We are pleased to announce that Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) have been developed as a guidance in the implementation of RSPO Rules for Oleochemicals and its Derivatives of the RSPO Supply Chain Certification Standard (SCCS). These questions were received from RSPO members and Certification Bodies (CBs) regarding the applications of Mass Balance rules in their specific situations. The Q&As from the previous version of the RSPO Rules for Oleochemicals and its Derivatives (1 December 2016) have been incorporated in this document. The FAQs may be subject to review when such need arises.

There are 18 FAQs which have been structured according to the following order:

  1. Calculation rules for oleochemicals and its derivatives
  2. Scope and application of the 1:1 rule for oleochemicals and its derivatives
  3. Claims for oleochemicals and its derivatives

This document is available for download via the link below. For any further information/clarification, kindly contact [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Annex 6 of the RSPO Supply Chain Certification Standard 2020

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