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Mar 01, 2021
Feb. 24, 2021 - The Upcycled Food Association (UFA) announces the launch of the certification Beta Program, the pilot initiative for the rollout of the new Upcycled Certification Program. The Upcycled Certification Program is a third-party certification program that sets a robust and credible framework for the certification of both upcycled ingredients and products within the food & beverage, cosmetics, household cleaner, companion pet food, dietary supplement and personal care product spaces. UFA invites companies on the leading edge of the upcycled food industry seeking to certify upcycled products and/or ingredients for sale within the U.S. to apply to participate by visiting upcycledfood.org/certification-beta-program and submitting an application before the March 10th deadline.
Jan 15, 2021
The Upcycled Food Association (UFA) is thrilled to announce the adoption of the world s first Upcycled Certification Standard! This landmark achievement is the culmination of a rigorous process that included a monumental effort by the Upcycled Certification Standards Committee and feedback from a wide variety of stakeholders. The Standard will inform the Upcycled Certification Program, a third-party certification due to launch in the coming months that will help standardize the upcycled food industry. To view the full Standard visit our
What is the Standard?
The Upcycled Certification Standard is a set of criteria that forms a robust, credible framework for the certification of both upcycled ingredients and products. The Standard addresses those that grow, produce, manufacture, process, and trade in food and beverage, dietary supplements, companion pet food, cosmetics, personal care products, and household cleaners. The Standard is intended to be a living document an