Announcement of International Certification Acquisition and Renewal Subsidies for Businesses in Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture
Information on the International Certification Acquisition and Renewal Subsidy Program
What is benefit for Textile sector
As sustainability and traceability requirements continue to gain importance in business transactions with overseas brands and major apparel companies, obtaining internationally recognized certifications has become increasingly valuable for textile businesses.
To support the global expansion of local enterprises, Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture, launched a subsidy program on May 1, 2026, primarily for textile-related businesses located within the city. Under this program, both international certification acquisition costs and certification renewal costs are eligible for financial support.
The information provided below is based on the official Ichinomiya City website as of June 2026. As the program details and application requirements may be subject to change, applicants are advised to refer to the official Ichinomiya City website and the “Bishu Overseas Expansion Support Subsidy Program” page for the most current information.
Textile Exchange, Global Standard, which are well known standards in the world
Introduction
GRS (Global Recycled Standard)
Certification Overview:
The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) is an international standard that verifies, through independent third-party certification, the percentage of recycled material contained in finished and intermediate products. In addition, the standard establishes requirements for responsible production practices, including social responsibility, environmental management, and chemical management throughout the manufacturing process.
RWS (Responsible Wool Standard)
Certification Overview:
The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) is a voluntary international standard designed to promote sheep welfare and the responsible management of grazing land. The standard verifies practices at the farm level and provides a credible framework that enables brands, manufacturers, and supply chain partners to make reliable claims regarding the responsible sourcing of wool.
GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
Certification Overview:
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) ensures the organic status of textile products, from the harvesting of raw materials through environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing and labeling, providing credible assurance to consumers. The standard applies to the processing, manufacturing, packaging, labeling, trading, and distribution of a wide range of textile products (excluding leather products) containing at least 70% certified organic natural fibers. Covered end products include yarns, fabrics, garments, and textile hygiene products, among others.
regenagri®
Certification Overview:
regenagri® is a regenerative agriculture certification program that supports farms and associated organizations in transitioning to agricultural practices that increase soil organic matter, enhance biodiversity, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and promote carbon sequestration. The regenagri® Chain of Custody (CoC) certification connects the value of regenerative agriculture to finished products by enabling the traceability of certified materials through the supply chain. It is applicable to organizations involved in the processing, manufacturing, trading, and distribution of agricultural raw materials.
GRS – Global Recycled Standard
The GRS is an international, voluntary, full product standard that sets requirements for third-party certification of recycled content, chain of custody, social and environmental practices and chemical restrictions. Control Union Certifications BV is accredited by SLAB for this scheme.
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RWS – Responsible Wool Standard
The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) provides an opportunity for farmers to demonstrate their best practices to the public, and a means for brands and consumers to have the certainty that the wool products they buy and sell are in line with their values. Control Union Certifications BV is accredited by SLAB for this scheme under registration nr. CP 004-01.
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GOTS – Global Organic Textile Standard
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is an internationally recognised organic textile standard. Control Union Certifications BV is accredited by RVA for this scheme under registration nr. RvA-C412 Products. The scope includes the critical offices in Indonesia and Sri Lanka. CU Inspections & Certifications India Pvt Ltd is accredited by IOAS for the scope of product certification. Contract Number: 81.
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