Raw material sourcing and production process monitoring
Read all about this theme here and request the corresponding labels using the form.
Definition
An item with a quality seal that sets requirements for how raw materials are extracted and how the item is manufactured, with consideration for the environment, or with an established item attribute that provides transparent information about this.
Labels
The following labels can, where relevant, be assigned to items within the theme:
- Organic: Items with the EU organic quality seal, where human welfare, animal welfare, the environment, and biodiversity are taken into account during production.
- Controlled cultivation: Items made with raw materials cultivated under strict supervision: they feature a quality seal or an established item attribute that restricts the use of, for instance, pesticides and/or synthetic fertilizers.
- Controlled origin: Items with a quality seal that sets requirements to prevent issues such as deforestation and overfishing.
- Environmentally conscious production: Items produced with consideration for the environment, as indicated by the quality seal they carry.
Suitable quality marks and certificates
An item must carry one of the approved certifications in order to qualify for a label. The list of eligible certifications and sustainability marks can be found here.