GOLS vs GOTS: Mattress Certifications Explained
A buyer-focused explanation of organic latex versus organic textile certification scope.
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Why terminology matters
This topic is about organic latex versus organic textile certification scope. Certification language is most useful when you know exactly which material, supplier or finished product it covers.
Read the scope, not just the badge
Spindle's certification page provides a good example of transparent scope: it states that the materials carry certifications while the finished mattress does not. It lists certified organic latex, organic cotton and organic wool documentation from its suppliers.
A practical verification checklist
- Identify the named standard.
- Identify the material it applies to.
- Identify the certificate holder.
- Look for current supporting documentation.
- Do not automatically extend a component certification to the entire mattress.
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For construction context, see the latex mattress guide.