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The Content Claim Standard (CCS) is Textile Exchange's chain of custody standard. This article explains who needs CCS certification, the key CCS 3.1 requirements, scope and transaction certificates, and how textile suppliers move from GRS to CCS under Materials Matter.
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FSC CoC certification helps packaging manufacturers demonstrate controlled sourcing and traceability of certified paper-based materials. Discover when certification is needed, how to manage FSC claims and what to prepare before an audit.
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The FSC CoC (Forest Stewardship Council – Chain of Custody) standard is a leading international certification system that promotes sustainable forest management and ensures legal, transparent wood sourcing throughout the supply chain. As global markets increasingly prioritize sustainability, adopting FSC CoC brings significant advantages—from enhancing brand credibility and expanding market access to contributing to environmental and social well-being.
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FSC-STD-40-004 V3-1 is the latest version of the Chain of Custody (CoC) standard, which specifies how the origin of wood is tracked from the forest to the final product, ensuring that FSC-labeled products—such as furniture, paper, or packaging—come from sustainably managed forests. This standard applies to businesses across various industries, including furniture manufacturing, printing paper, food packaging, and even non-wood products such as charcoal or bamboo fiber. According to FSC’s 2024 report, more than 50,000 enterprises worldwide have obtained FSC CoC certification, with Vietnam being one of the leading countries in Southeast Asia, having over 1,200 certified enterprises.
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FSC-STD-40-004 V3-1 is the main standard for FSC chain of custody certification, effective since 1 September 2021. This guide explains the standard's code, its four-part structure, the core labour requirements added in this version and the progress of the V4-0 revision.
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FSC CoC (FSC chain of custody) is the certification system that tracks FSC material through every company in the supply chain. This guide explains what FSC CoC is, when a business needs it, the FSC claim types, the three control systems and common terms.
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