4C Association
4C Association
Baseline sustainability certification for coffee and cocoa supply chains worldwide
Over 300,000+ products have earned this certification worldwide.
Key Strengths
- Global leading certification system covering 300,000+ farmers in 19 countries
- Independent third-party audits accredited to ISO/IEC 17065 ensure credibility
- Full supply chain traceability via digital commercial reporting
- Innovative audit and risk assessment supported by digital tools and remote sensing
- Supports EU due diligence regulatory compliance with ready-to-use toolbox
- Carbon footprint measurement, reduction, and offsetting framework included
Ideal For
Best suited for coffee and cocoa producer groups, cooperatives, traders, exporters, importers, roasters, and brand owners seeking a credible, globally recognized baseline sustainability certification. Particularly valuable for supply chain actors needing to demonstrate compliance with due diligence regulations (e.g., EU Deforestation Regulation) and buyers requiring traceable, verified sustainable sourcing.
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2004
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