What is the Fairtrade Certification Mark?
The Fairtrade Certification Mark is an independent consumer certification mark which appears on products as an independent guarantee that disadvantaged producers in the developing world are getting a better deal. As a result of Fairtrade, these producers receive a Fairtrade Minimum Price that covers the cost of sustainable production as well as an extra Fairtrade Premium that is invested in social or economic development projects. For a product to display the Fairtrade Certification Mark it must meet international Fairtrade Standards. These standards are established by FLO International e.V. and are set in accordance to the requirements of the ISEAL Code of Good Practice in standards setting. They are in addition the result of broad consultations of different stakeholders and external experts. Producer organizations supplying Fairtrade Products are then certified against these standards by FLO-CERT GmbH, an independent certification body, which carries regular inspections.
The FAIRTRADE Certification Mark is an independent consumer label which appears on products to signify that Fairtrade standards have been met. When you buy products with this Mark disadvantaged producers get a better deal. For Fairtrade certified goods, producers receive prices aimed at covering the cost of sustainable production. They also get an additional sum, called the Fairtrade Premium, for social, environmental and economic development. For a product to display the FAIRTRADE Certification Mark it must meet international Fairtrade Standards. These standards are established by FLO and are set in accordance to the requirements of the ISEAL Code of Good Practice in standards setting. The standards are the result of broad consultations of different stakeholders and external experts. Producer organizations supplying Fairtrade Products are then certified against these standards by FLO-CERT, a separate certification body, owned by FLO, which carries out regular audits and inspections.
