What Is Third-Party Certification?
This review typically includes comprehensive formulation/material reviews, testing and facility inspections. Most certified products bear the certifier’s mark on their packaging to help consumers and other buyers make educated purchasing decisions. Ours is the NSF mark.
NSF Certification
Recognized by regulatory agencies at the local, state, federal and international levels, NSF certification demonstrates that a product or service complies with all standard requirements. NSF conducts periodic facility audits and product testing to verify that the product continues to comply with the standard.
NSF tests and certifies a wide variety of products including food, drinking water treatment products and water filters, commercial foodservice equipment, bottled water and nutritional supplements.
Why Do Companies Seek NSF Certification?
Our 75 years of experience providing independent, third-party testing and certification helps organizations:
- Demonstrate compliance with national or international standards and regulations
- Demonstrate independent validation and verification of their commitment to safety and quality
- Increase credibility and acceptance with retailers, consumers and regulators
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What’s New with NSF

NSF Launches Independent Certification Standard for Compact Products
August 25, 2026New third-party certification verifies products cutting materials and shipping impacts while maintaining safety and performance.
CELSIUS® Products Earn NSF Certified for Sport® Certification
August 20, 2026CELSIUS® has earned NSF Certified for Sport® certification for select products, including the CELSIUS VIBES line, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to quality, transparency and consumer trust.
Thomas Vyles Honored With 2026 Walter F. Snyder Environmental Health Award
August 19, 2026The award honors Walter F. Snyder, co-founder and first executive director of NSF, and pioneers whose work advances environmental and public health.
NSF Hosts First External Review Panel for ‘NSF/KWTC 555’ with Key Asian Water Authorities
August 3, 2026Joint standard development gains momentum to enhance confidence in Asia’s water industry and advance drinking water safety.