bluesign

Global · Est. 2000 · bluesign technologies ag (Switzerland)

bluesign is the world's strictest textile certification for chemical safety, founded in Switzerland in 2000. It takes a unique input management approach, eliminating harmful substances at the start of production rather than testing finished products.

What This Certification Means

  • ✓World's strictest chemical safety requirements for textiles
  • ✓Input management eliminates hazards before production begins
  • ✓Over 20,000 chemical formulations scientifically assessed
  • ✓Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL) compliance
  • ✓Covers consumer safety, worker safety, and environmental impact

How to Identify

Look for the blue 'bluesign' logo or 'bluesign approved' label on products and hang tags.

Chemical Restrictions

ChemicalStatus
PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)Heavily restricted with phase-out requirements
PhthalatesRestricted
Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde ReleasersStrict limits
HeavymetalsProhibited
FlameretardantsHalogenated types prohibited
AzocolorantsCarcinogenic types banned
ApeoAlkylphenol ethoxylates banned

Applicable Product Categories

Clothing & ApparelSports & FitnessHome & Garden
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Governing Body

bluesign technologies ag (Switzerland)

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