This release form applies to all unique artwork intended for product marking/on product application of GOTS Signs according to current version of Section 4 of the Conditions for the use of Signs - GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).

N°	Particulars	Information filled by applicant
1	Name and address of the applicant
2	GOTS – Certification Number
3	Physical application of labelling will be done by: [company name and address (if different from applicant)]
4	Products for which the artwork is intended to be used
5	The artwork will be used	On product: ☐ Label ☐ Hangtag ☐ Advertising material On (final) packaging: ☐ Primary packaging ☐ Secondary packaging Print media communication material: ☐ Catalogue ☐ Advertising material (e.g. brochure) Non-print media communication: ☐ Webpage ☐ Online marketplace ☐ Digital Media
6	Will the buyer’s brand be shown on the label? If yes, please give name of brand and owner name & address. Where will the brand be positioned (e.g. on the GOTS label)?
7	Buyer(s) of these products: [company name(s) and address(es)]
8	What is the date the artwork is intended to be used first?
9	Is a copy / photo of each artwork applied for release of usage attached?	☐ Yes ☐ No

I have read and understand the requirements found in the current version of “Conditions for the use of Signs - GOTS”. To my knowledge, the attached artwork meets all requirements therein. If a brand (name) is used on / for these products, I assure to submit the related artwork as well.

I am aware that any commercial buyer also must meet the corresponding requirements in the current version of “Conditions for the use of Signs - GOTS” before being entitled to resell the labelled products and I hereby confirm that I will / have generally inform(ed) all commercial buyers about this.

Name and position of the authorised person of the applicant:
Signature:	Date & Place:

To be filled in by the Approved Certifier:

N°	Criteria	Standard reference (Conditions for the use of Signs – GOTS)	Yes	No	NA	Remarks
1	Applicant is a Certified Entity	Section 3
2	Physical application / assembly of the labelling is being done by a Certified Entity	Section 3	Where is the labelling shown (e.g. hangtag, sewn in label):
3	Does the artwork include the GOTS logo?	Section 2
4	Does the artwork include term “Global Organic Textile Standard” or the short form “GOTS”?	Section 2
5	Does the artwork include the correct label grade?	Sections 2
6	Does the artwork include reference to the Approved Certifier?	Section 2
7	Does the artwork contain the GOTS – Certification Number of the Certified Entity?	Section 2
8	If a brand (name) is used, is it placed as indicated by the applicant? (ref. to page 1, N° 6)	If 'no', please specify:
9	Are all proposed buyers authorised to sell the product with the intended GOTS labelling?	If one or more buyers are not authorised, list them here:

Result of the Assessment
Result by Certifier	Approved	Disapproved
Reasons for disapproval / non-conformities found
Further remarks	Please be aware to ensure that the GOTS certification of products is also correctly displayed on the website and in the online shop / catalogue.

Name and position of the authorised person of the certifier:	Date & Place:
Signature:	Certifier Stamp: