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There are several cotton-related certifications, each focused on specific aspects such as sustainability, working conditions, product quality, or compliance with international standards. Some of the most well-known certifications for cotton include:

1. Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) Certification

Focus: Ecological and sustainability certification.

Objective: Ensures that cotton grown and processed meets organic standards, from harvesting to manufacturing the final product.

Requirements: Minimum use of 70% organic cotton in the final product and responsible environmental practices during the production process.

Scope: International.

2. Global Organic Cotton Certification (Cotton Made in Africa - CMA)

Focus: Social and economic sustainability.

Objective: Certification that promotes organic cotton production in Africa, improving the living conditions of farmers and contributing to sustainability.

Requirements: Cotton cultivation following organic practices and offering training to local producers.

Scope: Africa, mainly.

3. Fair Trade Certified Cotton

Focus: Social and labour justice.

Goal: Ensures that cotton is grown under fair trade conditions, which implies fair payment to producers, respect for labour rights and the promotion of sustainable farming practices.

Requirements: Farmers must comply with fair trade standards, such as guaranteed minimum prices and additional premium for community projects.

Scope: International.

4. OEKO-TEX Standard 100

Focus: Product safety and quality.

Goal: Certification that guarantees that textile products, including those made from cotton, do not contain substances harmful to health.

Requirements: Analysis of chemical residues and hazardous substances in the stages of textile production.

Scope: International.

5. BCI (Better Cotton Initiative)

Focus: Improving sustainability in cotton production.

Goal: Promotes sustainable agricultural practices to improve productivity and reduce the environmental impact of cotton farming.

Requirements: Efficient use of resources, such as water and pesticides, and improved working conditions on cotton plantations.

Scope: Global, with a focus on cotton-producing countries such as India, Pakistan and Africa.

6. Cotton USA

Focus: Promotion of American cotton.

Objective: Ensures that cotton comes from the United States, which is recognized for its high quality and sustainability.

Requirements: Cotton must be grown in the United States and meet the country's quality standards.

Scope: International.

7. ISO 9001: Quality Management System

Focus: Quality of the production process.

Objective: Certification to ensure that production processes, including the manufacture of cotton products, meet consistent quality standards.

Requirements: Compliance with a quality management system that optimizes all aspects of production.

Scope: International.

8. ISO 14001: Environmental Management

Focus: Environmental sustainability.

Objective: Sets standards for environmental management in the production of cotton and textile products.

Requirements: Implementation of practices and policies that minimize the environmental impact of textile production.

Scope: International.

9. Rainforest Alliance Certified Cotton

Focus: Environmental conservation and social well-being.

Goal: Promotes cotton production in harmony with biodiversity and the well-being of local communities.

Requirements: Responsible farming practices that protect wildlife and the well-being of workers.

Scope: International.

10. Cotton LEADS

Focus: Sustainability and traceability.

Goal: Promotes responsible cotton production and provides transparency about the origin and cultivation practices of cotton.

Requirements: Producers must meet rigorous environmental and social standards.

Scope: International, especially in Australia and the US