EU certification mark for organic food products meeting EU organic farming regulations.
In plain language
The EU organic logo means the food product is certified organic under EU rules — at least 95% of ingredients are organic. It's mandatory on all pre-packaged organic food in the EU and must be backed by a certificate from an accredited organic control body.
What this marking confirms
Legal compliance
Mandatory on pre-packaged organic food products in the EU.
Quality
Indicates organic production methods — no synthetic pesticides, GMOs, or artificial additives.
Safety
Organic certification does not directly indicate food safety — separate food safety regulations apply.
Is this marking mandatory?
ConditionalMandatory on pre-packaged organic food products in the EU.
How to obtain this marking
- 1Register with national organic control body
- 2Annual inspection of farm/processing facility
- 3Maintain organic production records
- 4Receive organic certificate
- 5Use EU organic logo on certified products
How to verify
Request organic certificate from producer. Check national organic operator databases.
Common errors and misuse
Using logo without valid organic certificate
Applying to products with less than 95% organic ingredients
Related standards
eu-reg-2018-848
Sources
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