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Why ASC?

We set the standard for seafood. If you see the ASC label on pack, you can be sure that your seafood was farmed with care.

our impact

By choosing ASC labelled seafood, you are making a proven, positive impact on people and the planet.

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Certification

Join the most recognised certification programme as proof of your responsible farming practices to a global audience.

Our impact

ASC creates measurable positive change in global seafood farming.

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Certification

Join the most recognised certification programme and benefit from trading ASC certified seafood.

Our impact

ASC creates measurable, positive change in global seafood farming.

After certification

In addition to accessing our global network of secure and flexible supply, ASC partners benefit from marketing their ASC certified seafood.

Getting certified: Business

Seafood suppliers can get certified against the Chain of custody standard. Learn how you can apply for certification below.

Are you a seafood processor, trader or supply company that wants to handle ASC certified products? You will need to be Chain of Custody (CoC) certified.

This certification will allow you to demonstrate to your supply chain partners that your certified seafood is identifiable, segregated and can be traced back to another certified business.

 

 

 

 

 

Get certified!

Our Chain of Custody certification is a third-party certification system, meaning that the assessment of compliance is done by independent Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs). The certification will allow you to demonstrate to your customers that you are trading seafood that is identifiable, segregated and can be traced back to ASC certified producers.

You can find all steps in our quick-start guide:

 

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What are CABs?

Certification companies, also referred to as Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs), are independent of the ASC.

They must demonstrate to another independent organisation, Assurance Services International (ASI), that they have the skills to undertake assessments of our standards. Auditors are also required to participate in standard specific training, including a mandatory exam that they must pass.

Following accreditation, the Conformity Assessment Body is monitored by ASI to ensure they continue to operate in line with our Certification and Accreditation Requirements (CAR).

To start your certification journey, please compare independent certifiers (CABs) on the ASI website:

 

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Learn more about the Chain of Custody standard

Chain of Custody certification ensures that companies selling certified seafood have identification, segregation and traceability processes and procedures in place.

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