What are the certification standards for an organic crib mattress?
Organic crib mattresses, like all other certified products made with organic fiber and textiles, are certified under the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). The largest U.S. GOTS approved certifier is Oregon Tilth Certified Organic (OTCO). In particular, the GOTS standard requires that all fiber and fabrics, with limited exceptions, must be made from certified materials that meet the National Organic Program (NOP) standard and are processed in accordance with the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). All other components (such as innersprings, fire protection, etc.) must meet stringent non-toxic standards. Naturepedic is an OTCO certified organic processor of fiber and textiles and is certified to manufacture organic mattresses. Are mattresses labeled “eco” or “green” just as good? No. “Eco” and “green” are not regulated terms and can be misleading. For example, “plant derived” or “soybean” foam used in many “eco” mattress models are over 80% petroleum/chemical based and are not
