ORGANIC CONTENT STANDARD (OCS)

Why OCS?
The Organic Content Standard (OCS) is a globally recognized, voluntary standard that sets the criteria for third-party certification of organic materials and their chain of custody.

What is OCS?
OCS certification verifies products containing organic materials through an independent, third-party assessment. Certified products are labeled with one of two types of OCS labels, enabling them to be sold confidently in various global markets.

Benefits of OCS

• Focuses on verifying the organic material content independently of raw material certification.
• Excludes process inputs (e.g., chemicals), environmental impacts, social conditions, and legal compliance.
• Targets key users including processors, manufacturers, brands, retailers, and organizations supporting organic initiatives.

Purpose of OCS
Developed by Textile Exchange, OCS ensures transparency in organic content claims while respecting national laws and regulations. It is the responsibility of certified organizations to demonstrate compliance with all applicable legal, employment, and business practices.

Partner with IFC Global
At IFC Global, we provide expert guidance and certification services to help your business achieve OCS certification, ensuring the integrity of organic materials and meeting market demands.

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