CCOF is a nonprofit organization that advances organic agriculture for a healthy world through organic certification, education, advocacy, and promotion. We envision a world where organic is the norm.

The Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO), a program of the Gluten Intolerance Group, ensures that gluten-free products are safe and trustworthy. GFCO works with manufacturers to help them achieve certification and improve their processes to meet our strict 80 point Standard.

Since 1993, the Environmental Working Group has shined a spotlight on outdated legislation, harmful agricultural practices and industry loopholes that pose a risk to our health and the health of our environment.

All B Corps must be rigorously evaluated in environmental impact, day-to-day operations, transparency, employee satisfaction, and local community involvement

By 1996, 'cruelty-free' shopping had become popular, but it was also confusing, sometimes misleading, and ultimately frustrating. Companies had begun designing their own bunny logos, abiding by their own definition of 'cruelty-free' or 'animal friendly' without the participation of animal protection groups.

The "period-after-opening" symbol, or "PAO" symbol, indicates the recommended period a cosmetic product can be safely used after opening.