PRODUCTION LOCATIONS
Europe (specific countries are not named)
Koeka states that the entire collection is produced in Europe, but does not name any specific countries or factories.
WORKING CONDITIONS & WAGES
Koeka states that the entire collection is manufactured by carefully selected family-run businesses in Europe, which the company claims to visit regularly. The brand states that it never accepts child labour or unsafe working conditions.
These statements come from Koeka itself and are not backed up by any certification. The website does not mention whether living wages are paid, and this is therefore not confirmed. Nor do the statements reveal the exact number of suppliers or whether Koeka owns its own production facilities.
MATERIALS
- Cotton
- Polyester
- Merino wool
- Cashmere
This list may not reflect the full list of materials.
Koeka states that all its baby and children’s products are OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified. This label confirms that the textiles have been tested for harmful substances.
PACKAGING
Koeka does not provide any information on its website regarding the packaging materials used in dispatch or throughout the supply chain.
WATER CONSUMPTION & CHEMICALS
The OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification tests products for harmful substances and excludes certain chemicals that are harmful to health.
Koeka provides no information on water consumption, chemical management in production, dyeing or bleaching processes, or the release of microplastics. These aspects cannot therefore be assessed.
CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN
Koeka uses both single-fibre and blended fibres. Single-fibre materials are easier to recycle later on, whilst blended fibres can make recycling more difficult as the fibres are hard to separate.
CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODEL
Koeka makes no mention on its website of a take-back scheme, a repair service or a hire or resale model. There is therefore no indication as yet of a circular business model.
DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN
Production: Europe (specific countries not stated)
Head office: Bussum, Netherlands
TRANSPORT
Koeka provides no information on how goods are transported within the supply chain or in e‑commerce.
- Merino wool
- Cashmere
There is no code of conduct regarding animal-derived materials, nor are there any certifications.
PRODUCT DESIGN
Koeka designs textiles for babies, children and the home, including blankets, sleeping bags, changing mats, bibs, bath products and baby clothes.
According to the brand, it places great importance on quality and design to ensure that products last for years.
SLOW FASHION PROCESSES
Koeka operates with a core collection, which is continuously expanded with new products and colours. In addition, a changing summer and winter collection is released each year.
PRODUCT TRANSPARENCY
On its product pages, Koeka provides, amongst other things, information on materials and care instructions. The OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification is also highlighted.
The countries of manufacture for each product are not specified, and there is no traceability down to the individual factory.
PROCESS TRANSPARENCY
Koeka does not disclose where its products are manufactured. As a result, the company’s transparency remains limited. Furthermore, there is no published sustainability or social report.
Conclusion
From blankets and sleeping bags to changing mats: the Dutch brand Koeka specialises in OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100-certified baby and children’s textiles. Discover the products below on the COSH! map.
