Join the 4C System
For Buyers
Become a 4C Final Buyer
Final Buyers can be roasters, manufacturers, and importers of green coffee or cocoa, and play a crucial role in building transparent and sustainable supply chains.
By joining the 4C System, you ensure your sourcing practices are credible, future-proof, and aligned with global sustainability expectations.
Why Become a Final Buyer?
Independent 3rd-Party Certification
Give your sustainability claims credibility with a certification system recognised globally and trusted across the sector.
- EUDR Solution – traceability and risk assessment tools.
- Carbon Footprint Add-On – support in measuring and reducing Scope 3 emissions.
Market Advantage
Meet growing consumer and client demand for responsibly sourced products and gain access to premium markets.
Compliance and Risk Management
Stay ahead of tightening regulations (e.g. EU Deforestation Regulation, Human Rights Due Diligence, LkSG) with tailored 4C solutions such as:
Traceability and Transparency
The 4C Portal ensures end-to-end traceability, from producer groups to your supply chain, backed by comprehensive data collection.
Partnership and Innovation
Benefit from continuous system improvements, project collaborations, and add-ons that help achieve your sustainability goals.
- Independent 3rd-Party Certification: Give your sustainability claims credibility with a certification system recognised globally and trusted across the sector.
- Market Advantage: Meet growing consumer and client demand for responsibly sourced products and gain access to premium markets.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Stay ahead of tightening regulations (e.g. EU Deforestation Regulation, Human Rights Due Diligence) with tailored 4C solutions such as:
- Traceability and Transparency: The 4C Portal ensures end-to-end traceability, from producer groups to your supply chain, backed by comprehensive data collection.
- Partnership and Innovation: Benefit from continuous system improvements, project collaborations, and add-ons that help achieve your sustainability goals.
4 Steps to Becoming a 4C Final Buyer
Your Role as a Final Buyer
Record your purchases of 4C certified products in the 4C Portal.
Use 4C sustainability claims responsibly in communication and marketing.
Leverage optional solutions like the Chain of Custody certification or targeted 4C Add-Ons to expand your impact.
Ready to join?
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