Green Seal Certification Explained
USA · Established 1989
Cruelty-Free Certification Cleaning products, paints, lodging, food service
Audit Level: Third-Party Audit
An independent third party conducts an audit of the brand's facilities or documentation. More rigorous than self-declaration.
Supply-chain verified: No.
| Supply Chain | Not required |
| Cost for Brands | Annual certification fee based on product sales. |
| Recognized In | USANorth America |
Editorial Analysis
One of the oldest US ecolabels. Certifies that products and services meet rigorous, science-based environmental standards. Primarily covers institutional cleaning products, paints, lodging, and food service. Not a vegan certification. Some GS standards prohibit certain animal testing for cleaning products. Limited recognition outside North America.
Summary
Type
Cruelty-Free
Established
1989
Origin
USA
Scope
Cleaning products, paints, lodging, food service