To ensure compliance, it is necessary to check if the supplier has provided a reference number for Due Diligence Statements for the materials they supply, where applicable. Up-to-date material accounting records for materials and products within the scope of the FSC Regulatory Module should be maintained, including:

Inputs: Due Diligence Statement reference number(s) and the Regulatory claim

Outputs: Due Diligence Statement reference number(s) and the Regulatory claim

Note 1: For small suppliers (SMEs) exempt from providing due diligence statements, seek for reference numbers from their suppliers.

Note 2: FSC claims might be accompanied by a Regulatory Claim, except for claims of "FSC Recycled."

Note 3: Verify the supplier has provided a reference number for Due Diligence statements for the supplied material.