Note: If you have a tracer, do not forget to add the URL with a line inviting your consumers to
www.utz.org
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6. Specific Requirements for Labeling Cocoa
Products
6.1
For cocoa, the traceability model determines the type of labeling claim allowed. There are
three options:
Content claim
Purchasing claim
Commitment claim
Content claims for cocoa
6.2
A content claim states that the cocoa in the product is UTZ certified and is physically
processed into the final product. A content claim can be made if the manufacturer makes use
of the traceability model of Segregation or Identity Preserved (IP). The content claim applies
to fully certified products (90%
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or more certified cocoa content).
With this option, it is
possible
to set up a tracer
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.
When to use which labeling logo
6.3
Members who are eligible to use the ‘full’ UTZ labeling logo (with or without pay-off) may
choose to use the UTZ labeling ‘Cocoa’ logo. This is not possible the other way around.
Where to place the logo
6.4
The logo can be placed on the front, back or side of the packaging.
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A limited amount of mixing (representing no more than 10% of the volume of the UTZ product) may occur.
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Retailers and brands selling UTZ certified products can share the story behind their products by launching an
online tracer. Consumers can use the tracer to trace the product back to its origin. Tracers are only available
for products where the Identity Preserved traceability model is used for.
