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CERTIFICATIONS & STANDARDS

Our StoryPhilosophyResponsible SourcingOur Commitment

At NORGÄTE, certifications are not a goal in themselves, but a tool for transparency and accountability.

We work with certified materials, responsible processes, and recognized industry standards where they add real value to our products, our partners, and our supply chain.

Our Sourcing Structure — Peru

NORGÄTE operates through a single, integrated sourcing and production structure led by Peruvian Traditions S.A.C., our founding company and production partner in Peru.

This structure allows us to maintain direct oversight of material selection, production processes, and working conditions across every stage of our garments, ensuring consistency, traceability, and responsible decision-making.

Ethical Production & Fair Trade

Fair Trade Principles. Our garments are produced in collaboration with more than 25 specialized workshops, working according to Fair Trade principles.

These partnerships support safe working environments, fair compensation, and long-term collaboration with skilled artisans.

Material Quality & Fiber Integrity

International Alpaca Association (IAA)

Our alpaca garments carry the International Alpaca Association (IAA) hang tag, certifying recognized standards for alpaca fiber classification, quality, and origin.

Chemical Safety & Textile Health

(Applies exclusively to alpaca and alpaca-based blends)

  • OEKO-TEX® Standard 100

    OEKO-TEX® Standard 100

    Certifies that alpaca yarns and garments have been tested for harmful substances and are safe for direct skin contact.
  • REACH Compliance

    REACH Compliance

    Ensures that dyes and chemical auxiliaries used in alpaca yarns comply with European Union regulations for chemical safety.
  • AZO-Free Dye

    AZO-Free Dye

    Confirms that dyes used on alpaca fibers are free from AZO compounds, resulting in safer dyeing processes for people and the environment.

Organic & Responsible Fiber Content

(Applies exclusively to cotton materials, when used)

  • USDA Organic

    USDA Organic

    Applies only to organic cotton fibers, certifying cultivation without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or genetically modified seeds.
  • Organic Cotton Blends

    Organic Cotton Blends

    When organic cotton is used in blends, certification applies only to the organic cotton percentage of the composition.
  • GOTS – Global Organic Textile Standard

    GOTS – Global Organic Textile Standard

    Applies exclusively to organic cotton yarns and fabrics, covering organic content and environmental and social criteria during processing.

Industry Commitments & Transparency

Fashion Revolution

An international movement advocating for transparency, ethical practices, and accountability within the fashion industry. Our commitment includes the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) a voluntary sustainability reporting framework supporting structured disclosure of environmental, social, and governance practices.

Our partners are carefully chosen for their adherence to the highest ethical and sustainable standards. The products we offer are crafted with skill and dedication by some of Peru’s finest artisans. Our alpaca wool carries the hang tag of the International Alpaca Association ensuring the high quelity of its fiber. These labels stand as symbols of the utmost quality and exceptional durability.

We care about you, the environment, our team, the artisans who knit and sew for us, and the impact our clothing has on the world. Driven by transparency and sustainability, we proudly hold Fair Trade certification, ensuring our workshops are safe, free from discrimination, and child labor. These workshops receive fair wages, benefits, and educational support.  We focus on understanding and supporting each workshop, helping them grow and improve their production, ultimately increasing their income. Our approach combines knowledge, compassion, and thoughtful decision-making.