For all businesses, it is necessary to anchor their activities in a sustainable economy that respects the environment. This is not only essential for protecting the planet, but it is also a decisive selling point for customers. Indeed, responsible purchasing is now an essential criteria for businesses.
But how can you ensure your packaging aligns with this approach? Let’s take a look at the PEFC and FSC certified products available at Cav’Service.

What are the differences between the two PEFC and FSC labels?

The FSC and PEFC labels were created to address the urgent need to conserve the planet’s natural resources, particularly regarding international forest management. Although these two labels are very similar, there are notable differences that are good to know.

The differences between the labels

The FSC certification for Forest Stewardship Council is an international non-profit NGO created in 1993. This ecolabel guarantees wood or paper sourced from forests managed sustainably worldwide. It is the only label supported by WWF. In addition to its environmental commitments, the FSC label also promotes fair working conditions and supports the economic development of local communities.

The PEFC label, meaning Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification, also concerns the sustainable management of forest operations. This label was created in 1999 to meet the expectations of European professionals who considered the FSC label unsuited to the smaller forests of Europe.

Obtaining and renewing the labels

Obtaining FSC and PEFC certification is not an easy process, as both labels have strict requirements. Despite their differences, the labels share common criteria.

• Preserve biodiversity
• Protect forests
• Participate in the local economy
• Reduce carbon footprint

An independent body monitors each forest protection system. Today, about 10% of the world’s forests are certified PEFC or FSC.

Why are PEFC and FSC certified products important for your business?

More than just packaging, your certified packaging reflects your ecological commitment. Forest protection is a major issue in our country and internationally. In France, more and more consumers are sensitive to this approach.

Sustainable packaging production

With traceability from the forest to your business, via Cav’Service suppliers’ factories, you are assured of a quality product that respects the environment. Each product is checked from A to Z to provide businesses with complete tracking of the wood and certification requirements.

They form part of a sustainable approach to preserving resources and biodiversity. There is also FSC Recycled certification, which guarantees products made from recycled wood.

An enhanced brand image

By clearly displaying your ecological commitments, you strengthen your clients’ trust. You show that you are taking concrete action. That’s how you enhance your brand.

Your image is also elevated compared to your competitors. You set yourself apart to attract a committed clientele. Thanks to these labels, you will prove your concrete commitment while complying with regulatory standards in France.

The importance of PEFC and FSC labels at Cav’Service

At Cav’Service, we have long understood that our packaging must reflect our intentions and discourses on ecology. This commitment, we wanted it for ourselves and we wanted it for you too.

Cav’Service’s commitment

As a designer and distributor of packaging in France aware of the impact of our economic activity, the choice of FSC and PEFC certified paper and wood was an obvious one. Having certified packaging as part of a sustainable approach was important for our company, and also for all the businesses who trust us. We wanted to be able to offer sustainable solutions to our clients.

In addition to our commitment via the PEFC and FSC labels, we have also chosen to select factories in France and Europe in order to minimise our carbon footprint as much as possible and to do our part for an environmentally responsible economy, while benefiting from Europe’s unparalleled expertise.

Our ranges of sustainable and certified products

A wide range of packaging, especially kraft paper, at Cav’Service is certified PEFC or FSC.

• The Elusa range: the luxury and sustainable paper bag
• The Espérance range: The exclusive bottle bags from Cav’Service.
• Ranges of gift boxes, briefcases, and printed cases: From the Manhattan collection to Sofia or Petra, including Los Angeles and Montréal.
• Briefcase gift box ranges in raw kraft cardboard : Atlanta collections,
• Barcelone shipping boxes: because delivery should also be done well
• Wooden cases for wine bottles: For example, Tradition pinewood wine case.