The MSC and ASC standard is a seaweed-specific assessment the support widespread adoption of good practices in sustainable seaweed production and provides a benchmark for improvement.

The MSC Fisheries Standard is a comprehensive assessment used to determine the degree of management and sustainability of a fishery and provide a roadmap to improve on specific metrics.

The MSC Chain of Custody Standard ensures that products from MSC certified sustainable fisheries are traceable and separated from non-certified products.