FSC & PEFC Chain of Custody Resources

This resource centre combines official FSC and PEFC standards, guidance documents, and certification tools with practical TimberChain articles. The aim is to help businesses prepare for audits, certification, EUDR compliance, and stronger due diligence systems.

Articles, Guidelines and Standards

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How to Prepare for Your First Chain of Custody Certification Audit
If your business is preparing for its first FSC or PEFC audit, the biggest risk is not the standard itself...
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Internal Audits That Actually Prevent Non-Conformities
Many businesses say they carry out internal audits, yet still receive avoidable non-conformities during...
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FSC or PEFC Chain of Custody Certification?
If your customers are asking for certified timber, paper, or packaging, you will quickly meet two main...
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PEFC Chain of Custody Certification Sourcing Responsibly
PEFC Chain of Custody Certification: Sourcing Responsibly
This brochure explains how PEFC Chain of Custody certification works and why it matters for responsible...
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PEFC EUDR Due Diligence System module standard 2002-1:2024 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
PEFC EUDR Due Diligence System FAQs
This FAQ document explains the purpose and scope of the PEFC module for the EU Deforestation Regulation...
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Responsibilities of non-EU based PEFC chain of custody certified organisations in implementing the PEFC EUDR DDS standard (Informative)
Responsibilities of non-EU Based Organisations in EUDR
This document clarifies the additional tasks for non-EU based organisations certified under PEFC CoC...
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