Traceability-focused certification for organizations handling responsible forest-based materials and product claims.
Chain of custody certification supports traceability from certified or controlled sources through processing, trade, and final product claims.
Applicants should prepare supplier records, claim controls, product groups, procedures, responsible staff assignments, and evidence showing how claims are controlled throughout the chain.
Relevant evidence can include supplier approval records, material purchase and sales records, production or processing records, claim calculations, product group definitions, staff training records, internal audits, and corrective actions.
AAPA can confirm the applicable standard and certification body requirements during the scope review.