The SEG Standard version 8.0
valid from 1 October 2026
Download available in five languages.
Note: Translations from English have been made using artificial intelligence. They may therefore not be 100% accurate. In the event of a discrepancy in interpretation, the English version shall be referred.
 | EN | The SEG Standard |
 | FR | La Norme SEG |
 | ES | La Norma SEG |
 | DE | Der SEG Standard |
 | NL | De SEG Standard |
For a summary of how version 8.0 has changed from the previous version, please see here.
To apply for SEG Certification, see here.
For other key documents related to the SEG Standard (note – English only):
Document description |
Document name and link |
The Rationale for and background to the SEG Standard |
103b SEG Standard Rationale |
An overview of the SEG Standard |
107 SEG Standard Overview EN |
SEG Assurance System – the procedures for audit and certification |
202 SEG Assurance System |
A simple guide to the SEG Standard |
120 Simple Guide to the SEG Standard |
What claims certified operators can make and how certified products must be labelled |
205 Claims & Labelling Guide |
The consultation process for the revision of the SEG Standard in 2026 |
https://www.sustainableeelgroup.org/seg-standard/revision-to-seg-standard-2026/andhttps://www.sustainableeelgroup.org/30-day-consultation-on-new-version-8-0-june-2026/ |