Within the FSC system, a standard to avoid trading of illegal and environmentally and socially damaging wood.
Geographical Areas of Interest
Global
Supply Chain Focus
Forest production
Trade
Processing/Manufacturing
Related CHapters
Traceability
Includes specifications to ensure the tracking of wood to the country and district level.
Information Accuracy
Standard is subject to third-party verification.
Legality
Requires wood harvesting to comply with all applicable harvesting laws in the jurisdiction.
Unique Forest Values
Requires that wood harvesting does not threaten high conservation value forests. Evidence of compliance is required.
Social Aspects
Requires that wood is not harvested in violation of traditional and civil rights.