ÖkoControl seal
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ÖkoControl seal
The ÖkoControl seal is awarded to furniture and mattresses that meet high standards in terms of environmental friendliness, freedom from harmful substances and sustainability.
Products bearing this seal are made from natural and low-pollutant raw materials, are low-emission and promote healthy living.
Production is environmentally friendly and conserves resources.
The seal helps consumers to recognize high-quality and environmentally friendly products.
Award criteria for the ÖkoControl seal
The award criteria for the ÖkoControl seal include:
- Raw materials:
Use of natural, low-pollutant raw materials. - Pollutant-free:
Minimization or avoidance of harmful substances in the products. - Environmental compatibility:
Environmentally friendly production methods and sustainable use of resources. - Health:
Promotion of healthy living through low-emission products. - Quality:
High product quality and durability.
The ÖkoControl seal is suitable for the following product groups:
The ÖkoControl seal is suitable for the following product groups:
- Furniture:
Natural wood furniture, upholstered furniture, tables, chairs. - Mattresses:
Natural latex mattresses, spring mattresses. - Textiles:
Bed linen, blankets, pillows. - Carpets:
Natural fiber carpets. - Children’s furniture:
Cots, changing tables, children’s mattresses.
ÖkoControl seal: Certification body
The certification body for the ÖkoControl seal is the ÖkoControl Association.
This association carries out the testing and certification of furniture and mattresses to ensure that they meet the specified environmental and health standards.
You can contact us here if you have any questions about certification.
Costs for the ÖkoControl seal
Costs may vary depending on the type of certification and the size of the company.
The exact prices depend on various factors, including the complexity of the audit and the size of the company or organization wishing to apply for the label.
For precise information on costs, it would be best to contact ÖkoControl GmbH directly
Is the ÖkoControl label mandatory?
The ÖkoControl label is a voluntary label that you can use to highlight your environmental friendliness and sustainability to customers and partners.
It can be a selling point, especially in a market that is placing increasing emphasis on environmentally friendly and sustainable practices.
Recognition of the ÖkoControl seal for certification systems
Source:https://oekocontrol.com