Chain of custody certification proves that the wood and paper products originate from certified and inspected sources and ensures the traceability of the entire process from the forest to the end consumer.

More than ever before, suppliers want to be sure that the wood and paper product used by them do not damage the environment or human health and are compliant with globally acknowledged social, economic, and environmental standards. If you are involved in the field of paper or wood products and wish to show to your clients and other stakeholders that the material used by you is traceable, verifiable, and originates form sustainably managed sources, your need an FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council®) or PEFC™ (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) chain of custody certificate.

Any organisation which manufactures, processes, or distributes certified forest or wood based products and wish to use certified claims, related logos, or other trademarks in connection with those products can apply for a chain of custody certificate.

The certification process (overview)

1. Inquiry

If you would like us to send you a quotation or further information, please send us the inquiry below. We will be in touch and let you know how to proceed.

2. Application and quotation

Our auditor will contact you, specify the field of the certification, and draw up a quotation.

3. Agreement

You will be introduced and will receive (the) certification contract(s). After signature of the contracts, we can launch the certification process.

4. Audit

One of our auditors will perform the initial certification audit which will include assessment of your documentation, visits to your units, etc. pursuant to the standards of chain of custody.

5. Certificate

Once you have successfully passed the certification process, a respective certificate will be issued to you to prove this. You will also be entitled to use the FSC® and/or PEFC™ logos.

We will be happy to provide FSC® and PEFC™ chain of custody certification to you separately or combined. Please send us your inquiry or contact us directly.

Further Information

• Terms and conditions of certification of NCS Estonia OÜ. 
• Terms and conditions of certification of Soil Association Certification Limited.
• The procedure and form for submission of appeals, complaints, and comments of Soil Association Certification Limited.
• The FSC® database of certificates. 
• The PEFC™ database of certificates
• Core labour requirements self-assessment template