Certification

Make responsible timber sourcing verifiable.

A practical certification and verification framework designed to strengthen traceability, legality and responsible due diligence across timber supply chains.

FIND YOUR PATH

Certification for Your Role

Different organisations contribute to responsible timber supply chains in different ways. Start with the path most relevant to you.

Supply Chain Companies

For importers, distributors, processors and exporters seeking stronger traceability, due diligence and legality across their operations.

Forest Owners

For forest owners and managers seeking credible origin information, legal sourcing practices and stronger links to responsible supply chains.

Brands & Retailers

For brands and retailers seeking verified supply-chain information to support responsible procurement and confident sourcing decisions.

PUBLIC VERIFICATION

Search the Certification Registry

Find published organisations and verify certification information through the public CTWPDA Certification Registry.

Search

Find published certification records using search and filters.

View

View published organisation and certification record information.

Check

Check current certification status and validity information.

Export

Export a dated certification record with QR verification.
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HOW IT WORKS

A Clear Path from Implementation to Verification

Step-01

Understand the Requirements

Review the applicable requirements and understand what they mean for your organisation.

Step-02

Build Your System

Establish traceability, due diligence procedures and the records needed to demonstrate responsible sourcing.

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Step-02

Verification

Implementation is assessed against the applicable requirements to confirm that the system works in practice.

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Step-04

Public Recognition

Approved certification records can be published in the Certification Registry for public verification.

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STANDARDS & GUIDANCE

Certification Starts with Clear Requirements

Certification and verification are built on clear requirements for traceability, due diligence and record keeping. Explore the standards and practical guidance behind the system.