The Public Health and Safety Organization

NSF International protects and improves global human health. Manufacturers, regulators and consumers look to us to facilitate the development of public health standards and provide certifications that help protect food, water, consumer products and the environment.

Operating Your Business During COVID-19

Checked by NSF™ provides businesses with practical and independent verification of COVID-19 preventative measures, providing employees and customers reassurance that the highest level of procedures are implemented.

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What We Do

Testing, Inspection and Certification

We provide certification, testing and auditing to public health standards in all key industries and sectors worldwide.

Consulting

Separate from certification, our experts provide world-class strategic and technical consulting services tailored to you.

Training and Education

Our online, on-site and on-demand training keeps companies ahead of the latest regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Standards Development

For over 75 years, NSF International has led the development of more than 100 American National Standards for public health, environment and sustainability assessment.

What Does the NSF Mark Mean?

The NSF mark is your assurance that a product has been tested by a trusted independent certification organization. It is valued by consumers, manufacturers, retailers and regulatory agencies worldwide.

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News and Events

Plumbing Standard Revisions Tighten Lead Leaching Criteria in Drinking Water

September 22, 2020

Joint committee governing NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 lowers maximum allowable limits of leached lead from plumbing endpoint devices

NSF International Public Health Tip: Choosing a Mask

September 21, 2020

Public health organization NSF International recommends using the “Three Fs” – Fit, Fiber and Flow – when deciding on a mask to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases.

NSF's Colette LaForce Appointed to Ulteig Board of Directors

September 3, 2020

NSF International's Chief Marketing Officer shares her expertise with Fargo, North Dakota-based engineering firm's board.

NSF Remembers Nina McClelland, Ph.D.

August 24, 2020

The public health community lost an outspoken advocate last week, when our dear friend and retired leader Nina McClelland, Ph.D. died at her home near Toledo, Ohio. We continue to share our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies with her family.

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