Labels & certificates.What they check, and what they don't.
A label says something about the part it was awarded for. This may be a raw material, a product, packaging or an entire company. For each label, we explain who awards it, what is checked and what is not. In the Taiga Transparency module, we list labels in two ways.
c Certificate checked
We checked the register or searched using the certificate number.
l Label listed for context
The label is mentioned, but verification is still pending.
Sources current as at 13.10.2026. No grades, scores or comparisons.
Labels by category
45 of 45 labels
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B Corporation
B LabRegistered office: not yet checked
Company / Socialc Certificate verifiable
What is checked
Third-party certification assessing a company's impact on all stakeholders.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The certification applies to the company, not to individual products. The issuer's website was unavailable. This information comes from our label library.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Fair & social, Water, Energy, Material. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Company
Validity
Typically 3 years according to the label library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been checked. A company certificate does not count as product evidence in the module.
Association of German Industrial and Commercial Enterprises (BDIH)Mannheim
Cosmeticsc Certificate verifiable
What is checked
Certification of natural cosmetics by the German Association of Industrial and Commercial Enterprises. BDIH is a founding member of the COSMOS standard.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The BDIH does not list individual criteria on the homepage accessed. Our label library assigns the label only to the Reduced pollutants criterion.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Reduced pollutants. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the label library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the day of access.
Type of evidence in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been checked.
RAL gGmbH / German Environment AgencyRegistered office: not yet checked
Wood / PaperCleaningc Certificate verifiable
What is checked
An environmental label with criteria for each product group, awarded by RAL gGmbH together with the German Environment Agency. The product list includes paper, cleaning products, furniture and insulation materials, among others.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The criteria for the relevant product group apply. Statements about other groups cannot be transferred.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Reduced pollutants, Water, Energy, Material. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product
Validity
Typically 3 years according to the label library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
bluesign technologies agRegistered office: not yet checked
Textilesc Certificate verifiable
What is checked
The system works with textile brands, manufacturers and chemical suppliers to reduce the impact along the textile supply chain. It focuses on safer chemistry and responsible textile production (according to the issuer; library: chemical safety, resource efficiency, occupational safety).
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The issuer's website describes a system for partners across the supply chain. The accessed page does not state which limits apply to an individual product.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Reduced pollutants, Water, Energy, Material. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Supply chain and product
Validity
Typically 2 years according to the label library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the day of access.
Type of evidence in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been checked.
Products that meet all COSMOS standards but fall below the minimum organic content required by COSMOS ORGANIC. The standard defines criteria for organic and natural cosmetics.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The organic content is below the minimum required by COSMOS ORGANIC. The label therefore does not indicate organic cosmetics.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Reduced pollutants. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the label library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the day of access.
Type of evidence in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been checked.
The COSMOS mark is a standard for organic and natural cosmetics. COSMOS ORGANIC requires all COSMOS criteria to be met and a minimum proportion of the product to be organic.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The COSMOS NATURAL mark represents a different level. It must not be confused with COSMOS ORGANIC.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Raw materials, Reduced pollutants. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the seal library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the access date.
Type of evidence in the module
c, Certificate verified once the register or certificate number has been checked.
Products in five categories: material health, product circularity, clean air and climate protection, water and soil stewardship, and social fairness. The certificate is awarded in levels (issuer's page: Basic, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum). It is a Type 1 environmental label under ISO 14024, assessed by the ANSI National Accreditation Board.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The level determines how far a product progresses in the categories. A certificate does not mean that every category is fulfilled at the highest level.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Disposal. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product
Validity
Typically 2 years according to the seal library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals)Registered office: not yet checked
CosmeticsCleaningl Seal listed for context
What is assessed
The list includes companies and brands that have banned all testing on animals. PETA lists them in a searchable database (Beauty Without Bunnies).
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The mark concerns the avoidance of animal testing. The formulation, whether the product is vegan, and its environmental impact are not covered by this commitment.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Vegan. All other criteria remain open.
l, Seal listed for context: The seal is mentioned, but verification is still open. A company certificate does not count as product evidence in the module.
Criteria it can support (proposed, not yet in the library)
GfaW, Gesellschaft für angewandte WirtschaftsethikRegistered office: not yet checked
Company / Sociall Seal listed for context
What is assessed
Holistic certification of companies. The standard is based on the process-oriented criteria of ISO 14001:2015. It also includes minimum requirements for the environment, social responsibility and the economy, as well as at least three individual objectives for each company. Compliance is assessed through annual audits by an accredited certification body.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
CSE certifies companies, not individual products. It is a company certificate and does not count as product evidence in the module.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Water, Energy, Materials, Fair & social. All other criteria remain open.
l, Seal listed for context: The seal is mentioned, but verification is still open. A company certificate does not count as product evidence in the module.
Criteria it can support (proposed, not yet in the library)
Biodynamic farming. According to the association, Demeter goes beyond the EU Organic Regulation and views plants, animals, people and soil as parts of a cycle. Since 1924, the association has set guidelines for production and processing.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The mark describes the farming method. The website's homepage does not provide information on packaging, transport or energy use.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Raw materials. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product and supply chain
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the seal library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the access date.
Type of evidence in the module
c, Certificate verified once the register or certificate number has been checked.
The independent dermatological institute assesses the skin compatibility and efficacy of cosmetics and consumer products using test procedures such as patch tests. According to its own information, the institute has been conducting assessments since 1978.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The label concerns skin compatibility. It does not cover environmental impact, origin or ingredients in the sense of natural cosmetics.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Reduced pollutants. All other criteria remain unverified for this purpose.
Scope
Product
Validity
The test period is shown on the label.
Register
not yet checked
Evidence type in the module
l, label for classification: The label is mentioned, but the assessment is still pending.
Criteria it may support (proposal, not yet in the library)
CosmeticsFood / organicTextilesCleaningc Certificate can be checked
What is assessed
Certification group with activities in agriculture and food, cosmetics, textiles, forestry, household products and materials (issuer's homepage). The standards for each area are listed in the library.
Limits, scope, register and source
What is not assessed
Ecocert is a certifier with several standards. The applicable standard is stated on the relevant certificate.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Raw materials, Reduced pollutants. All other criteria remain unverified for this purpose.
Scope
Product and supply chain
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the label library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the access date.
Evidence type in the module
c, certificate to be checked once the register or certificate number has been verified.
An EU instrument that enables organisations to assess, report on and improve their environmental performance (European Commission issuer's page).
Limits, scope, register and source
What is not assessed
EMAS applies to organisations and their sites. The characteristics of an individual product are not covered.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Water, Energy, Materials. All other criteria remain unverified for this purpose.
Scope
Company
Validity
Typically 3 years according to the label library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the access date.
Evidence type in the module
c, certificate to be checked once the register or certificate number has been verified. A company certificate does not count as product evidence in the module.
CleaningTextilesWood / PaperCosmeticsc Certificate can be checked
What is assessed
Criteria for each product group intended to reduce environmental impact throughout the life cycle while ensuring a high level of performance. The European Commission sets the criteria; each product group has its own manual.
Limits, scope, register and source
What is not assessed
The applicable requirements depend on the product group. A criterion from one group does not automatically apply to another.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Reduced pollutants, Water, Energy, Materials, Packaging. All other criteria remain unverified for this purpose.
Scope
Product
Validity
Typically 3 years according to the label library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the access date.
Evidence type in the module
c, certificate to be checked once the register or certificate number has been verified.
Fair for Life (Ecocert Group programme)Head office: not yet checked
Food / organicCosmeticsl Label for classification
What is assessed
Certification programme for fair trade in agricultural and artisan value chains. The standard is structured around eight core topics and combines social, environmental and fair-trade requirements. These include transparent minimum prices, decent working conditions and long-term trading relationships. Audits are carried out in accordance with recognised certification principles, including ISO 17065.
Limits, scope, register and source
What is not assessed
Which ingredients in a product are certified is stated on the product page. The mark says nothing about the rest of the formulation.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Fair & social, Raw materials. All other criteria remain unverified for this purpose.
Scope
Product (certified raw materials) and supply chain
Validity
not yet checked
Register
not yet checked
Evidence type in the module
l, label for classification: The label is mentioned, but the assessment is still pending.
Criteria it may support (proposal, not yet in the library)
Cultivation standard for natural rubber with 82 criteria in four areas, December 2024 edition: working conditions in line with the ILO core labour standards, environmental aspects, including no conversion of natural forest to cultivation areas since 31.12.2020, legality and corporate governance, and the use of the Fair Rubber premium. An independent audit is carried out every one to three years, depending on risk.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not assessed
The standard applies to the cultivation of natural rubber. It says nothing about other materials used in a product.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Fair & social, Raw materials. All other criteria remain unassessed.
Scope
Raw material (natural rubber) and supply chain
Validity
Audit every one to three years according to the issuing organisation.
l, Seal under classification: The seal is listed, but the assessment is still open. A company certificate does not count as product evidence in the module.
Criteria it can support (suggestion, not yet in the library)
The Fairtrade Standards set social, economic and environmental requirements for cooperatives, plantations, factories and trading companies. These include a minimum price and a premium for producers.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not assessed
Fairtrade relates to the certified ingredients or raw materials and the trading relationship. For products containing several ingredients, it does not apply to every part.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Fair & social, Raw materials. All other criteria remain unassessed.
Scope
Product (certified raw material) and supply chain
Validity
Typically 3 years according to the seal library. The exact period of validity is stated on the certificate.
Products and packaging are tested by accredited laboratories. On this basis, flustix awards seals for microplastic-free, Less Plastics, Recycled, Recyclable and PFAS-Free products. Every certification can be viewed publicly in the flustix database.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not assessed
The seal concerns microplastics. Other pollutants or the origin of the materials are not covered by this seal.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: No microplastics. All other criteria remain unassessed.
Scope
Product
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the seal library. The exact period of validity is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet assessed · The library link was unavailable on the access date.
Evidence type in the module
c, Certificate verified once the register or certificate number has been checked.
Forest Stewardship CouncilRegistered office: not yet assessed
Wood / PaperPackagingc Certification verifiable
What is assessed
Forest management in accordance with FSC requirements. On products, the mark means that the wood or paper comes from a supply chain assessed in this way.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not assessed
The mark says something about the wood or fibre. It says nothing about how the rest of the product is processed. Depending on the labelling, for example Mix, only part of the product may be certified.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Raw materials, Packaging. All other criteria remain unassessed.
Scope
Product and supply chain
Validity
Typically 5 years according to the seal library. The exact period of validity is stated on the certificate.
Global Standard gGmbHRegistered office: not yet assessed
Textilesc Certification verifiable
What is assessed
Textiles made from organically produced fibres. Every stage is certified, from fibre processing, spinning and wet processing through to manufacturing and trading. The standard covers organic fibres, the use of chemicals, wastewater treatment, human rights and environmental criteria, as well as traceability. Certified businesses undergo an annual on-site audit.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not assessed
GOTS begins where organic cultivation ends. Cultivation itself is covered by other organic standards.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Reduced pollutants, Raw materials, Fair & social. All other criteria remain unassessed.
Scope
Product and entire textile supply chain
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the seal library. The exact period of validity is stated on the certificate.
GREEN BRANDS OrganisationRegistered office: not yet assessed
Company / Socialc Certification verifiable
What is assessed
A registered EU guarantee mark. According to the issuing organisation, a three-stage process assesses brands on logistics, waste, energy and water management, as well as employee awareness. The results are displayed on the seal together with an ID verification number.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The seal assesses brands and companies, not an individual product.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Water, Energy, Materials. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Company (brand)
Validity
Typically 2 years according to the seal library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been consulted. A company certificate does not count as product evidence in the module.
Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)Registered office: not yet checked
TextilesCompany / Socialc Certificate verifiable
What is assessed
The state-backed textile seal assesses whether companies meet their human rights and environmental due diligence obligations throughout the supply chain. It also includes requirements for the production of the product.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The seal assesses companies and textile products. Statements about the origin or lifespan of an individual item are not part of it.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Fair & social, Reduced harmful substances. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product and company
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the seal library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the date accessed.
Type of evidence in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been consulted.
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)Registered office: not yet checked
Company / Socialc Certificate verifiable
What is assessed
International standard for an organisation's environmental management systems.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The standard requires a management system but does not set a fixed value for a product's environmental impact. The issuer's website was unavailable. This information comes from our seal library.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Water, Energy, Materials. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Company
Validity
Typically 3 years according to the seal library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the date accessed.
Type of evidence in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been consulted. A company certificate does not count as product evidence in the module.
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)Registered office: not yet checked
Company / Socialc Certificate verifiable
What is assessed
International standard for occupational health and safety management systems.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The standard concerns occupational health and safety within an organisation. Product characteristics are not covered. The issuer's website was unavailable. This information comes from our seal library.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Fair & social. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Company
Validity
Typically 3 years according to the seal library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the date accessed.
Type of evidence in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been consulted. A company certificate does not count as product evidence in the module.
International Association of the Natural Textile Industry (IVN)Registered office: not yet checked
Textilesc Certificate verifiable
What is assessed
The criteria are based on the current version of GOTS and add ten further requirements: pure natural fibres, 100% organic fibres, GMO analyses of seeds and raw fibres, no dyes containing heavy metals, no chlorine-based or silicone-based chemicals, no optical brighteners and no flame-retardant treatment.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The mark applies to textiles. The issuer's website provides no information about products of other types.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Reduced harmful substances, Raw materials, Fair & social. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product and supply chain
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the seal library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the date accessed.
Type of evidence in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been consulted.
Criteria in the model it can support
Reduced harmful substancesRaw materialsFair & social
DIN CERTCO (TÜV Rheinland and DIN)Registered office: not yet checked
Packagingl Seal classification
What is assessed
Certification of biodegradable products according to DIN EN 13432 with two marks: DIN-Geprüft industrially compostable and the Seedling mark of European Bioplastics e. V. This refers to industrial composting. If the source material is already registered according to DIN EN 13432, a finished product can be certified with less testing.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
Industrially compostable does not mean that it will break down in a garden compost heap or in nature. Whether an item is actually composted depends on the collection system.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Disposal, Packaging. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Packaging and product
Validity
not yet checked
Register
not yet checked
Evidence type in the module
l, seal listed in the classification: the seal has been mentioned, but the check is still open.
Criteria it may support (suggestion, not yet in the library)
Cruelty Free InternationalHeadquarters: not yet checked
CosmeticsCleaningc Certificate can be checked
What is checked
Cruelty Free International's programme recognises brands that do not engage in animal testing. It forms part of the organisation's Our Approval Programme.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The certification concerns the absence of animal testing. It does not cover composition, origin or environmental impact. It does not indicate whether all ingredients are vegan.
In the Taiga model, it can support only the following criterion: Vegan. All other criteria remain unconfirmed.
Scope
Company and product
Validity
Typically 3 years according to the seal library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the access date.
Evidence type in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been verified.
MADE SAFE (MADEWORKS programme)Headquarters: not yet checked
CosmeticsCleaningTextilesl Seal listed in the classification
What is checked
Each product is checked against the MADE SAFE Banned List, which contains more than 15,000 known toxic chemicals. Manufacturers disclose every intentionally added substance and the manufacturing process. An ecosystem-based approach examines sources of pollution affecting soil, air, water and living organisms. The checks include, among other things, carcinogenic substances, hormone-disrupting substances, hazardous flame retardants and high-risk pesticides.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The programme is US-based. Its relationship to EU chemicals legislation has not yet been checked.
In the Taiga model, it can support only the following criterion: Reduced harmful substances. All other criteria remain unconfirmed.
NATRUE, The International Natural and Organic Cosmetics AssociationHeadquarters: not yet checked
Cosmeticsc Certificate can be checked
What is checked
Certification of raw materials and finished products for natural cosmetics. The process is the same for both and follows recognised certification procedures. The criteria require natural and organic ingredients and gentle production methods. Excluded substances include synthetic fragrances and colourings, ingredients derived from petrochemicals, silicone oils and genetically modified ingredients.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The seal concerns natural cosmetics. The page accessed contains no information about packaging.
In the Taiga model, it can support only the following criteria: Reduced harmful substances, Raw materials. All other criteria remain unconfirmed.
Scope
Product
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the seal library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the access date.
Evidence type in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been verified.
Food / organicCosmeticsTextilesc Certificate can be checked
What is checked
The organisation's own guidelines for crop production, animal husbandry, aquaculture, processing, cosmetics, textiles and social responsibility. According to Naturland, the guidelines go beyond the statutory minimum standards and apply equally to all partners worldwide.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
Which guideline applies to a product depends on the relevant area. Not every Naturland area includes every requirement.
In the Taiga model, it can support only the following criterion: Raw materials. All other criteria remain unconfirmed.
Scope
Product and supply chain
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the seal library. The exact term is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the access date.
Evidence type in the module
c, certificate checked once the register or certificate number has been verified.
GfaW, Society for Applied Business EthicsHeadquarters: not yet checked
Cleaningl Seal listed in the classification
What is checked
Product certification for non-food items such as laundry and cleaning products, textile care products, hygiene products, garden supplies, toys and candles. The products consist of plant-based, animal or mineral ingredients without petrochemicals. Among other things, they are free from microplastics.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The page accessed identifies NCP as a seal for non-food products. Cosmetics come under another standard from the same organisation, NCS. If deviations are not rectified, the certificate becomes invalid.
In the Taiga model, it can support only the following criteria: Reduced harmful substances, No microplastics, Raw materials. All other criteria remain unconfirmed.
Scope
Product
Validity
The certificate becomes invalid if deviations are not rectified. Term not yet checked.
GfaW, Society for Applied Business EthicsRegistered office: not yet checked
Cosmeticsl Seal listed for classification
What is checked
Certification seal for natural cosmetics. According to the issuer, the products are free from microplastics, genetically modified ingredients, parabens, silicones, PEGs and phthalates; contain only natural fragrances and plant-based extracts; and use certified palm oil.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
There are four NCS variants (standard, with an organic addition, vegan, vegan plus organic). The variant carried by a product is stated on the certificate. The issuer's description of packaging is general.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Reduced pollutants, No microplastics, Raw materials. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product
Validity
The certificate becomes invalid if deviations are not remedied. Validity period not yet checked.
PEFC InternationalRegistered office: not yet checked
Wood / paperPackagingc Certificate verifiable
What is checked
Certification of forest management and the chain of custody in accordance with PEFC standards. The standards are developed through an open, consensus-based process and adapted through national forest standards. Certification is based on independent auditors and ISO standards.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
The mark applies to wood and paper. It says nothing about the processing or composition of the remaining components.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Raw materials, Packaging. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product and supply chain
Validity
Typically 5 years according to the seal library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals)Registered office: not yet checked
TextilesCosmeticsFood / organicl Seal listed for classification
What is checked
PETA labels products as vegan if they are not derived from animals, for example, if they contain no silk, wool, down, fur or leather. The licensing agreement with PETA may cover the entire company or individual products.
Limitations, scope, register and source
What is not checked
Vegan says nothing about environmental impact. The checks behind the licence have not yet been established.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Vegan. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product or company
Validity
not yet checked
Register
not yet checked
Type of evidence in the module
l, Seal listed for classification: The seal is mentioned, but the check is still open.
Criteria it may support (suggestion, not yet in the library)
Social Accountability International (SAI)Registered office: not yet checked
Company / socialc Certificate verifiable
What is checked
Social standard for organisations in every industry: protection of children and young workers, freedom of association, free and fair recruitment, working hours and wages, non-discrimination, and occupational health and safety. It is based on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and ILO conventions and follows a management-system approach.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The standard certifies organisations, not individual products. It assesses social performance, not product characteristics.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Fair & social. All other criteria remain unassessed for this standard.
Scope
Company
Validity
Typically 3 years according to the label library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
c, certificate verified once the register or certificate number has been checked. A company certificate does not count as product evidence in the module.
OEKO-TEX AssociationRegistered office: not yet checked
Textilesc Certificate can be verified
What is assessed
Textiles are tested for a list of more than 1,000 harmful substances. Every component is tested: outer fabric, sewing threads, buttons and zips. The more intensive the contact with the skin, the stricter the requirements and laboratory tests. The limit values are updated at least once a year.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The issuer describes a label for textiles tested for harmful substances. The description does not mention requirements for fibre cultivation, working conditions or recycling.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Reduced harmful substances. All other criteria remain unassessed for this standard.
Scope
Product (all components of the item)
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the label library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
UEBT, Sourcing with RespectRegistered in Switzerland, headquarters in the Netherlands
CosmeticsFood / organicl Label under review
What is assessed
The UEBT standard sets out how companies source plant-based raw materials with respect for people and biodiversity. It is built on two pillars, respect for biodiversity and respect for people, and covers areas including nature conservation, workers' rights and the fair sharing of benefits.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
UEBT focuses on the sourcing of plant-based raw materials. According to UEBT, the verification is not intended as a consumer label; only certification carries a label.
In the Taiga model, it can support only these criteria: Raw materials, Fair & social. All other criteria remain unassessed for this standard.
USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, National Organic ProgramRegistered office: not yet checked
Food / organicCosmeticsTextilesl Label under review
What is assessed
The US Department of Agriculture's National Organic Program develops the rules for the production, handling, labelling and enforcement of all products bearing the USDA Organic seal.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
The seal is based on US law. Its relationship to EU organic rules has not yet been assessed. The issuer's website does not specify individual criteria in the section consulted.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Raw materials. All other criteria remain unassessed for this standard.
V-Label GmbH / European Vegetarian UnionRegistered office: not yet checked
Food / organicCosmeticsTextilesCleaningc Certificate can be verified
What is assessed
Vegan products contain no products of animal origin at any stage of production or processing: no ingredients, additives, carriers, flavourings, fragrances or enzymes of animal origin. Fur, leather, silk, wool, feathers, honey, beeswax and lanolin are also excluded.
Scope, validity, register and source
What is not assessed
Vegan says nothing about a product's environmental impact.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Vegan. All other criteria remain unassessed for this standard.
Scope
Product
Validity
Typically 1 year according to the label library. The exact validity period is stated on the certificate.
Register
not yet checked · The library link was unavailable on the date of access.
Type of evidence in the module
c, certificate verified once the register or certificate number has been checked.
The Vegetarian SocietyRegistered office: not yet checked
Food / organicCosmeticsTextilesCleaningl Label under review
What is assessed
The Vegan mark may not appear on products that contain animal-derived ingredients or have been made using animal-derived materials. Cross-contamination must be avoided through reasonable measures. Genetically modified ingredients and animal testing are excluded. The Society also certifies clothing, cosmetics and household products.
Scope, applicability, register and source
What is not checked
According to the Society, its marks concern suitability for a particular diet and the ingredients. They are not environmental or CO₂ certifications and do not indicate allergens. In the product data, the name is mixed up with the V-Label, so it is still unclear which mark is meant.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Vegan. All other criteria remain open.
The product and its ingredients must not contain, or have been made using, any animal product, by-product or derivative. Animal testing of any kind, including where legally required, is excluded if it was commissioned or controlled by the company. Cross-contamination should be avoided wherever practicable.
Scope, applicability, register and source
What is not checked
Vegan says nothing about environmental impact.
In the Taiga model, it can support only this criterion: Vegan. All other criteria remain open.
Scope
Product and ingredients
Validity
According to the issuer, the mark is renewed annually.
Register
not yet checked
Evidence type in the module
l, label classification: The label is mentioned, but the check is still open.
Criteria it may support (proposed, not yet in the library)
No label matches this selection. Choose another area or clear the search term.
Every statement on a card comes from the issuer of the label or from our label library. The source is shown on the card. “Not yet checked” means that we have not yet reviewed a source for it.
What is not an environmental label
Three marks that look like labels. But are not.
Some marks and statements appear next to genuine labels on packaging. They say something else. Taiga does not show them as environmental labels in the module.
01 / PACKAGING LICENCE
Der Grüne Punkt
According to its own information, Der Grüne Punkt established a dual system for recovering sales packaging. In many countries, the mark is used as a financing mark for packaging recycling.
It shows that a licence has been paid for the packaging. It is not a product label and says nothing about how the product was made or what it contains.
There is a certification standard called “Plastic Free”. Control Union describes it as a framework that ensures products are free from components made from fossil-based plastic.
If “Plastic Free” appears on a product without a certifier or number being given, it is a manufacturer's statement. Without a number, we cannot look it up.
It often means that emissions have been offset through climate protection projects. This is compensation, not a property of the product.
Under Directive (EU) 2024/825, such statements must not be based solely on offsetting emissions outside the value chain. The rules apply from 27 September 2026. Taiga does not show “climate-neutral” as a criterion in the module.
Reading labels correctly. Including their limitations.
Is a label a guarantee?
No. A label says that a product, raw material or company met the issuer's criteria at a particular point in time. This applies only to the part for which it was awarded, and only for as long as the certificate remains valid. The label says nothing beyond that.
Who checks the certifiers?
That depends on the label. Some issuers work with independent, approved certification bodies. Fair for Life refers to audits under ISO 17065. Cradle to Cradle Certified states that it has been recognised by the ANSI National Accreditation Board as an environmental label under ISO 14024. For other labels, we do not know yet. In those cases, the card says “not yet checked”.
What does register mean?
A register is a public list maintained by the issuer, where you can check who holds a certificate. You enter a company or certificate number and see whether the certificate is valid. Not every label has a public register. Where we know a link and it was accessible, it is shown on the card.
What does “Certificate checked” mean in the module?
We checked the issuer's register or used the certificate number to confirm that the certificate exists and relates to the product or brand. This is separate evidence from information provided by the manufacturer. The module lists both separately.
Why does Taiga show a label as “under review”?
Because the label is mentioned but has not yet been verified. This may mean that it is not yet listed in our label library, or that the register or number is missing. A label under review is visible in the module, but does not count as verified evidence.
Why are some fields blank on certain cards?
We only enter information that we have found in a source provided by the issuer or in our label library. Where we have not yet been able to verify something, it says “not yet verified”. This does not mean that the information does not exist.
What is the difference between product, raw material and company labels?
A product label relates to the item you are buying. A raw material label relates only to one part of it, such as wood, cotton or rubber. A company label relates to the company and its processes. It does not describe the properties of an individual item. The card states the scope.
Does a company certificate provide evidence for the product?
No. In the module, company certificates do not count as evidence for the product. They are listed separately because they provide information about the organisation, not about the individual item.
Does “vegan” say anything about the environment?
No. Vegan means that no animal-derived ingredients or materials are included. The Vegetarian Society itself states that its marks concern suitability for a dietary choice and are not environmental or CO₂ certifications. The same applies to marks indicating that no animal testing has been carried out.
What does “climate neutral” mean on a product?
Often, it means that emissions have been offset through climate protection projects. Under Directive (EU) 2024/825, such claims must not be based solely on offsetting emissions outside the value chain. The rules apply from 27 September 2026. Taiga does not show “climate neutral” as a criterion in the module.
How up to date is the information on this page?
Each card states the source and the date on which we consulted it. The sources for this version were accessed on 13 October 2026. Issuers may change their criteria. If in doubt, always refer to the issuer's website.
Is Taiga a certification body?
No. Taiga is a retailer. We review labels, registers and manufacturer information and show them with their sources. We do not award labels or ratings.
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