Why get your business MSC certified?

Why get your business certified?

Seafood is our last major food source that’s truly wild. It provides food security for millions of people around the world who rely on it as their primary source of protein, and it’s vital to the livelihoods of fishers and fishing communities around the world. 

MSC certification demonstrates your commitment to healthy a ocean for future generations and dedication to meeting the growing global demand for certified sustainable seafood and a fully traceable supply chain.

If your company takes ownership of MSC certified seafood products and wants to sell them as certified, you will most likely need Chain of Custody (CoC) certification.

The MSC Standard ensures an unbroken chain where certified seafood is identifiable, separated from non-certified seafood, and can be traced back to another certified business.

5 reasons to choose MSC

1. Consumers are demanding certified sustainable product.
2. Businesses around the world have included MSC certified products in their sourcing policies.
3. Create confidence in your products by offering independently verified sustainable seafood that protects our ocean for the future.
4. Gain access to exclusive resources, consumer insights, and support from the MSC team.
5. Support improvements to our oceans and seafood resource by 1) preventing overfishing 2) protecting marine environments 3) maintaining biodiversity, and 4) protecting threatened species.

How can the MSC help your business?

The MSC encourages responsible fishery management and sustainable fishing practices to protect the future of fishing communities, preserve ocean ecosystems, and ensure seafood is available to everyone, always. When you choose seafood from MSC certified fisheries, you become part of a virtuous circle that helps to protect the productivity and health of our ocean.

There has been a distinct rise in conscious consumerism in North America, reflecting a growing awareness among shoppers about the environmental impact of their purchases. 

Understanding what drives consumer trends and motivates shopping behavior helps brands and organizations to align their business strategies with the evolving demands of the market. The MSC is committed to helping you tap into these values to grow consumer loyalty and meet the growing demand ultimately contributing to a better, more sustainable future for our planet.

Learn more about Chain of Custody (CoC) certification

Find MSC certified seafood and fisheries

MSC certified seafood suppliers 

The MSC Find a Supplier page offers partners the ability to find businesses with MSC Chain of Custody Certification that offer MSC certified seafood. You can search by location, species, and business activity to find the organization that meets your needs. The search will list a company contact if it has been provided to us. Please note that only the headquarter location for each certification holder is listed and may not provide all certified sites or their distribution/reach. If you can't find what you're looking for, please reach out to your regional MSC commercial contact.

MSC certified fisheries

The MSC Track a Fishery page lets you search for any fishery engaged in the MSC program. You can search by species, gear type, FAO ocean area, and more.