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Mass Balance

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Organizational Updates

Cocoa: Origin Matching Mass Balance Timelines

Farmer poverty is an enduring issue in the cocoa sector. Our 2020 Sustainable Agriculture Standard addresses this critical issue from many angles, including the introduction of Origin Matching Mass Balance in cocoa.

Published on November 22, 2022

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What is Mass Balance?

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An Overview of Our Mass Balance Approach – Webinar Slides

Including an introduction to the concept of mass balance, explanation of the origin matching rules, and how to make credible claims on products and materials. With links to useful (communication)... View more

Published on July 13, 2020
Available in: English

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Cocoa: Origin Matching Mass Balance Timelines

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An Overview of Our Mass Balance Approach – Webinar Slides