Industrial Compostability Passed off as Home Compostable on Shelf
Finished packaging claims demand independent home compostability certification because industrial resin testing excludes ambient degradation and converting inks.
Supply Chain Documentation
Custody Verification
Traceability of paper and board packaging materials requires detailed records that track the flow of fibers from forest to finished product. Maintaining supply chain documentation provides verifiable proof of compliance with environmental regulations and safety directives. This collection of certificates and declarations of conformity ensures that materials are legally sourced.
It allows brand owners to substantiate their environmental claims. Proper management of these records is necessary to secure certification and maintain consumer trust in the brand.
Compliance Audit
New European regulations demand precise geolocation data for the forests where the timber was harvested to prevent deforestation. Importers and converters must compile and store these data sets to pass rigorous third-party audits. Missing or incomplete documentation can result in heavy fines, product seizures, and loss of market access.
Digital platforms are increasingly used to secure and share these records across borders.
Chain Assurance
Forest management certificates from organizations like FSC or PEFC are verified at each transaction point along the supply chain. This structured recording guarantees that certified fibers are not mixed with untraceable or illegal wood sources. Keeping these records updated ensures that the finished packaging can carry the respected certification logos.
This transparency builds trust with consumers and retail partners.