Glossary
If you feel that the world of Fair Trade has its very own language – don’t fret! We’ll keep you in the know!
With this glossary we’ll guide you through the common technical terms used by FLOCERT, Fairtrade International and the World Fair Trade Organisation (WFTO).
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Verification
Verification is an attestation that specified requirements related to a product, process, system, program, or entity are fulfilled at a specific point in time (e.g., no pesticide residue in a product; claim on certain payments is correct). It can take the form of first-party (self-assessment), second-party (conducted by a supply chain partner or external advisor), or third-party (conducted by an independent certification body) verification. All three types contribute to responsible sourcing, with increasing levels of objectivity.