GREENGUARD Gold

Global · Est. 2001 · UL (Underwriters Laboratories)

GREENGUARD Gold Certification ensures that products have met some of the world's most rigorous chemical emissions standards, helping reduce indoor air pollution and the risk of chemical exposure. It includes stricter health-based criteria for sensitive populations like children and the elderly.

What This Certification Means

  • Low chemical emissions verified by third-party testing
  • Meets standards for use in schools and healthcare facilities
  • Safe for children and sensitive individuals
  • Ongoing compliance monitoring and annual retesting

How to Identify

Look for the UL GREENGUARD Gold certification mark on product labels or documentation.

Chemical Restrictions

ChemicalStatus
PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)Not specifically restricted (emissions testing only)
PhthalatesLimited by emission thresholds
Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde ReleasersStrict emission limits (<7.3 ppb)
VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)Total VOC <220 µg/m³
AldehydesIndividual limits for each compound

High Trust

Governing Body

UL (Underwriters Laboratories)

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