# Global Standard Glossary

- [All](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary)
- [A](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/A)
- [B](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/B)
- [C](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/C)
- [D](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/D)
- E
- [F](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/F)
- [G](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/G)
- [H](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/H)
- [I](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/I)
- [J](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/J)
- [K](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/K)
- [L](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/L)
- [M](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/M)
- [N](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/N)
- [O](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/O)
- [P](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/P)
- [Q](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/Q)
- [R](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/R)
- [S](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/S)
- [T](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/T)
- [U](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/U)
- [V](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/V)
- [W](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/W)
- [X](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/X)
- [Y](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/Y)
- [Z](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/Z)

 | Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| [ Endocrine Disruptor](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/endocrine-disruptor) | A substance or mixture that alters one or more functions of the endocrine system and consequently causes adverse effects in an intact organism, its progeny, populations or subpopulations.    “Adverse effect” means a change in morphology, physiology, growth, development, reproduction or lifespan of an organism, system, population or subpopulation that results in an impairment of functional capacity, an impairment of the capacity to compensate for additional stress or an increase in susceptibility to other influences.  Source: Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/707. |
| [ Ethical Business Behavior](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/ethical-business-behavior) | A comprehensive approach to business operations that aligns with the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains in the Garment and Footwear Sector. It encompasses a range of practices and policies that businesses should adopt to ensure they contribute positively to sustainable development, respect [human rights](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/human-rights "<p>Human rights are rights inherent to all human beings, regardless of race, sex, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, or any other status. Human rights include the right to life and liberty, freedom from slavery and torture, freedom of opinion and expression, the right to work and education, and many more. Everyone is entitled to these rights, without discrimination. (Source: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, United Nations)</p>"), protect the environment and uphold ethical [standards](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/standard "<p>standard glossary text</p>") throughout their operations and supply chains. |