{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/calitho.com\/what-does-fsc-certified-mean\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/calitho.com\/what-does-fsc-certified-mean\/","headline":"What Does FSC\u00ae Certified Mean?","name":"What Does FSC\u00ae Certified Mean?","description":"As sustainability becomes a greater priority for brands and consumers alike, understanding the materials behind your packaging is more important than ever. One of the most widely recognized standards for responsible sourcing is certification from the Forest Stewardship Council\u00ae (FSC\u00ae). FSC\u00ae is an international nonprofit organization that promotes responsible forest management. It sets rigorous environmental, […]","datePublished":"2026-06-30","dateModified":"2026-06-30","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/calitho.com\/author\/parsa\/#Person","name":"Parsa","url":"https:\/\/calitho.com\/author\/parsa\/","identifier":9,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/df7e3255715580efbdad50aa547f98d9f08117477c99d51f2804b3185a511dfc?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/df7e3255715580efbdad50aa547f98d9f08117477c99d51f2804b3185a511dfc?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Calitho Printing SF Bay Area","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/calitho.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/calithologo.jpg","url":"https:\/\/calitho.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/calithologo.jpg","width":86,"height":60}},"url":"https:\/\/calitho.com\/what-does-fsc-certified-mean\/","about":["Design Services","Education","Green Practices","Print Company","Print Shop"],"wordCount":335,"keywords":["green"],"articleBody":"As sustainability becomes a greater priority for brands and consumers alike, understanding the materials behind your packaging is more important than ever. One of the most widely recognized standards for responsible sourcing is certification from the Forest Stewardship Council\u00ae (FSC\u00ae).FSC\u00ae is an international nonprofit organization that promotes responsible forest management. It sets rigorous environmental, social, and economic standards for forests around the world. Its certification system helps ensure that the fiber used in paperboard, corrugated materials, and other paper-based packaging comes from responsibly managed forests, recycled content, or other controlled sources.How FSC\u00ae Certification WorksA key component of FSC\u00ae certification is Chain of Custody. This process tracks certified materials throughout the supply chain. From the forest and paper mill to the printer and packaging manufacturer. Every certified company involved must meet FSC\u00ae requirements to maintain traceability and ensure the integrity of the final product.For brands, choosing FSC\u00ae certified packaging demonstrates a commitment to responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship. It can support corporate sustainability goals, help meet retailer requirements, and align with growing consumer expectations for transparency and ethical business practices.It’s important to understand that FSC\u00ae certification focuses specifically on where fiber comes from. Not whether a package is recyclable, compostable, or reusable. However, FSC\u00ae certified packaging can also be designed to minimize environmental impact at the end of its useful life through recyclability, compostability, or reuse.Common FSC\u00ae LabelsFSC\u00ae 100% \u2013 Made entirely from materials sourced from FSC\u00ae certified forests.FSC\u00ae Mix \u2013 Contains a combination of FSC\u00ae certified materials, recycled content, and\/or controlled wood.FSC\u00ae Recycled \u2013 Made entirely from recycled fiber that meets FSC\u00ae standards.At Calitho, we’ve maintained FSC\u00ae Chain of Custody certification for more than 15 years, helping brands create custom packaging solutions using responsibly sourced materials without compromising quality, creativity, or performance.Whether you’re launching a new product or updating existing packaging, FSC\u00ae certified packaging is a meaningful step toward building a more sustainable supply chain. Let us help you on your next sustainable project!"}