certification
DTF transfer certified OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100
Sherpa Transfert offers professionals OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified DTF transfers.
This certification attests that the transfers in question have been tested according to the STANDARD 100 criteria for the presence of harmful substances.
It is an important guarantee for textile customization workshops, brands, equipment manufacturers, associations and professionals seeking a reliable, traceable and suitable textile transfer for their requirements.
A pioneer of DTF printing online in France, Sherpa Transfert is today the French leader in DTF transfers and custom patches.
Our transfers are printed in our workshop in Moirans, near Grenoble.
Definition
What is OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification?
OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is an international system for testing and certifying textiles and their components.
It verifies the possible presence of harmful substances using regularly updated criteria and limit values.
Depending on the product tested, checks may notably concern:
- dyes;
- heavy metals;
- phthalates;
- regulated substances;
- various compounds that may pose a health risk.
The certification does not judge visual appearance, durability, or print fineness. It focuses on product safety with regard to substances controlled by the standard.
explanation
What does an OEKO-TEX® certified DTF transfer mean?
A DTF transfer is composed of several technical elements:
- printing inks;
- a white underlay;
- a heat-fusible powder;
- a temporary transfer film.
OEKO-TEX® certification applies to references within the precise scope of the certificate. They have been evaluated according to the applicable requirements of STANDARD 100.
For a textile personalization professional, choosing a certified DTF transfer allows you to rely on proof delivered as part of an independent control system.
Benefits
Why choose a certified DTF transfer?
Clear information for your customers
Certification provides a concrete and verifiable element. It allows workshops and brands to better document the components used in their creations.
A solution tailored to demanding projects
Some professional clients impose specific criteria for their personalized textiles. Using a certified DTF transfer makes it easier to select a marking solution suited to their specifications.
Better traceability of marking
Certification clearly identifies the manufacturer, the certified product, and the scope covered.
A verifiable sales argument
The OEKO-TEX® mention is widely recognized in the textile industry. It can strengthen your customers' confidence when used in compliance with the certificate and brand usage rules.
Purpose
Does the final garment automatically become certified?
No.
Using a certified DTF transfer does not automatically mean that the complete personalized garment is OEKO-TEX® certified.
The blank textile, threads, accessories, treatments and other components of the finished product must also be taken into account.
You can indicate that you use an OEKO-TEX® certified DTF transfer, provided you do not present the entire garment as certified without corresponding documentation.
DTF Printing OEKO-TEX®
What are the advantages of DTF printing?
DTF printing, or Direct to Film, consists of printing a design on a film before transferring it onto the textile with a heat press.
This technique offers many advantages:
- printing logos in four-color process;
- reproduction of details and gradients;
- marking on light or dark textiles;
- customization from a single piece;
- use on many compatible textiles;
- flexible and pleasant transfer;
- excellent consistency between batches.
DTF transfer is particularly suitable for t-shirts, sweatshirts, polos, tote bags, workwear, sportswear and many textile items.
About Us
Sherpa Transfert, leader in DTF transfers in France
Sherpa Transfert was the first specialist to offer DTF transfers online in France.
Since then, we have developed a specialized production tool capable of meeting the needs of professionals, from small runs to volume orders.
Our Moirans workshop has over 50 print heads. This capacity allows us to produce quickly while guaranteeing consistent print quality.
Our teams master the entire process:
- file analysis and quality control;
- color profile creation;
- DTF printing;
- powder coating and curing;
- transfer quality control;
- cutting and preparation;
- shipping to France and Europe.
This in-house expertise allows us to offer professional DTF printing with short and guaranteed lead times.
Patches with short lead times
Expertise extending to custom patches and badges
Sherpa Transfert is also the French leader in personalized patches in small quantities.
Our Sherpatch range includes several complementary technologies:
- sublimation printed patches;
- 3D embossed patches;
- engraved patches;
- heat-seal patches;
- velcro patches;
- sew-on patches.
This dual expertise in DTF transfer and personalized patches allows us to support professionals in choosing the marking best suited to each textile, each design and each use.
Our OEKO-TEX® transfers
Which DTF transfer to choose at Sherpa Transfert?
DTF PRO transfer
The PRO DTF transfer is our versatile solution for four-color printing.
It is suitable for most logos, illustrations, and designs intended for textile personalization.
Order modes
How to order our DTF transfers?
Logo order with Easy Order
Stop worrying about your logo size.
Upload it to the interface and choose your options: format, quantity, delivery time, proof...
Automatic quality control analyzes your file: resolution, detail, semi-transparency, background presence.
You can remove the background and vectorize your logo directly from the interface.
Sheet order
You prepare your own sheets in A2, A3 or A4 formats. This solution allows you to group multiple logos on the same file.
You can create your sheets directly on our site, thanks to our online editor.
Meter control
Meter-based ordering suits large volumes and big print sheets.
Bulk Order
Our interface allows you to order multiple files simultaneously. You save time without having to manually prepare each sheet.
This is a quick ordering mode!
Guaranteed or refunded
Guaranteed production times
Depending on your project's urgency, several production timeframes are available:
- Urgent: same-day production for eligible orders placed before the deadline;
- Express: production within 1 business day;
- Standard: production within 2 business days;
- Eco: production within 5 business days.
Our production timeframes are guaranteed. In case of delay attributable to our production, the relevant timeframe option will be refunded according to applicable terms.
Our Customers
Who are our certified DTF transfers designed for?
Our DTF transfers are exclusively designed for professionals:
- textile marking workshops;
- brand creators;
- printers;
- resellers;
- communication agencies;
- sports equipment manufacturers;
- workwear professionals;
- event organizers;
- companies carrying out their customization in-house.
FAQ on OEKO-TEX® certified DTF transfer
What is an OEKO-TEX® certified DTF transfer?
This is a transfer covered by an OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certificate and tested according to applicable criteria for harmful substances.
Does OEKO-TEX® guarantee print quality?
No. OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is not a visual quality label. The certification concerns controlled substances in certified products.
Print quality depends on equipment, inks, color profiles, settings, and the manufacturer's expertise.
Can DTF transfer be applied to cotton?
Yes. DTF transfer is suitable for many cotton textiles, provided you follow the recommended application conditions.
Where are Sherpa Transfert DTF transfers printed?
Our DTF transfers are printed in our workshop in Moirans, Isère, near Grenoble.
