RHS – Responsible Hemp Standard
The Responsible Hemp Standard (RHS) is a pioneering voluntary certification that establishes transparency and sustainability in the global hemp agriculture supply chain. It is designed for hemp farms, processors, and manufacturers. Control Union is a global certification body for the RHS programme, assessing businesses against the standard’s requirements for quality and responsible practices.
What is RHS?
As a first-of-its-kind initiative developed by the industry, RHS certifies the mass balance and origins of industrial hemp. The standard ensures that all raw materials sourcing adheres to Good Agricultural and Manufacturing Practices (GAP/GMP). It provides a framework for demonstrating compliance with international standards for sustainable farming and ethical sourcing. Partnering with Control Union for RHS certification provides access to a global network, enhancing market opportunities and building consumer trust through transparent, quality-assured production.
Why choose Control Union as your certification partner?
Bringing trust and values to the supply chain
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Global and local customer-focused employees with broad knowledge and years of (practical) experience. We guide you through the changing world of certifications.
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We conduct audits and certifications with a human touch. We enjoy contributing ideas on how to take your company to the next level and communicate clearly about the certification process.
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Control Union understands the importance of acting quickly, which is why our auditors will visit you for the audit as soon as possible after your request, always in consultation with you, of course.
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Chain of Custody (COC)
Benefits of being RHS certified
Enhanced market access
Open doors to new global markets and connect with major clients seeking certified hemp products.
Supply chain integrity and assurance
Demonstrate adherence to GAP and GMP from seed to retail, providing supply assurance.
Boosted consumer confidence
Build trust through transparent, responsible sourcing and credible claims about sustainable sourcing.
Demonstrated sustainability leadership
Position the business as a leader in responsible practices and a strong ESG supply chain partner.
Mitigated business risk
Reduce reputational, legal, and operational risks through effective risk mitigation supply chain strategies.
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Global coverage, local knowledge
Control Union provides peace of mind in supply chains worldwide. Thanks to our up-to-date knowledge and experience, we cover all aspects of the supply and value chain in various industries. We think along, communicate clearly and offer concrete solutions. As a ‘one-stop shop’ for international and local certificates, we make certification more efficient. Want to know more about our independent, accredited audits and certifications? Whether you are certifying for the first time or have been around for years, we help!
Years of experience
Offices and labs worldwide in 80 countries
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ROC™ – Regenerative Organic Certified
The Regenerative Organic Certified® standard is essential for organisations aiming to market products with the ROC label. The pathway to compliance is tailored to a business’s specific role, offering options for certification for growers and processors, as well as licensing for brands and private-label retailers. This framework ensures that any business handling regenerative organic products can demonstrate compliance with customer and partner requirements for transparency and sustainability. Control Union offers expert guidance to navigate the appropriate certification or licensing process.
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GOTS – Global Organic Textile Standard
Introduced in 2006, GOTS is the definitive global standard for textiles made from at least 70% certified organic natural fibres. It covers the entire production chain—processing, manufacturing, packaging, labelling, trading, and distribution—with stringent environmental and social criteria. You gain a trusted partner with global reach and extensive expertise by choosing Control Union for your GOTS certification. Our third-party verification motivates your quality claims independently, helps manage traceability and contamination risks, and positions you as a front-runner for possible investors, rating agencies, and stakeholders. With our network in more than 80 countries, we deliver efficient, cost-effective certification while maintaining rigorous professional standards.
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OCS 100 – Organic Content Standard
The Organic Content Standard (OCS) 100 is a global standard for non-food products, such as organic apparel, containing 95-100% organic material. It provides a robust chain of custody system from source to final product, enabling credible claims. Control Union is the leading certification body for OCS, offering independent assessment to businesses across the supply chain, ensuring the integrity of their organic content claims.
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Does your organisation have specific certification or audit requirements that are not covered by the certification programmes? For example developing a new standard? Control Union also provides independent customised services.
