DQS auditors assess your product carbon footprints (PCF) against the applicable standard, such as ISO 14067 or the GHG Protocol Product Standard, combining life-cycle and industry expertise to turn product-level emissions data into credible evidence for customers, procurement teams, and environmental claims.
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For organizations that have already calculated a product carbon footprint, independent PCF verification is what turns an internal figure into a credible, defensible claim. Verified product-level data stands up to scrutiny from buyers, retailers, and regulators, and it differentiates low-carbon products in competitive tenders. As environmental claims face growing oversight, that credibility becomes a clear market advantage.
The value of verification extends beyond external proof of conformity. Many organizations use recurring audits and verification processes as a framework for continuous improvement, operational transparency, and stronger cross-functional alignment. In practice, companies often report effects such as:
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PCF verification is especially valuable for companies that want to stand out as suppliers and improve their chances of being selected in customer or procurement processes. It is also relevant for any organization whose products are judged on their carbon footprint. It is particularly valuable for:
A clear process means fewer questions and faster results. These are the stages of your PCF verification with DQS—transparent from start to finish.
Once your product carbon footprint study has been completed, it is ready for verification. During the initial step, you discuss the product, the system boundaries and functional unit, as well as the objectives of your PCF verification. You will then receive a tailored quote based on your individual requirements. Verification planning and strategic review
The process begins with verification planning and a strategic review of your footprint study: the agreed level of assurance, the system boundaries, the functional unit, the life-cycle inventory data, and the allocation and calculation methods applied. This establishes a clear, risk-based plan for the verification.
Your auditor evaluates the footprint study on-site or through suitable remote techniques, examining life-cycle data, emission factors, calculations, and supporting evidence against the requirements of ISO 14067 or other applicable PCF standards. At the closing meeting you receive a clear presentation of the findings, including any areas where data quality or documentation can be strengthened.
After the verification, the results are evaluated by the independent verification body of DQS. You will receive a verification report and, where the requirements are met, a verification opinion confirming that your product carbon footprint conforms to the applicable standard at the agreed level of assurance.
Because a verification opinion relates to a specific product and its underlying data, organizations arrange re-verification when the product, its supply chain, or the data behind the footprint changes materially, supporting the ongoing credibility of their product claims.
Product-level verification pairs naturally with organizational greenhouse gas accounting (under ISO 14064 or GHG Protocol) and with ISO 14001 environmental and ISO 50001 energy management. Coordinating these activities reduces duplication and gives you one connected view of your climate performance.
The timeline depends on the complexity of the products, the breadth of its supply chain, and the quality of your life-cycle data. For a well-prepared footprint study, planning and verification are typically completed within a few weeks, followed by the verification decision. Learn more on the ISO 14067 Knowledge Center page.
A verification opinion relates to a specific product and the data behind its footprint rather than to a fixed multi-year term. When the product, its supply chain, or the underlying data change materially, re-verification keeps the claim current. Learn more on the ISO 14067 Knowledge Center page.
Costs depend on factors such as product complexity, the number of life-cycle stages in scope, and the assurance level required, so pricing is determined individually. A tailored quote based on your scope is the most reliable way to understand your investment. Request a quote to receive precise pricing for your organization.
Because your footprint study is already complete, the main effort lies in organizing your life-cycle data, methodology documentation, and supporting evidence so they can be traced and verified. The verification itself is planned to minimize disruption to your team. Learn more on the ISO 14067 Knowledge Center page.
