Primary Processors

Ensuring that the timber you process comes from responsibly managed forests, supporting a sustainable supply chain.

Helping primary processors manage and communicate PEFC claims for eligible forest and tree-based materials through the supply chain.

Primary processors transform logs and other forest-based raw materials into products used in construction, joinery, fencing and landscaping, including sawn timber, panels, veneers and co-products.

PEFC Chain of Custody certification provides a framework for identifying eligible inputs, maintaining appropriate records and passing PEFC claims to customers in accordance with PEFC requirements.

Why choose PEFC?

  • Meet customer requirements. PEFC Chain of Custody certification enables you to manage and communicate PEFC claims for eligible products.
  • Support access to specified projects. Certification can help you meet procurement requirements where PEFC-certified material or recognised Chain of Custody certification is specified.
  • Communicate your certification. Subject to PEFC trademark requirements, certified organisations can communicate their certified status and use PEFC claims for eligible products.

What can be included?

Products that may be included within the scope of a primary processor’s Chain of Custody system include:

  • Logs and roundwood
  • Sawn timber and planks
  • Veneer and engineered wood products
  • Woodchips, residues and co-products

PEFC Chain of Custody certification enables organisations to demonstrate that eligible forest and tree-based materials are supplied with PEFC claims and handled in accordance with PEFC Chain of Custody requirements.

Customer Testimonials

We’re proud to work with companies across the timber and construction industries who share our commitment to sustainability. Hear from some of our certified partners about why they chose PEFC certification and how it supports their responsible practices.

Add Value with Certified Timber

Join organisations responding to demand for forest and tree-based materials supplied with PEFC claims. PEFC Chain of Custody provides an auditable system for managing material information and passing PEFC claims through the supply chain