Greenguard Certification is a third-party certification program that verifies products and materials meet strict chemical emissions limits, which helps to improve indoor air quality and reduce chemical exposure. The certification is administered by UL Environment, a business unit of Underwriters Laboratories, a global safety certification company.

To obtain Greenguard Certification, products and materials must undergo rigorous testing and meet strict chemical emissions criteria for more than 360 different emissions standards. The program covers a wide range of product categories, including furniture, building materials, cleaning products, electronics, and more.

The benefits of Greenguard Certification include:

1. Improved Indoor Air Quality: The certification helps to ensure that products and materials do not emit harmful chemicals into the air, which can help to improve indoor air quality and protect the health of building occupants.

2. Sustainability: Greenguard Certification supports the use of environmentally sustainable products and materials.

3. Credibility: The Greenguard Certification mark is recognized by green building programs such as LEED, and can provide added credibility for products and materials that meet the certification criteria.

4. Marketability: Greenguard Certification can enhance a product’s marketability by appealing to consumers who are interested in environmentally sustainable and healthy products.

5. Reduced Liability: By using Greenguard Certified products and materials, building owners and operators can reduce their liability for health issues related to indoor air quality.