FDA is the Food and Drug Administration that was formed in 1906. It is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices; and by ensuring the safety of our food supply, cosmetics, and products.

FSC is the Forest Stewardship Council established in 1993. It is an international non-profit, multi-stakeholder organization that promotes responsible management of the world's forests. It is an example of a market-based certification program used as a transnational environmental policy.

PEFC is the Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification that was founded in 1999. It is an international, non-profit, non-governmental organization that promotes sustainable forest management through independent third party certification. It is considered the certification system of choice for small forest owners.

ISO 9001 deals with the requirements that organizations wishing to meet the standard must fulfill. The ISO 9001 requirements can be tailored to meet specific contractual situations, depending on the complexity of the product, business type, and risk to the procurer.

ISO 14001 can provide assurance to company management and employees as well as external stakeholders that environmental impact is being measured and improved. ISO 14001 can also be integrated with other management functions and assists companies in meeting their environmental and economic goals.