Chain of Custody is the traceability element of the MSC certification programme. If a fishery is assessed to the MSC Standard for Sustainable Fishing, use of the MSC eco-label on seafood products is permitted only where there has been independent verification that the product originated from a certified fishery. An independent certification against the Chain of Custody (CofC) Standard provides this verification.
Chain of Custody assessments are undertaken by independently accredited certification bodies. In order to become certified for Chain of Custody, please contact an accredited certification body for your independent assessment.
- Chain of Custody FAQs
- A simple overview of Chain of Custody certification
- List of companies that are currently certified for Chain of Custody
- Find out more about using the MSC label
myMSC - Chain of Custody handbook in English
'myMSC' is a new handbook giving step-by-step guidance to companies preparing for a Chain of Custody audit. It offers sample forms for record-keeping, diagrams to explain the traceability requirements and practical advice about how to prepare for an audit. You can download the four sections below or request a paper copy from info@msc.org.
Section 1: Introduction
Section 2: Chain of Custody guidelines (quick start guide, record keeping, goods in, processing, goods out)
Section 3: General information (includes selecting a certification body, information on logo use, promoting your company's use of the label, glossary and a full copy of the Chain of Custody Standard)
Section 4: Chain of Custody certification for groups
myMSC - Chain of Custody handbook in German
You can download the four sections of 'myMSC' below or request a CD-ROM from info@msc.org.
Section 1: Introduction
Section 2: Chain of Custody guidelines (quick start guide, record keeping, goods in, processing, goods out)
Section 3: General information (includes selecting a certification body, information on logo use, promoting your company's use of the label, glossary and a full copy of the Chain of Custody Standard)
Section 4: Chain of Custody certification for groups
