Certifications & Affiliations
CellMark’s operations and procedures are governed by an ISO-certified management quality system. Additionally, the CellMark Group is certified as conforming to the requirements of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®), the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), Chain of Custody standards, and the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD).
We are members of the Minor Metals Trade Association (MMTA), International Chrome Development Assoxiaton (ICDA), Bureau of International Recycling (BIR), and International Magnesium Institute (IMA).
CellMark partners with certified suppliers and encourages initiatives that lead to a sustainable development of the world’s resources. We embrace the challenges involved in creating innovative solutions for our partners, and we take pride in contributing to global sustainability efforts.
ISO 9001
ISO 9001 is a globally recognized standard for quality management systems, ensuring the quality of business processes. CellMark’s quality management system adheres to the ISO 9001 standard. This standard outlines the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving a quality management system.
FSC®
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®) is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit organization established to promote the responsible management of the world’s forests. For further information, please see www.fsc.org
CERTIFICATE ─ FSC®
PEFC
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) promotes sustainable forest management — environmentally, socially, beneficially, and economically viable management of forests for present and future generations through independent third-party forest certification. CellMark has committed to implementing and maintaining Chain of Custody procedures to ensure compliance with the PEFC standard. For further information, please see www.pefc.org
CertificATE ─ PEFC
ACD
The Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) is an international association of chemical distributors and supply chain partners who process, formulate, blend, re-package, warehouse, transport, and market chemical products. Members are committed to product stewardship and responsible distribution in every phase of chemical storage, handling, transportation, and disposal. For more information, please see www.acd-chem.com
CERTIFICATE ─ ACD
OK KOSHER (K)
OK Kosher is the world’s leading orthodox kosher certification agency, recognized as the global benchmark for kosher standards and integrity. The OK Kosher mark is one of the world’s best-known trademarks; it immediately and universally increases company marketability, accountability, and kosher acceptability. For more information, please see www.ok.org
QS
QS quality scheme for food covers all stages of the food chain. Strict rules apply to all participating companies in Germany and abroad, for example regarding traceability and hygiene. Auditors and independent certification bodies check regularly whether all requirements are met. For further information, please see www.q-s.de/en
SBP
The Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP) is a certification system designed for woody biomass, mostly in the form of wood pellets and woodchips, used in industrial, large-scale energy production. SBP has developed a certification system to provide assurance that woody biomass is sourced from legal and sustainable sources. CellMark SA, Geneva, and CellMark Asia Pte Ltd, Singapore are fully committed to implementing and maintaining the mass balance requirement, as per SBP Instruction Document REDII: Bridging Requirements for Meeting REDII. For further information, please see www.sbp-cert.org
SFI
The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) is an organization dedicated to advancing sustainability through forest-focused collaboration. They achieve this by developing and promoting standards that ensure sustainable forestry and responsible sourcing of forest products. SFI is purposefully structured to provide equal power to environmental, social, and economic sectors. Its governance reflects the diverse interests within the forest and conservation sector. For further information, please see www.forests.org
Green Gold Label (GGL)
Green Gold Label (GGL) is an international certification program focused on ensuring the sustainability of biomass. GGL certification covers the entire supply chain of biomass, from production and processing to transport and final use for bioenergy. The certification is recognized globally and is conducted by independent, accredited third-party bodies. It includes standards for various types of biomasses, such as woody biomass, agricultural residues, and waste wood. For further information, please see www.greengoldlabel.com
CERTIFICATE — GREEN GOLD LABEL (GGL)
Great Place to Work®
Great Place to Work® is an independent consulting firm with the mission to help organizations become a great place to work for all. CellMark earned a certification from Great Place to Work® valid for the period of October 2023 to October 2024. For further information, please see www.greatplacetowork.se
Affiliations
Various affiliations that CellMark is connected to:
DCAT: The Drug, Chemical and Associated Technologies Association (DCAT) is a leading business development association with members who manufacture, distribute, or provide services to pharmaceutical, chemical, and related industries. For further information, please see www.dcat.org
SCC: The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) strives to increase and disseminate scientific information through meetings and publications. By promoting research in cosmetic science and industry, and by setting high ethical, professional, and educational standards, SCC improves the qualifications of cosmetic scientists. For further information, please see www.scconline.org
CCC: The Calorie Control Council (CCC) is an international non-profit association representing the low calorie food and beverage industry. It represents manufacturers and suppliers of low calorie and light food and beverages. For more information, please see www.caloriecontrol.org
GACC (former AQSIQ): The general Administration of Customs (GACC) is the headquarters of China Customs directly under the State Council of the People’s Republic of China. It is in charge of national quality, metrology, entry-exit commodity inspection, entry-exit health quarantine, entry-exit animal and plant quarantine, import-export food safety, certification and accreditation, standardization, as well as administrative law-enforcement. For more information, please see www.aqsiq.net
REACH: REACH is a European Union regulation concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and restrictions of Chemicals (REACH). REACH addresses the production and use of chemical substances, and their potential impacts on both human health and the environment. REACH applies to all chemical substances. For more information, please see echa.europa.eu
FDA: The FDA, known back then as the Association of First Division Civil Servants, is the only trade union dedicated to representing managers and professionals in public service. The goal of the FDA is to improve member’s terms, conditions, and working lives while acting as a powerful advocate for them and the vital public services they deliver. For more information, please see www.fda.org.uk
USDA: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management. The goal of USDA is to promote agriculture production that better nourishes Americans while also helping to feed others throughout the world; and to preserve the Nation’s natural resources through conservation, restored forests, improved watersheds, and healthy private working lands. For more information, please see www.usda.gov
EU Waste Framework Directive /98/EC and 2018/851: The Waste Framework Directive establishes rules on how waste should be managed in the EU. It provides general principles for doing so, such as the Waste Hierarchy, Polluter Pays Principle and Extended Producer Responsibility. The Directive aims to reduce the environmental impact of waste and to encourage resource efficiency through reuse, recycling and recovery. Please press here for further information (PDF document). certificates