FSC Trace istock A digital platform designed to strengthen traceability and trust across FSC-certified supply chains through blockchain technology.Request access istock FSC Trace FSC Trace helps FSC Certificate Holders securely capture and share transaction data to strengthen traceability and support efficient information sharing across FSC-certified supply chains. Request Access FSC_INT FSC Africa_Penjo Studios istock.com/lana miroshinko Platform Overview→ FSC Trace for Regulatory Support→ Getting access→ Introducing FSC Trace FSC Trace is a digital traceability tool that enables secure sharing and verification of transaction data across FSC-certified supply chains. Built on the core certification, FSC Trace enables certificate holders to manage transactions of FSC-certified material and respond to increasing traceability and transparency expectations from customers and regulators. FSC Trace provides foundational capabilities and represents the starting point of FSC's broader approach, as we seek to support future verification and transparency needs. Why empower your supply chain with FSC Trace? istock.com / Gremlin Trust and Traceablity Share transaction and traceability data to build trust with trading partners and respond to increasing regulatory expectations. FSC INT Operational Efficiency Prepare for FSC audits through claim status views, supplier lists, volume summaries, and the management of trade-related data in a single system. istock.com/peopleimages Security & Control Protect sensitive business information while sharing data securely and in a controlled way with trading partners. Supporting traceability across FSC-certified supply chains The platform is designed to support FSC Certificate Holders in responding to regulatory requirements, including the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), by helping gather and share EUDR-relevant information with trading partners. It supports traceability and audit trails across FSC-certified supply chains while helping verify suppliers and claims and manage due diligence information. Validate certification status and FSC claim type FSC Trace can help streamline verification through certification and claims validation in one system by reflecting the relevant certification status when transactions are entered. Share transaction records for FSC trades FSC Trace allows users to record purchases and sales of FSC-certified products*, including key data such as certificate codes, FSC claim type, species, volumes, and product information. Match transactions across trading partners FSC Trace enables FSC Certificate Holders to record and match transactions, creating a shared data record that helps build trust, reduce risk, and enables organizations to use the platform even if their entire supply chain has not yet adopted it – recognizing that full supply chain adoption takes time. Store transaction-level due diligence data Supporting documentation can be linked directly to transactions, helping keep relevant due‑diligence information together. See FSC Aligned for EUDR → Users can now access core features while we continue to refine and expand functionality throughout 2026. For more information, resources, and supporting materials, please visit the dedicated page on FSC Connect. FSC Germany_Stefan Lechner Who can use FSC Trace and how can I get access? FSC Trace is currently available to all certificate holders, and its use is voluntary. Its full potential is realized when the entire supply chain uses the platform to exchange data, strengthen traceability, improving risk management, and supporting sustainability from forest to shelf. FSC Trace is built for companies that need to prove the origin and integrity of forest products. It’s especially valuable for supply chain managers, compliance officers, and certificate managers. It enables them to track certified materials across participating supply chain nodes, validate trading partners’ certification status, and share relevant information securely along with business partners on FSC Trace. Here’s how to get started: Step 1: Activate your account using the link below Step 2: Complete the registration and set your password Step 3: Log in and look for FSC Trace in the app menu Activate my account → Get started with data readiness today! We aim to support our certificate holders with using this new platform as much as possible. Along with our User Guide, we'll be releasing user support materials as new features and functionalities emerge. By exploring these templates now, FSC Licence Holders can start identifying the most effective ways in their company to configure products on FSC Trace, identify trading partners, and gather information about purchases, manufacturing, and sales in preparation for FSC Trace. Download the latest templates FSC Trace - User Guide - release handbook_EN.pdf PDF, Size: 3.13MB Your Selections Download All
