Safer Chemistry

Make informed chemical and material selection decisions by evaluating specific or full chemical inventories with NSF chemical assessment services.

Our Services

Use of NSF consulting services or attending NSF training sessions does not provide an advantage, nor is it linked in any way to the granting of certification.

EPA Safer Choice
Achieve transparency and credibility for your cleaning product's chemical ingredient safety and cleaning performance.
CleanGredients Data Verification
Get your cleaning product chemical ingredients listed as pre-approved to meet the EPA’s Safer Choice standard from NSF.
RC14001® and RCMS® Certifications
Show your organization’s commitment to the environment, health, safety and security with certification to Responsible Care® 14001 or Responsible Care Management System®.
Sustainability Scan
Are your company’s sustainability practices enough to stand out, meet buyer demands, and satisfy existing and impending regulatory requirements? Not sure? NSF’s Sustainability Scan can help.

Quality and Compliance Software

If you’re looking for a solution to confidently manage complex and critical data - including supplier compliance, regulatory requirements, and environmental reporting - take a look at NSF’s TraQtion cloud-based software.

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Resources

NSF Food for Thought Podcast: Chemicals of Concern
Podcast
This series examines chemicals of concern in the food supply chain, including PFAS, and their impact on food safety, materials, and sustainability. Expert insights highlight risks, regulatory attention, and practical steps toward safer material choices.
NSF Food for Thought Podcast: Sustainability and Grocery
Podcast
This series explores how grocery and food retailers are addressing sustainability challenges, from eco-fatigue and cost pressures to regulatory change and food safety considerations. Episodes focus on practical approaches to balancing environmental goals with operational and business needs.
Choose Health Product Declarations® for your products used in the built environment
Article
Health Product Declaration® for products used in the built environment. Support the growing demand for ingredient transparency with trusted, third-party verification.