Public disclosure of ‘No FSC Sales’ (ADV-STD-20-011_15_V1-0)

Published on 1 October 2025, this Advice Note introduces the public disclosure of ‘No FSC Sales’ declaration periods in FSC Search, based on information verified by Certification Bodies during audit processes.

This measure aims to enhance transparency within the FSC system by making historical sales declarations visible to stakeholders. It also supports certificate holders in strengthening their due diligence processes when selecting suppliers, particularly by helping identify potential inconsistencies between declared ‘No FSC Sales’ periods and transaction documentation.

It is important to note that a ‘No FSC Sales’ declaration reflects past verified activity and does not necessarily indicate a company’s current sales status, nor does it imply any wrongdoing.

This Advice Note contributes to improved data transparency and consistency across the FSC system, while supporting more robust supply chain integrity checks.