Choose FSC: Specifying forest products responsibly
FSC UK has launched a handy, new Choose FSC: Specifying forest products responsibly fold-up guide, and updated our pocket-sized Is it FSC? Delivery Checklist, designed to make responsible procurement easier for specifiers, buyers and organisations that purchase forest-based products. The new fold-out resources provide clear, practical guidance on both specifying FSC-certified products and checking that certified products have been supplied correctly.
The new Choose FSC: Specifying forest products responsibly guide explains how FSC certification helps organisations source wood, paper and other forest-based materials, including bamboo, cork, viscose and natural rubber, from responsible sources. It outlines the role of FSC Chain of Custody certification, explains the different FSC claims and labels, and provides practical advice on developing procurement policies that support responsible sourcing. The guide also highlights the importance of requesting FSC-certified products at the point of purchase and ensuring that FSC claims are included on sales documentation.
The guide introduces readers to the key FSC label categories - FSC 100%, FSC Mix and FSC Recycled - and explains what each claim means, helping buyers make informed purchasing decisions with confidence. It also signposts users to the FSC certificate database, where they can verify supplier certification and check the scope of certified products.
Order free copies of the guide
The guide is available as a concise and convenient fold-out reference, making them ideal for procurement teams, specifiers, sustainability professionals, merchants and anyone responsible for purchasing forest-based products within the UK. If you would like to order copies for your organisation, project team, customers or events, please click HERE to complete the order form (UK delivery only) or download below.
'Is it FSC?' delivery checklists
Complementing the specifier’s guide is the updated Is it FSC? Delivery Checklist, a practical, pocket-sized reference tool for organisations that receive FSC-certified products. The checklist clearly identifies the six pieces of information that should appear on sales and delivery documents, including the document date, supplier and customer details, product description, delivered quantity, supplier certificate code and FSC claim.
Designed as a quick-reference aid for procurement teams, warehouse staff and FSC certificate holders, the checklist reinforces the importance of verifying documentation and ensuring that FSC claims are supported by the information required under FSC Chain of Custody requirements. It also directs users to FSC's certificate database to verify certificate validity when needed.
Together, the two guides provide a practical toolkit for organisations looking to strengthen responsible procurement practices, demonstrate due diligence and support responsible forest management through their purchasing decisions.
Order your free delivery checklists
If you would like to order copies of these handy checklists to support your personnel in checking deliveries of FSC-certified materials within the UK, please click HERE to complete the order form (UK delivery only) or download below.