Leading Brands Choose Fair Trade Certified™
Fair Trade Certified is the leading third-party certification for ethical sourcing. Protect workers and the planet, meet growing consumer demand, and transform your business.
Why Choose Fair Trade?
In a world full of sustainability claims, third-party certification matters more than ever. Fair Trade Certified provides independent verification that your sourcing meets rigorous social, environmental, and economic standards. It’s trusted. It’s transparent. It’s real accountability—and real impact.
The Benefits of Fair Trade Certification for Businesses
Sourcing products from Fair Trade Certified farms, fisheries or factories isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a smart business move.
Fair Trade Certified helps you:
- Build brand trust through credible, third-party validation
- Meet consumer demand for ethical, sustainable products
- Stand out on shelf with a widely recognized trust mark
- Strengthen supply chains and invest in resilience
- Accelerate sustainability goals and align with global frameworks
Proof Consumers Care
Consumers say third-party certification is a trustworthy indicator when they make purchase decisions. Fair Trade Certified is the most widely recognized Fair Trade label in the United States, and data indicates that Fair Trade awareness – and purchasing behavior – is mainstream.
60%+
Of U.S. consumers recognize the Fair Trade Certified label
74%
Of consumers put their trust in the Fair Trade Certified label
39%
Of U.S. shoppers are willing to pay more for Fair Trade Certified products
What’s the impact of Fair Trade?
Together with businesses like yours, we’re driving measurable change:
$1 B+
Financial Benefit to Producers
1.6 M
Farmers & Workers across 50+ countries
120 +
Social, Economic, Environmental Protections Covered
1,500 +
Responsible Businesses
12,500 +
Products carry the Fair Trade Certified label
60%+
U.S. General Population Consumer Recognition
Products We Certify
Fair Trade USA works across diverse industries and product categories to make ethical sourcing possible at scale.
Coffee
Consumer Packaged Goods
Factory Products
Floral
Produce
Seafood
Who We Partner With
Examples of leading brands who participate in the Fair Trade Certified program.
Ready to certify your supply chain? Take the next step.
01
Connect with Our Team
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Build Your Certification Plan
We’ll work closely with your team to audit your business needs and tailor your sourcing plan.
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Program Rollout With Support
We guide you through every step of the way!