Hohenstein is a family-owned company with more than 75 years of experience in testing, certification and research. With roots in the textile sector, the Hohenstein testing spectrum now includes both softlines and hardlines. Around the globe, more than 1,000 employees work on testing and service offerings such as testing for harmful substances, performance testing or fit testing. Customers from all over the world receive everything from a single source: Hohenstein supports companies along the entire value chain, from the testing process and certification to the marketing of their products. The Hohenstein experts are experienced partners for more-sustainable materials, products and processes. As a founding member, Hohenstein is one of the most important laboratories for OEKO-TEX, the world’s leading certifier of textile and leather goods. For training and further education, the Hohenstein Academy provides online and face-to-face courses. In an interview with Fibre2Fashion, Merel Swart, Senior Business Development Manager OEKO-TEX ORGANIC COTTON at Hohenstein, discusses awareness and market adoption of the OEKO-TEX ORGANIC COTTON certification.
