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Certified Entities

Using the PEFC logo on a product is an excellent means for PEFC-certified entities to demonstrate their commitment to responsible forest management and to promote their environmental and social credentials.

It indicates to businesses along the value chain and to consumers that the material used in the product is linked to PEFC-certified forests, recycled and/or controlled sources; it provides consumers with responsible options when purchasing wood-based products.

On-product use includes:

• Use on physical products (unpackaged products), products in individual packaging, containers, wrapping, etc.; or on large boxes, crates, etc. used for transportation of products;
• Use on documentation associated with or referring to a particular PEFC-certified product (e.g., invoices, packaging lists, advertisements, brochures, etc.).

Note that any use of the PEFC logo and label that refers to – or can be perceived as referring to – a specific PEFC-certified product and/or the origin of the raw material used in its production is considered “on-product” use.

Eligible Users

Only certified entities that have obtained a Logo Usage Licence are allowed to use the PEFC logo and label on-product. This includes:

• Chain of Custody Certified Companies
  These are entities along the value chain of timber products that have obtained PEFC Chain of Custody certification. Examples include manufacturers, processing industries, procurement organizations, traders, distributors, retailers. (PEFC Logo User Group C)
• Sustainable Forest Management Certified Forest Owners/Managers
  These are entities owning/managing forests that have obtained PEFC-recognized certification for sustainable forest management. Examples include holders of regional or group certificates, other entities participating in regional or group certification (e.g., contractors), and individual forest owners. (PEFC Logo User Group B)

Certified entities are also allowed to use the PEFC logo and label off-product.

Available Labels

Questions?

For further information or if you would like to find out more about using the PEFC logo and label, please contact:

• Certified entities: please contact your national authorized licensing agent or PEFC International
• Entities planning to obtain certification: please contact a certification body of your choice in your country. If your country is not listed, select "PEFC Council”. If you are located in a country with national PEFC representation, you may also contact your local representative directly. Our national PEFC member can provide you with country-specific information and tailored personalized support.