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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Renewal Audit

An audit conducted at the end of a Certification Cycle before the linked certificate expires. The aim is to verify compliance with the requirements applicable at the time, and to determine whether certification can be renewed.

Find out more about the certification process.