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| Decision field | Open accessAIC Find a ProfessionalUnited States · North AmericaRemove | Open accessGOTS Certified SuppliersGlobalRemove | Free + paidCommon ObjectiveGlobalRemove |
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| Decision fit | |||
| Primary job | Repair & conserve | Check standards | Source production |
| Area | Techniques & repair | Materials | Production |
| Best for | Finding professional textile or costume conservation help in the United States | Checking GOTS certification records | Finding sustainability-focused suppliers and guidance |
| Know before using | The directory is opt-in and excludes qualified people who do not list; designation does not guarantee availability, price, or suitability for a specific object or treatment. | A company result is not a blanket approval; confirm the certificate scope, validity, facility, process, product, and transaction documentation for the exact purchase. | A profile, match, uploaded credential, training credit, award, or platform ranking is not independent certification of a supplier or proof of current capability, performance, impact, capacity, or project fit. The platform's own ranking inputs and paid visibility affect discovery. Verify credentials with the issuer and check the legal entity, production site, claims, samples, references, terms, and compliance directly. |
| Practical access | |||
| For | Both | Apparel brands | Apparel brands |
| Location or jurisdiction | United States · North America | Global | Global |
| Access | Open access | Open access | Free + paid |
| Format | Directory | Directory | Marketplace |
| Source type | Industry organization | Official registry | Commercial marketplace |
| Source and review | |||
| What the source establishes | AIC says listed Professional Members complete a peer-reviewed application and may be searched by specialty, material, service, location, or name. | The official GOTS search exposes certified entities by country, field of operation, product category, and certification detail, including processing and trading scopes. | Common Objective currently offers free individual and business profiles, personalised matches, supplier and content search, and limited monthly connection requests. Paid tiers unlock unlimited connections, additional content, training credits, and the CO Create sourcing workflow. Businesses enter their own profile information and upload certification or membership evidence; profile completeness, sustainability material, training credits, awards, and paid capabilities can influence visibility or ranking. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 16, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jan 12, 2027 | Oct 13, 2026 | Jan 17, 2027 |
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