
- Chemical Management System Evaluation
- Documentation & Internal Training
- Certification Application Support