UPCYCLED CERTIFIED
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Upcycled Certified® Standard Version 3.0 Is Here
We are proud to announce the release of Upcycled Certified® Standard Version 3.0 - a major update to the world’s first third-party certification program for upcycled food and ingredients.
Version 3.0 reflects the growing influence of upcycling in the global food system and delivers a stronger, clearer framework for tackling food waste with integrity and scale.
Built in collaboration with industry leaders and informed by real-world use, this update brings:
- Sharper, simplified language to support consistent application across supply chains
- Strengthened, auditable criteria suited for diverse operations and geographies
- Expanded eligibility for international applicants
- Enhanced impact tracking through new requirements for secondary waste and net tonnage
Version 3.0 supports businesses that want to move beyond intention and take measurable, verified steps toward circularity.
Let's make less waste and create more impact!
See the Impact
Wondering what upcycling can really do? Our latest Upcycled Certified® Impact Report showcases the momentum behind the movement - from pounds of food waste diverted to the rapid growth of certified products across the globe.
It’s more than a report. It’s proof that verified action can drive measurable change.
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Upcycled Certified®
Operators that grow, produce, manufacture, process, and trade in food, beverages and other food-related products are eligible to apply for Upcycled Certified®. These operators must demonstrate that ingredients they handle have been procured and produced using verifiable supply chains.
Find Upcycled Certified® Products.
Download the Upcycled Certified® Standard.
Download the Upcycled Licensing Fee Structure.
View the Frequently Asked Questions.
Get started by filling out the Upcycled Certified® Questionnaire!
Why Should You Become Upcycled Certified®?
62%
of consumers are willing to pay more for a product that fights food waste. (Innova Market Insights)
70%
of consumers had increased intent to buy Upcycled Certified® foods when the mark was on packaging. (Hartman Group)
95%
of consumers see food waste as an issue. (UFF)
Bundling Opportunities
The certification process is often thought of as time consuming and laborious. How will you manage more certifications when you're already focusing on so many others? If it’s your first time, certification is honestly a daunting task.
WFCF has focused priorities and certification efforts to serve consumer package good companies, retailers, suppliers and farmers to ensure we can offer all of the highly recognized certifications while reducing your costs, creating brand awareness and saving you time by streamlining and bundling your many certifications.
WFCF has five different divisions under the WFCF umbrella and are each led by the industry’s experts in their given field. When you choose to work with WFCF, you can rest assured you're working with the best of the best!
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