Canadian Cosmetics Can Now Be Certified Organic

"TORONTO, Feb. 27 /CNW/ - Strict natural and organic certification standards for cosmetic products are now available in Canada for the protection and benefit of Canadian consumers and the environment.

"I believe this certification standard places Canada firmly at the forefront of the organic industry," says Brian Lane, president of Certech Registration Inc. the independent accredited certifying body which has developed North America's first system certification standard for organic and natural cosmetics. "With this standard we aim to bring clarity to natural and organic cosmetics producers and create trust among consumers."

Through its IOS Cosmetics Standard, Certech is the first North American organization to bring Canadian producers a tool that guarantees that the claims made by certified cosmetics are proven and supported by facts verified through a rigorous and unbiased process; this offers a strong guarantee to consumers."

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