Certifications
Certifications
SmartLabel® includes certifications from independent organizations that have meaningful and consistent standards for product composition, environmental protection and/or social justice.
100% Whole Grain Council
The 100% Whole Grain Stamp signifies that all its grain ingredients within a product are whole grains. There is a minimum requirement of 16g (16 grams) - a full serving - of whole grain per labeled serving, for products using the 100% Stamp. The number within the stamp signifies how many grams of whole grain ingredients are in a serving of the product.
Certified Organic Quality Assurance Intl
The Quality Assurance International (QAI) certification signifies that the product meets organic standards. To be organic, the use of most synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, radiation, artificial preservatives, flavors and dyes, antibiotics and growth hormones is prohibited. Additionally, the product may not contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs). QAI is a member of the NSF International family of companies.
Orthodox Union
The Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America (the “Orthodox Union”) is the sole and exclusive owner of the OU Kosher Logo certification mark, a federally and internationally registered trademark for kosher certification. The appearance of "PARVE" next to the OU mark means that the product does not contain any meat or dairy ingredients.
USDA Organic
The USDA Organic certification signifies that the product meets organic standards. To be organic, the use of most synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, radiation, artificial preservatives, flavors and dyes, antibiotics and growth hormones is prohibited. Additionally, the product may not contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs).