International certification for responsibly sourced wood and paper products.
In plain language
FSC means the wood or paper in this product came from forests managed responsibly — protecting wildlife, workers' rights, and the environment. It's one of the most credible environmental certifications.
What this marking confirms
Legal compliance
Voluntary — but required by many retailers and procurement policies.
Quality
Indicates responsible sourcing, not product quality per se.
Safety
No specific safety implications.
Is this marking mandatory?
VoluntaryVoluntary — but required by many retailers and procurement policies.
How to obtain this marking
- 1Forest management certification by accredited FSC certifier
- 2Chain of custody certification for processors and traders
- 3Annual audits
- 4License FSC trademark
How to verify
Verify FSC certificate at info.fsc.org using the certificate code on the product.
Open verification portalCommon errors and misuse
Greenwashing with FSC-like logos
Using FSC mark without valid certificate
Related standards
fsc-std-01-001