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We are an independent, stakeholder-driven certification system for coffee and cocoa.4C Certification for Climate, Conservation and Communities - 4C Services Documents and Resources Events News 4C Trainings Career FAQ Contact 4C Portal About us Our History4C Cocoa CertificationGovernance Structure The 4C Team4C Advisory Board Recognitions and MembershipsNewsEvents Our Impact 4C in NumbersOur Global AlignmentSuccess StoriesProject Portfolio Environmental Scope Latin America Coffee Carbon Footprint Baseline StudyData Collection for GHG Emissions Using 4C CF Add-OnBoosting Yields for Climate Friendly Robusta Coffee in TanzaniaImproving Biodiversity in Coffee Landscapes in Vietnam (Phase 1)Empowering Smallholder Coffee Farmers in ColombiaImproving traceability within ABICS’ coffee supply chainReducing Coffee Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Vietnam Social Scope Improving Living Conditions for Coffee Smallholders in ColombiaEnhancing Social Auditing and Risk DetectionField Survey on Social Issues in the Philippines Projects Media Center 4C System 4C System Users List of Certification BodiesActive 4C CertificatesList of Intermediary Buyers Our Certification SystemHow to get certified4C EUDR SolutionAdd-On Certifications Advancing Equity, Empowering Women Add-OnFood Security Add-OnCarbon Footprint Add-On 4C Integrity Program4C System Document Library Our Services Environmental Services Climate and Carbon FootprintBiodiversityDeforestation Social Responsibility Services Improving LivelihoodsProtection of Children's RightsGender Equality Compliance Services 4C EUDR SolutionHuman Rights Due DiligenceGerman Supply Chain Act Sustainability Advocacy Get Involved Join the 4C System Producers and Producer OrganisationsFor Intermediaries BuyersFor BuyersFor Retailers Collaboration OpportunitiesResources for System Users Documents and Resources Public ConsultationComplaints and Appeals . Certification for a Responsible Future 4C is an independent, stakeholder-driven certification system for coffee and cocoa, recognised internationally for its credibility and impact. With our new name, Certification for Climate, Conservation and Communities, we reflect a holistic approach: connecting farmers in 19 origins to sustainable markets, supporting fair and safe working conditions, and protecting ecosystems and biodiversity. Since 2020, the 4C System has evolved into a robust, benchmarked standard, defining clear social, environmental, and economic criteria. Alongside certification, we provide innovative solutions to help companies comply with global regulations, and strengthen responsible supply chains in a changing world. Explore our System See our Impact Share your Feedback Get involved and participate in the development of sustainable global supply chains. We invite stakeholders to participate in the public consultation for the upcoming version of the 4C System. Your input helps ensure transparency, inclusiveness, and continuous improvement across global coffee and cocoa supply chains. 4C Code of Conduct and Audit Checklist v.5.0 4C Logo and Claims Guideline v.5.0 4C Certification Body Regulation v.5.0 As a system driven by collaboration, we want to make sure you feel fully equipped to contribute. To support this, we are launching a series of 6 targeted webinars designed to walk you through the key changes in the system revision. Upcoming Webinars Public Consultation is Open until 31 March Give us your Feedback Important note: 4C continuously collects feedback to improve the 4C System Documents, which is revised every 5 years. Regarding CBs regulations, please note that there is a transition period of 2 years  for the requirement of Accreditation scope. 4C Certification System Active Certificates Find a list of all currently valid, withdrawn and expired 4C certificates below. Explore Certification Bodies Find a list of all cooperating third-party auditors below. Explore Scopes of Certification The 4C System is designed to include everyone – from smallholder farmers to global coffee brands. Explore Who Benefits For Producer, Traders, Roasters and Brand Owners Global Leading The global leading certification system for coffee, 4C, is produced in 19 countries by more than 300.000 farmers. Innovative Innovative audit and risk assessment procedures, supported by digital tools and remote sensing technologies. Traceable The supply chain is fully traceable through digital commercial reporting, enabling transparency from producer to final buyer. Curbing Curbing coffee carbon footprint through measurement, reducing and in-/offsetting of emissions. Credible Credible support of sustainability farming. Independent third-party audits ensure compliance with strict criteria. Robust A robust and thorough system, strengthened by extensive capacity-building measures and the integrity program. Endorsing Supporting due diligence: a ready-to-use toolbox to assess and address supply chain risks and to meet growing regulatory requirements. Implementing Implementing sustainability projects to explore new solutions and address specific issues in practice. 4C Trainings Master the 4C System – Build Credibility in the Sustainable Coffee and Cocoa Sector 4C Trainings provide tools and knowledge to successfully navigate the certification process. Interactive online modules explain 4C requirements, audit procedures, sustainability standards, risk assessments and traceability practices. Whether you’re a producer, auditor, trader, or roaster, these trainings help you ensure compliance, improve practices, and build credibility in the sustainable coffee and cocoa sector. 4C Core Trainings 2026 4C Add-On Trainings 2026 . How to get 4C Certified Step-by-Step guide to the Certification Process Producer Group Organisation Verify the compliance of all Business Partners with the 4C System requirements and confirm the exclusion of any non-conformities with major checkpoints.  Identify your Business Partners (producers and service providers) to be included into your 4C Unit or facilities to be included into your Chain of Custody (CoC) group. Implement an internal management and traceability system. Evaluate and improve compliance. Apply and pass the audit  The 4C certification process begins with the submission of an audit application. A certification audit and annual update evaluation must be conducted by one of the independent Certification Body, accredited in accordance with ISO/IEC 17065, cooperating with 4C. Contact a Certification Body (CB). Undergo an on-site audit. Receive your certificate if all criteria are fulfilled. Keep Your Certificate Prepare for and undergo surveillance audits (formerly known as Annual Updates). Demonstrate continuous improvement. Report certified coffee volumes. Start your journey here . 4C Compliance Services We offer customised solutions, such as certification, add-ons, technology, and training, to help stakeholders adapt and lead in sustainability. The agricultural sector is facing rapidly evolving regulations, including the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) frameworks, which demand greater traceability and accountability in supply chains. Compliance is now essential not only for legal reasons, but also to safeguard market access and reputation. 4C Compliance Services Key Topics Focus Areas for Sustainable Action . 4C EUDR Solution Compliance Services We proactively adapted our system to be fully aligned with the EUDR requirements, building on its existing standard and due diligence framework and have introduced a One-Stop EUDR Solution for its system users. 4C EUDR Solution Regenerative Agriculture Environmental Services (text) Regenerative Agriculture Carbon Footprint Add-On Add-On Certifications 4C calculates greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the entire coffee supply chain, supports mitigation planning and monitors emission reductions. A dedicated Improvement Plan tracks the performance of 4C Units and farmers in reducing emissions. Verified carbon footprint results are used for the 4C Carbon Footprint Add-On certification. 4C Carbon Footprint Add-On For Intermediary Buyers Learn about 4C certification benefits in detail and start handling 4C coffee today. Intermediaries Buyers Registration For Final Buyers Interested in sourcing 4C certified coffee or cocoa and making a corresponding sustainability claim? Contact us Testimonials What do 4C System Users say? “WE PROMOTE ETHICAL CONSUMPTION BY MARKING THE 4C CERTIFICATION LOGO ON OUR PRODUCTS. In the autumn of 2020, for the first time in the Asian market, we at Ajinomoto AGF introduced the marking of the 4C certification logo into the packaging for some of our flagship stick coffee products. 4C program has established sustainable, trustworthy, and fair coffee supply chains by applying strict criteria to economic, social, and environmental conditions for the production and processing of coffee. We will continue to promote the realization of sustainability in the production and distribution of coffee beans through the procurement of the coffee beans cultivated on coffee farms conformable to the 4C certification system.” Hideki Takeuchi, Corporate Executive Deputy President, Ajinomoto AGF, Inc. (Japan) Roasters and Brand Owners “IT IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR NESTLÉ to be supplied with responsibly sourced coffee. This means knowing where the coffee came from and how it was grown, using independent and internationally recognised standards and methods to verify or certify it. 4C certification has been playing a major role in our Responsibly Sourced coffee journey, with its inclusive and farm-group-based sustainability approach enabling a scale that benefits a large number of farmers and suits well the size and breadth of our business. Over the past few years, there have been great improvements and developments of the 4C program, using new learnings and technologies to make it even more robust and relevant for the entire coffee sector. We continue to support the 4C program and its enhancement actions.” Marcelo Burity, Head of Green Coffee Development, Nestlé (UK) Roasters and Brand Owners “IN SDS, I have been working with 4C since 2012. What I saw so far is that the system is being continuously improved over time. One of the most essential developments was the 4C portal: It has been very helpful for the 4C System users as it has enabled both the certification bodies and members of the 4C Units to do an analysis of the Business Partner Map. Now, 4C is not an entry-level program anymore, it has become a strong and modern certification scheme, well accepted in the coffee sector.” Fauzi Kuswantoro, SDS Indonesia Certification Bodies “WE AT OUTSPAN IVOIRE S.A. BELIEVE THAT 4C positively contributes to several key aspects of coffee production, including quality of coffee, the management of farmer networks and cooperatives, introduction and active implementation of good agricultural practices as well as the promotion of a responsible attitude towards the protection of the environment. Over the years with 4C, we have been able to establish a coffee demonstration plot to enhance farmers’ knowledge, introduce a training school for farmers, and map coffee plantations for better monitoring and evaluation. Moreover, the premium received by 4C certified farms was used to purchase solar energy lamps and vehicles for ease transportation in remote areas, and to support children’s education by enabling access to schools. The 4C certification of the supply chain has increased customer confidence and, with more traceability, increased the quality of coffee sourced.” Anubhav Kanodia, Outspan Ivoire S.A. Producers and Cooperatives “BIODIVERSITY PROTECTION IS ESSENTIAL for agriculture and the future of coffee cultivation. 4C Code of Conduct includes effective biodiversity criteria, such as a requirement for an action plan to protect and restore high biodiversity areas, natural vegetation, fauna, soil and water sources, and sensitive areas. Coffee farmers need support to comply with these criteria and implement an action plan of good quality. With the support of environmental NGOs, 4C offers training on biodiversity which has proved to be in high demand. Furthermore, a Biodiversity Performance Tool Coffee is currently in development to support farmers in the elaboration of their action plans. With these activities, the 4C standard fosters acceptance and builds capacity – both are necessary to finally make progress towards the goal of halting the loss of biodiversity.” Marion Hammerl, President of Global Nature Fund and Managing Director of Lake Constance Foundation NGOs and Research Bodies Always up to date News and Events Join our movement for a sustainable coffee and cocoa future. Subscribed for exclusive updates, inspiring stories and the latest on our impact. Register now Newsletter Archive What is 4C? About 4C Cocoa Certification Recognitions and Memberships Project Portfolio Document Library Follow us! Key Topics Environmental Services Social Responsibility Services 4C EUDR Solution Carbon Footprint Add-On   Updates 4C Trainings News Events Contact Portal Work with us! 4C Services GmbH – Hohenzollernring 72 – 50672 Cologne, Germany – Disclaimer – Privacy Statementengben-GB1772437239https://4c-services.org

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