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  We're piloting cutting-edge technology to trace and prove the origins of wood.
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  FSC certification isn’t just for global corporations. We have solutions to fit any forest.
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  Make your commitment to responsible forest stewardship official by becoming an FSC member.
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  Join us at the General Assembly
  
  26-31 October 2025 | Panama
  Participate in FSC’s highest decision-making process and help influence the future of our forests
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  Trademark Portal
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional licence holders. Access the legacy Certificate Status Watch.
- FSC Trace
  For FSC certification holders and licence holders. FSC Trace is a secure platform that ensures seamless compliance verification throughout the supply chain.
  FSC Risk Hub
  Assess, visualize, and mitigate risks in forestry sourcing with our risk assessments dashboard.

About us
- What we do
  - About FSC
    
    As the leader in sustainable forestry, FSC is trusted to protect forests for all, forever.
    Learn more about FSC >
  - Who we are
    Our History Our Values Global Leadership Board of Directors Policy and Standards Committee Permanent Indigenous Peoples Committee Local FSC Teams
  - Our work
    Why forests matter FSC’s global strategy How the FSC system works Governance FSC solutions
- FSC labels
  - Explore certification
    
    Show your commitment to responsible forestry by becoming FSC certified.
    Learn more about certification >
  - What the FSC labels mean
    
    Every FSC label stands for sustainable sourcing that puts forests and people first.
    Learn more about our labels >
- Innovation
  - Earth observation
    
    We’re harnessing the power of satellite data to help auditors monitor forest health.
    Learn more >
  - FSC Trace
    
    We are using blockchain to ensure certification compliance throughout the supply chain.
    Learn more >
  - Wood identification
    
    We're piloting cutting-edge technology to trace and prove the origins of wood.
    Learn more >
- FSC standards
  - FSC standards
    
    Our rigorous forest certification standards are the foundation of the FSC system.
    Learn more >
  - Current processes
    
    See which policies, standards and procedures are currently being strengthened.
    Learn more >
- System integrity
  - System integrity
    
    We’re committed to upholding the credibility and transparency of the FSC system.
    Learn more >
  - Open investigations
    
    Explore our active investigations into organizations who may threaten the FSC system.
    Learn more >
Work with us
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    Construction Fashion Fibre Furniture Natural rubber Paper & packaging Retail & ecommerce Wood Other forest products
  - Certifications and Licenses
    Chain of Custody Certification Project Certification Promotional Licence Use FSC’s logo FSC labels: 100%, Recycled, MIX Don’t know where to start?
    Find the certification or licence that’s right for you
  - Other Solutions by FSC
    Verify nature impacts
    Biodiversity, carbon, water, and more
    Global frameworks alignment EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)FSC Trace
    Supply chain traceability
    Circularity
- For Forest Managers
  - Forest managers
    
    Ensure the long-term health and viability of your forest with FSC certification.
    Learn more >
  - Managers of small, low-intensity, or community forests
    
    FSC certification isn’t just for global corporations. We have solutions to fit any forest.
    Learn more >
- For Governments
  - Governments
    
    Make real progress toward your sustainability goals and secure the future of our forests.
    Learn more >
- For Members
  - Become a member
    
    Make your commitment to responsible forest stewardship official by becoming an FSC member.
    Learn more >
  - Members portal
    
    FSC’s collaboration platform for current members.
    Learn more >
  - Join us at the General Assembly
    
    26-31 October 2025 | Panama
    Participate in FSC’s highest decision-making process and help influence the future of our forests
    Learn more >
- Careers at FSC
  - Join our mission
    
    Put your passion to work creating a better future for forests and people worldwide.
    Explore current opportunities >
  - Learn more about FSC
    What the FSC labels mean Why forests matter Stories from the forest How the FSC system works FSC solutions FSC’s 2021-2026 global strategy
News & perspectives
- News & Impact
  
  Stay up to date with the latest from FSC and the world of sustainable forestry.
  See all news >
  Other Related Links
  See all stories The Unsung Heroes of the Forests
- Press Corner
  
  Learn more about upcoming media engagement opportunities and find relevant media resources.
  Learn more >
- Blog
  
  Enhance knowledge on forests, forest management and other nature solutions
  Learn more >
  Other Related Links
  Sustainable forestry Forest management Why forests matter
- Learning Centre
  Position statements Podcasts Videos Annual report Consumer research E-training Campaigns
Tools & resources
- Tools & Resources Home
  
  FSC offers a variety of tools and resources to help you work with our organization.
  See the complete list >
- Document Centre
  Find all documents related to FSC’s standards, policies, and procedures.
  Consultation Platform
  Open for feedback: Help strengthen FSC’s standards, procedures and policies up for review.
  E-Training
  Learn about the FSC system through deep dives on relevant topics.
  Certificate Search
  Access the latest information on FSC certificate holders.
- FSC Members’ Portal
  For FSC members: Access our primary platform for collaboration.
  FSC Brand Hub
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional licence holders. Access FSC trademarks, campaigns, marketing assets, and other resources.
  Trademark Portal
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional licence holders. Access the legacy Certificate Status Watch.
- FSC Trace
  For FSC certification holders and licence holders. FSC Trace is a secure platform that ensures seamless compliance verification throughout the supply chain.
  FSC Risk Hub
  Assess, visualize, and mitigate risks in forestry sourcing with our risk assessments dashboard.
Take Action →
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- About FSC
  
  As the leader in sustainable forestry, FSC is trusted to protect forests for all, forever.
  Learn more about FSC >
  
  Who we are
  Our History
  Our Values
  Global Leadership
  Board of Directors
  Policy and Standards Committee
  Permanent Indigenous Peoples Committee
  Local FSC Teams
  Our work
  Why forests matter
  FSC’s global strategy
  How the FSC system works
  Governance
  FSC solutions
- Explore certification
  
  Show your commitment to responsible forestry by becoming FSC certified.
  Learn more about certification >
  
  What the FSC labels mean
  
  Every FSC label stands for sustainable sourcing that puts forests and people first.
  Learn more about our labels >
- Earth observation
  
  We’re harnessing the power of satellite data to help auditors monitor forest health.
  Learn more >
  
  FSC Trace
  
  We are using blockchain to ensure certification compliance throughout the supply chain.
  Learn more >
  
  Wood identification
  
  We're piloting cutting-edge technology to trace and prove the origins of wood.
  Learn more >
- FSC standards
  
  Our rigorous forest certification standards are the foundation of the FSC system.
  Learn more >
  
  Current processes
  
  See which policies, standards and procedures are currently being strengthened.
  Learn more >
- System integrity
  
  We’re committed to upholding the credibility and transparency of the FSC system.
  Learn more >
  
  Open investigations
  
  Explore our active investigations into organizations who may threaten the FSC system.
  Learn more >
- By Industry
  Construction
  Fashion
  Fibre
  Furniture
  Natural rubber
  Paper & packaging
  Retail & ecommerce
  Wood
  Other forest products
  Certifications and Licenses
  Chain of Custody Certification
  Project Certification
  Promotional Licence
  Use FSC’s logo
  FSC labels: 100%, Recycled, MIX
  Don’t know where to start?
  Find the certification or licence that’s right for you
  Other Solutions by FSC
  Verify nature impacts
  Biodiversity, carbon, water, and more
  Global frameworks alignment
  EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
  FSC Trace
  Supply chain traceability
  Circularity
- Forest managers
  
  Ensure the long-term health and viability of your forest with FSC certification.
  Learn more >
  
  Managers of small, low-intensity, or community forests
  
  FSC certification isn’t just for global corporations. We have solutions to fit any forest.
  Learn more >
- Governments
  
  Make real progress toward your sustainability goals and secure the future of our forests.
  Learn more >
- Become a member
  
  Make your commitment to responsible forest stewardship official by becoming an FSC member.
  Learn more >
  
  Members portal
  
  FSC’s collaboration platform for current members.
  Learn more >
  
  Join us at the General Assembly
  
  26-31 October 2025 | Panama
  Participate in FSC’s highest decision-making process and help influence the future of our forests
  Learn more >
- Join our mission
  
  Put your passion to work creating a better future for forests and people worldwide.
  Explore current opportunities >
  
  Learn more about FSC
  What the FSC labels mean
  Why forests matter
  Stories from the forest
  How the FSC system works
  FSC solutions
  FSC’s 2021-2026 global strategy
- News & Impact
  
  Stay up to date with the latest from FSC and the world of sustainable forestry.
  See all news >
  Other Related Links
  See all stories The Unsung Heroes of the Forests
- Press Corner
  
  Learn more about upcoming media engagement opportunities and find relevant media resources.
  Learn more >
- Blog
  
  Enhance knowledge on forests, forest management and other nature solutions
  Learn more >
  Other Related Links
  Sustainable forestry Forest management Why forests matter
- Learning Centre
  Position statements
  Podcasts
  Videos
  Annual report
  Consumer research
  E-training
  Campaigns
- Tools & Resources Home
  
  FSC offers a variety of tools and resources to help you work with our organization.
  See the complete list >
- Document Centre
  Find all documents related to FSC’s standards, policies, and procedures.
  Consultation Platform
  Open for feedback: Help strengthen FSC’s standards, procedures and policies up for review.
  E-Training
  Learn about the FSC system through deep dives on relevant topics.
  Certificate Search
  Access the latest information on FSC certificate holders.
- FSC Members’ Portal
  For FSC members: Access our primary platform for collaboration.
  FSC Brand Hub
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional licence holders. Access FSC trademarks, campaigns, marketing assets, and other resources.
  Trademark Portal
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional licence holders. Access the legacy Certificate Status Watch.
- FSC Trace
  For FSC certification holders and licence holders. FSC Trace is a secure platform that ensures seamless compliance verification throughout the supply chain.
  FSC Risk Hub
  Assess, visualize, and mitigate risks in forestry sourcing with our risk assessments dashboard.

About us
- What we do
  - About FSC
    
    As the leader in sustainable forestry, FSC is trusted to protect forests for all, forever.
    Learn more about FSC >
  - Who we are
    Our History Our Values Global Leadership Board of Directors Policy and Standards Committee Permanent Indigenous Peoples Committee Local FSC Teams
  - Our work
    Why forests matter FSC’s global strategy How the FSC system works Governance FSC solutions
- FSC labels
  - Explore certification
    
    Show your commitment to responsible forestry by becoming FSC certified.
    Learn more about certification >
  - What the FSC labels mean
    
    Every FSC label stands for sustainable sourcing that puts forests and people first.
    Learn more about our labels >
- Innovation
  - Earth observation
    
    We’re harnessing the power of satellite data to help auditors monitor forest health.
    Learn more >
  - FSC Trace
    
    We are using blockchain to ensure certification compliance throughout the supply chain.
    Learn more >
  - Wood identification
    
    We're piloting cutting-edge technology to trace and prove the origins of wood.
    Learn more >
- FSC standards
  - FSC standards
    
    Our rigorous forest certification standards are the foundation of the FSC system.
    Learn more >
  - Current processes
    
    See which policies, standards and procedures are currently being strengthened.
    Learn more >
- System integrity
  - System integrity
    
    We’re committed to upholding the credibility and transparency of the FSC system.
    Learn more >
  - Open investigations
    
    Explore our active investigations into organizations who may threaten the FSC system.
    Learn more >
Work with us
- For Businesses
  - By Industry
    Construction Fashion Fibre Furniture Natural rubber Paper & packaging Retail & ecommerce Wood Other forest products
  - Certifications and Licenses
    Chain of Custody Certification Project Certification Promotional Licence Use FSC’s logo FSC labels: 100%, Recycled, MIX Don’t know where to start?
    Find the certification or licence that’s right for you
  - Other Solutions by FSC
    Verify nature impacts
    Biodiversity, carbon, water, and more
    Global frameworks alignment EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)FSC Trace
    Supply chain traceability
    Circularity
- For Forest Managers
  - Forest managers
    
    Ensure the long-term health and viability of your forest with FSC certification.
    Learn more >
  - Managers of small, low-intensity, or community forests
    
    FSC certification isn’t just for global corporations. We have solutions to fit any forest.
    Learn more >
- For Governments
  - Governments
    
    Make real progress toward your sustainability goals and secure the future of our forests.
    Learn more >
- For Members
  - Become a member
    
    Make your commitment to responsible forest stewardship official by becoming an FSC member.
    Learn more >
  - Members portal
    
    FSC’s collaboration platform for current members.
    Learn more >
  - Join us at the General Assembly
    
    26-31 October 2025 | Panama
    Participate in FSC’s highest decision-making process and help influence the future of our forests
    Learn more >
- Careers at FSC
  - Join our mission
    
    Put your passion to work creating a better future for forests and people worldwide.
    Explore current opportunities >
  - Learn more about FSC
    What the FSC labels mean Why forests matter Stories from the forest How the FSC system works FSC solutions FSC’s 2021-2026 global strategy
News & perspectives
- News & Impact
  
  Stay up to date with the latest from FSC and the world of sustainable forestry.
  See all news >
  Other Related Links
  See all stories The Unsung Heroes of the Forests
- Press Corner
  
  Learn more about upcoming media engagement opportunities and find relevant media resources.
  Learn more >
- Blog
  
  Enhance knowledge on forests, forest management and other nature solutions
  Learn more >
  Other Related Links
  Sustainable forestry Forest management Why forests matter
- Learning Centre
  Position statements Podcasts Videos Annual report Consumer research E-training Campaigns
Tools & resources
- Tools & Resources Home
  
  FSC offers a variety of tools and resources to help you work with our organization.
  See the complete list >
- Document Centre
  Find all documents related to FSC’s standards, policies, and procedures.
  Consultation Platform
  Open for feedback: Help strengthen FSC’s standards, procedures and policies up for review.
  E-Training
  Learn about the FSC system through deep dives on relevant topics.
  Certificate Search
  Access the latest information on FSC certificate holders.
- FSC Members’ Portal
  For FSC members: Access our primary platform for collaboration.
  FSC Brand Hub
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional licence holders. Access FSC trademarks, campaigns, marketing assets, and other resources.
  Trademark Portal
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional licence holders. Access the legacy Certificate Status Watch.
- FSC Trace
  For FSC certification holders and licence holders. FSC Trace is a secure platform that ensures seamless compliance verification throughout the supply chain.
  FSC Risk Hub
  Assess, visualize, and mitigate risks in forestry sourcing with our risk assessments dashboard.
Take Action →
Search
FSC Connect
Local FSC teams
Language : EN

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