Sourcing of FSC® and PEFC products from Russia and Belarus
Are you currently Sourcing FSC® and PEFC products from Russia and Belarus?
Due to the current circumstances in Ukraine, both FSC® and PEFC have released statements and guidance this week in relation to certified products which are sourced from either Russia or Belarus.
If you currently hold either FSC® or PEFC certification with Interface NRM please ensure you have read through and understand the guidance contained in the links below.
FSC
Below are the links in relation to FSC products sourced from these areas:
No FSC material from Russia and Belarus until the invasion ends
FSC’s position on Russias war on Ukraine
FSC requirements updated to enforce decision to reject FSC material from Russia and Belarus
within the link above is also a Frequently asked questions document which notes the key information you will need
PEFC
Timber from Russi and Belarus considered conflict timber
PEFC also now have a dedicated email address you can contact should you have any questions – [email protected]
Further informatin
These are unprecedented times and we find ourselves in a new situation so we completely understand if you do have questions you would like answers to.
Please do feel free to contact one of the team if you do have any questions at all. If we do not know the answer straight away we will certainly find out for you.
Our offices are manned Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
You can call us on 01952 288325 or you can initiate a live chat from our website.
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