WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO CHECK FSC CERTIFICATES?
The ability to proactively verify certificates on the official website of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) brings numerous benefits to businesses, including:
Verifying Certification Information: Ensures the accuracy of FSC certification information, avoiding discrepancies.
Finding Reliable Suppliers: Confirms suppliers who have been granted FSC certificates, ensuring trustworthy sourcing.
Tracing Certificate Origins: Helps businesses easily track and manage the origin of FSC-certified products.
STEPS TO CHECK FSC CERTIFICATES
Step 1: Access the Official FSC Website
Step 2: Select “FSC Certificate Public Dashboard”
After accessing the website, select “FSC Certificate Public Dashboard” to open the search interface.
On this interface, you can select the following search fields:
Certificate Status: Choose “Valid” to find certificates that are still effective.
Certification Body: Select the certification body that issued the certificate.
Certificate Type: Choose the type of certification (“CoC,” “FM,” or “FM/CW” depending on the type of certificate needed).
Country/Region: Select the country or region to search for.
Product: Choose the type of certified product.
Step 3: View Detailed Certification Information
After selecting the search fields, the results will display relevant company (business) information.
To view details:
Right-click on the certificate number.
Choose “Drill Through” and then select “Certificate Detail.”
The detailed FSC certification information of the business will be displayed.
