Quilts of Denmark A/S is known around the world for our high quality. This applies not only to the materials our products are made from, but also to the way we handle and process them. That is why we are proud of the many important certifications we hold. They provide reassurance — both to us and, even more importantly, to our customers — that our products meet a wide range of established standards.
Go to sleep with a peace of mind
We ensure the health and quality of our products and that the animals have been treated ethically and responsibly.
Quilts of Denmark collaborates with various independent organizations to ensure the health and quality of our products and that the animals have been treated ethically. That’s why our duvets and pillows are provided with several different certifications and labels, which are a guarantee that they comply with all laws and keep their promises.
We are a member of the European Down & Feather Association (EDFA). EDFA is the European organization that develops regulations and standards to ensure that the product qualities promised to customers are met.
What do the many certifications mean?
Here you can read more about what the different labels mean and see more about them on the respective websites.
DOWNPASS 2017
DOWNPASS is a quality control system that also documents that down and feathers from waterfowl such as ducks and geese used for filling material in clothing, outdoor equipment and duvets and pillows are ethically sourced. NorviGroup Denmark was the first in Denmark to receive this certification. www.downpass.com
- No down and feathers plucked from live animals
- No down and feathers from fois gras (force-fed) geese
- Full traceability and monitoring of the farms
Downafresh®
The Downafresh® certification ensures that the products meet the cleanliness and hygiene requirements of the European standard EN12935. The natural filling is washed and heat-treated so it doesn’t contain mites or other allergenic substances. Downafresh® guarantees an audited tracking system for the down filling and is your guarantee that it complies with all applicable legislation on animal welfare and ethics. www.downafresh.com
Downafresh® greenLine
Duvets and pillows with natural fillings can be labeled with the Downafresh greenLine label. Down and feathers are a purely natural material that comes from a gentler production process. The Downafresh greenLine brand variation means that the filling in products labeled with this trademark has been processed according to environmental criteria.
What does it mean?
Down and feathers are a natural product. Due to their natural properties, they have outstanding thermal insulation properties and are perfect for filling duvets and pillows. They keep the sleeper warm with very little weight. Down and feathers are not industrially produced, but are a purely natural material. They do not harm the environment and can be easily recycled. They are thoroughly washed with water and dried at temperatures of at least 100°C to meet the hygienic requirements defined in the European standard EN 12935. During the processing of these feathers and down, only cleaning agents are used to preserve the natural properties of the filling. Manufacturers using Downafresh greenLine are required to have their products regularly tested by an independent testing laboratory to verify compliance with hygiene and cleanliness requirements and to ensure that the environment is taken into account. www.downafresh.com
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100
OEKO-TEX® standard 100 is an international and voluntary product control. OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 is available in product classes from 1 to 4. The groups have different limit values for the permitted amounts of various residual chemicals in the finished product. On our duvets and pillows we use Class 1, which has the strictest requirements.www.oeko-tex.com
OEKO-TEX® has updated its logo in 2022. You will therefore be able to find materials and products with both the old logo and the new logo for a period of time. The certification and meaning have not changed.
OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN
In 2025, we decided that selected bedding designs will carry the OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN certification going forward. MADE IN GREEN is your assurance that the product has been tested for harmful substances and has been manufactured under environmentally and socially responsible conditions. The label ensures transparency throughout the entire supply chain and makes it possible to trace the product’s journey — from raw material to finished textile. www.oeko-tex.com
NOMITE
NOMITE is a classification from the European Down and Feather Association EDFA. The wool is tested and must comply with PAS 1008 to achieve this label, and must also be so densely woven that house dust mites find it difficult to penetrate. The label is a guarantee that the product is suitable for dust mite allergy sufferers. www.NOMITE.de
Asthma-Allergy Denmark
Asthma-Allergy Denmark requires that no allergenic substances are used in products that carry the Blue Wreath allergy label. Asthma-Allergy Denmark has full insight into the chemicals used in all processes during the cleaning and production of feathers, down and textiles. Asthma-Allergy Denmark also sets requirements for the cleanliness of the filling, such as dust, sand etc. that can cause irritation in the upper respiratory tract. All materials and manufacturing processes have been carefully assessed to ensure minimal risk of allergies and respiratory irritation. www.denblaakrans.dk
- Does NOT contain optical brightener
- Does NOT contain formaldehyde
- Does NOT contain perfume
- Does NOT contain other unnecessary substances and treatments that can irritate the respiratory tract and cause allergies
Asthma Allergy Nordic
Asthma Allergy Nordic is a collaboration between the asthma and allergy organizations in Norway, Sweden and Denmark. A new label that makes it easier for customers to find gentle products chosen with care. www.asthmaallergynordic.com
The requirements for labeled products are the same as those labeled with Asthma Allergy Denmark.
Nordic Swan Ecolabel
The Nordic Swan Ecolabel is your guarantee that the product is among the least environmentally harmful in its category. The requirements here are stricter than legislation. www.ecolabel.dk
Certified Space Technology
The use of space technology in Temprakon is so groundbreaking that, in 2003, the products received the prestigious “Certified Space Technology” award. In recognition of incorporating space-derived materials, NASA acknowledged Temprakon® for successfully transferring its unique technological expertise to improve consumers’ quality of life. https://www.spacefoundation.org
FSC
FSC stands for “Forest Stewardship Council” and is a global certification that supports responsible forestry. The certification ensures that the cardboard and paper used in our packaging comes from responsible sources. fsc.org/en
TENCEL™
Products marked with this logo contain TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers for increased comfort. Made from natural raw materials, the fibers are gentle on the skin and absorb moisture efficiently, which is then quickly transported and evaporates – a property that provides a comfortable and even temperature level for the body. TENCEL™ is a trademark of Lenzing AG. https://www.tencel.com/
Better Cotton™
We are a proud member of Better Cotton (BCI) — the world’s leading initiative for sustainable cotton production. We use BCI-certified cotton in many of the duvets and pillows we manufacture in Denmark, and we are actively working to increase the share of BCI-certified covers in our production going forward. www.bettercotton.org