Control Union Philippines

Organic agriculture & certification

Organic certification allows you to demonstrate that your products meet recognized standards, opening doors to new markets and meeting customer expectations. Control Union offers certification for a wide range of organic standards, including the Philippine National Standard (PNS), USDA-NOP Organic Regulation (US), Japanese Organic Regulation (JAS), EU Regulation EEC No. 834/2007 on Organic Production, Naturland (German Organic), EFAPA and FIPA (Korea), and China Organic. With over 20 years of experience, Control Union is a trusted partner in the organic industry, offering a streamlined, cost-effective certification process. Our one-stop-shop approach and multi-trained auditors simplify the journey, helping you achieve and maintain your certifications efficiently while meeting global sustainability challenges. Whether it’s EU Organic, USDA NOP, or any of the other standards (e.g., JAS, Korea, Naturland, China Organic, etc.), we are here to support you.

Textiles

PNS – Philippine National Standards

The Philippines National Standards on Organic Agriculture (PNS-OA) and on Organic Soil Amendments (PNS-OSA) aim to provide an uniform approach to the requirements of crop production, processing, production of soil amendments, labelling and consumer information. Control Union Certifications (CUC) is the only international certification body accredited for PNS-OA and the PNS-OSA by the Philippines’ Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Agriculture And Fisheries Standards (DA-BAFS).

Organic agriculture

GLOBALG.A.P.

The GLOBALG.A.P. standard promotes good agricultural practices by minimizing environmental impact, reducing chemical use, and ensuring responsible worker and animal welfare. As an internationally recognized certification, GLOBALG.A.P. reassures consumers that food is produced safely and sustainably. Accredited by RVA, Control Union Certifications BV provides comprehensive GLOBALG.A.P. certification services, helping producers meet stringent standards and additional modules like GRASP and Integrated Farm Assurance for various agricultural sectors.

Good agriculture practice

SMETA

Control Union offers SMETA (Sedex Member Ethical Trade Audit) assessments, designed to streamline social audit standards and improve labor practices in supply chains. Developed by Sedex, a leading ethical trade service provider, SMETA audits evaluate labor, health and safety, environmental practices, and ethical conduct, providing a Corrective Action Plan to enhance performance. As an Affiliate Audit Company (AAC) of Sedex, Control Union helps businesses increase their visibility, prioritize risks, and improve supplier performance while ensuring compliance with global standards.

Social compliance and safety

GSTC – Global Sustainable Tourism Council

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is a leading non-governmental organization, established in 2007 with the support of UNEP and UNWTO, to promote sustainability and social responsibility in the tourism sector. GSTC sets the global standard for sustainable tourism and is similar to frameworks like MSC and FSC that offer third-party certification for tourism businesses and destinations.

Tourism

BRCGS

BRCGS specify what is required by organisations as well as help provide assurance to customers that products have been manufactured and handles in accordance with the highest, internationally recognized standards for food safety and quality. Control Union Certifications BV is only accredited for four of the Standard – Food Safety, Packaging materials, Agents & Brokers, and Storage & Distribution by RVA under registration nr. RvA-C412 Products.

Food safety

PPRS – Plastic Pollution Reduction Standard

The Plastic Pollution Reduction Standard (PPRS) provides a framework for the implementation of a credible and verifiable plastic offsetting program. The comprehensive approach means the network of partners provides a safe and transparent system of physically collecting, transporting, and processing plastic waste to prevent leakage into nature.

Plastics and packaging

Environment

Sustainability

FSC® – Forest Stewardship Council®

The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification ensures that timber products come from responsibly and sustainably managed forests. With increasing public awareness, FSC certification provides the reassurance that forests are being managed in a way that preserves their long-term viability and minimizes negative social and environmental impacts. Control Union Certifications BV, accredited by ASI (ASI-ACC-017), offers independent inspections, audits, and certifications for FSC, helping manufacturers and suppliers guarantee the sustainable origin of their timber products through Chain of Custody (CoC) certification

Forestry

MSC – Marine Stewardship Council

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification ensures that wild-caught fish are sourced sustainably and responsibly, from vessel to plate. The MSC standard focuses on three key principles: the condition of fish stocks, the fishery’s impact on the ecosystem, and the effectiveness of its management system. Supported by the MSC Chain of Custody (CoC) standard, this certification guarantees the traceability, segregation, and proper identification of certified products throughout the supply chain. Control Union, accredited by ASI, offers comprehensive MSC and ASC certification services, promoting sustainable fishing practices globally.

Aquaculture and Fisheries

ISO 14064-Emission Verification Services

As climate change remains a critical issue, businesses are increasingly called to monitor and reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to limit global temperature rise. Control Union offers ISO 14064-1 and ISO 14064-2 emission verification services to help organizations calculate, verify, and reduce their carbon footprint. As an ISO 14065 accredited validation and verification body (VVB) we provide accurate GHG inventory assessments, emission reduction project validation, and verification of reductions. With our services, you gain confidence in your carbon footprint claims, meet regulatory requirements, and build trust with stakeholders while potentially earning carbon credits under standards like Plan Vivo.

Environment

ISCC – Certified Biomass and Bioenernergy

The ISCC EU certification is a leading voluntary scheme based on the European Renewable Energy Directive (RED), addressing environmental and social aspects of biomass production. Applicable worldwide, ISCC certification ensures sustainable production, traceability, and greenhouse gas savings. It covers various supply chain actors, including primary producers, collection points, conversion units, and traders. By obtaining ISCC EU certification from Control Union, your company demonstrates compliance with sustainability standards, participates in Europe’s sustainable biofuel market, and proves the traceability and environmental benefits of your biomass products.

Biofuel and biomass

GRS – Global Recycled Standard

The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) is an international, voluntary standard for certifying recycled content, chain of custody, and social and environmental practices. Developed by Control Union Certifications and now managed by Textile Exchange, the GRS ensures accurate recycled content claims and promotes responsible production practices. By obtaining GRS certification from Control Union, your company benefits from independent third-party verification, enhanced traceability, and improved management of contamination risks.

Textiles

Plastics and packaging

Sustainability

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