Certifications & Standards
Certifications and standards bodies relevant to Bangladeshi exports — what each covers, who issues it, and where buyers can verify it officially.
BCI Better Cotton Initiative
BCISustainable cotton production standard. Growing demand from EU/US brands committed to sustainable sourcing.
ISO 14001 Environmental Management
ISO 14001Environmental management system certification. Required by EU buyers for textile and leather exports.
LEED Green Building Certification
LEEDBangladesh has 206 LEED-certified factories (highest in world). Demonstrates environmental commitment.
Global Organic Textile Standard
GOTSLeading textile processing standard for organic fibers. Required for organic cotton exports to EU/US.
Halal Certification
HalalRequired for exporting food, leather, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products to Muslim-majority countries.
BSTI Certification
BSTINational standards certification. Mandatory for 145+ products including food, electronics, construction materials.
ISO 9001 Quality Management System
ISO 9001International standard for quality management systems. Demonstrates consistent product/service quality.
OEKO-TEX Standard 100
OEKO-TEXTests textiles for harmful substances. Widely required by EU/US buyers for apparel.
BSCI Business Social Compliance Initiative
BSCISocial audit framework widely used by European retailers.
Fairtrade Certification
FairtradeCertifies fair prices and working conditions. Relevant for jute, tea, and handicraft exports.
SA8000 Social Accountability
SA8000Social compliance standard covering labor rights, health and safety, child labor prevention.
WRAP Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production
WRAPLeading facility-based social compliance certification for apparel. Required by major US buyers.