FSC certified paper
The paper used in the Chainpot is sourced under FSC certification (responsibly managed forests).
Compliance
Organic use & certifications
What the Chainpot is made of, how it fits organic systems, and an honest note on how the paper behaves in the soil.
Materials & listings
Certifications
WSDA listed
Listed by the Washington State Department of Agriculture as an input material allowed in organic production.
USDA-compliant
In the US, paper pots meeting USDA organic standards are permitted. Always confirm with your own certifier.
Exact registration numbers and validity are confirmed on request — contact us for current certification documents.
Honest note on breakdown
The Chainpot paper is engineered to hold together through raising and a clean, root-protecting transplant. As a result it does not break down quickly once in the ground.
For short-cycle crops, we recommend retrieving the paper after harvest rather than relying on it to disappear within one season.
Storage
Store Chainpots indoors, away from heat and humidity. Damp or hot storage can weaken the paper before you ever sow into it.
Questions
Organic FAQ
Can I use the Chainpot in certified-organic production?
In many regions, yes — but organic rules differ by country and certifier. In the US, paper pots that meet USDA organic standards are permitted. Always confirm with your local certifying body before use.
Does the paper break down in the soil?
The paper is built to stay strong through raising and transplanting, so it does not break down quickly. For short-cycle root, vegetable and herb crops it can remain in the soil, so retrieving the paper after harvest is recommended.
How should I store the Chainpot?
Keep it indoors, away from heat and humidity. Avoid leaving Chainpots outdoors or in hot, damp conditions, which can weaken the paper before use.
Get in touch
Need certification documents?
Tell us your country and certifier — we'll send the current paperwork.