ABOUT US
Our Commitment to Sustainable Palm Oil
The Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Certification Scheme is Malaysia’s national sustainability standard covering the entire palm oil supply chain including smallholders, estates, dealers, mills and refiners. MSPO ensures traceability from plantation to final product, guarantees deforestation free production and embeds environmental protection, fair labour practices and circular economy principles. Built on inclusivity, it enables every player, especially smallholders, to participate in and benefit from sustainable palm oil trade. 

Building on this foundation, the MSPO Impact Alliance was launched in September 2025 to bring together growers, processors, FMCG companies, financial institutions, international organisations and civil society to strengthen sustainability practices and drive continuous improvement. MSPO is also recognised internationally, being listed on the Standards Map of the International Trade Centre (ITC), a joint agency of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the United Nations (UN).
ABOUT US
What We Do
Our work covers all aspects of certification and industry support:
Development of Certification Standards 
Guidelines for Auditing
Peer Reviewing of Audit Reports
Accreditation Requirements & Recognition of Certification Bodies
Capacity Building to Support Stakholders’s Compliance with MSPO Standards
Development of Guidance Documents 
Our Vision
Empowering Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil for a Greener Future
Our Mission
To ensure Malaysian palm oil is environmentally sustainable, economically viable, and socially equitable through certification.
To ensure that MSPO Certification becomes widely recognised and trusted by all stakeholders, establishing credibility and integrity in the palm oil sector.
To support the industry's compliance with sustainability measures, fostering transparency, and driving continuous improvement.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Our Core Values
Mission Driven
Our actions are guided by our commitment to sustalnaole agriculture and positive global impact.
Mission Driven
Our actions are guided by our commitment to sustalnaole agriculture and positive global impact.
Mission Driven
Our actions are guided by our commitment to sustalnaole agriculture and positive global impact.
Mission Driven
Our actions are guided by our commitment to sustalnaole agriculture and positive global impact.
Mission & Vision
Nurturing Sustainable Palm Oil for Our Future
MSPO's primary mandate is to define, uphold, and verify sustainable practices across the entire Malaysian palm oil supply chain – from cultivation in the field to the processing of palm oil at the mill. It reflects Malaysia's unwavering commitment to balancing economic development with robust environmental protection and social equity. As the authoritative national standard, MSPO provides a credible and robust mechanism for verifying sustainability claims.
Our Mission
To ensure Malaysian palm oil is environmentally sustainable, economically viable, and socially equitable through certification.
To ensure that MSPO Certification becomes widely recognised and trusted by all stakeholders, establishing credibility and integrity in the palm oil sector.
To support the industry's compliance with sustainability measures, fostering transparency, and driving continuous improvement.
Our Vision
Empowering Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil for a Greener Future
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
MSPO Core Values
Mission Driven
Our actions are guided by our commitment to sustalnaole agriculture and positive global impact.
Sustainability Focused
Our actions are guided by our commitment to sustalnaole agriculture and positive global impact.
Professionalism
Our actions are guided by our commitment to sustalnaole agriculture and positive global impact.
Ownership
Our actions are guided by our commitment to sustalnaole agriculture and positive global impact.
Awards & Recognition
Globally Acknowledged & Trusted
Our commitment to sustainable palm oil practices has earned us recognition from leading international authorities and industry bodies. MSPO certification is more than a standard—it’s a testament to our dedication to environmental stewardship, ethical sourcing, and responsible business practices.
European Union
EU-Malaysia Joint Statement

MSPO is acknowledged by the European Union as a credible and inclusive sustainability standard, backed by high-standard digital traceability to support EUDR compliance.

European Union
European Forest Institute (EFI)
Technical Benchmarking Report

MSPO’s alignment with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has been independently assessed by the European Forest Institute (EFI), confirming its credibility in meeting international sustainability and due diligence requirements.

European Forest Institute (EFI)
ITC Standards Map
MSPO Official Listing

MSPO is now officially listed on the ITC Standards Map, the UN/WTO global database of sustainability standards, reinforcing Malaysia’s commitment to sustainability, traceability, and responsible palm oil trade while enhancing international visibility and buyer confidence.

ITC Standards Map
United Kingdom Trade & Agriculture Commission (UK TAC)
MSPO as a Deforestation-Free Standard

The UK TAC recognised the MSPO 2022 Standard as a mandatory, deforestation-free certification framework under Malaysia’s national system, ensuring low-risk and sustainable palm oil trade with the United Kingdom.

United Kingdom Trade & Agriculture Commission (UK TAC)
Reuters
MSPO as a Global Sustainability Communicator

MSPO was named among the Top 10 finalists worldwide in the Sustainability Communications Awards by Reuters, recognising the e-MSPO initiative for transforming sustainability communication through verified data.

Reuters
European Free Trade Association (EFTA)
MSPO as a Trade Enabler

MSPO certification is a prerequisite for Malaysian palm oil exporters to qualify for reduced tariffs under the Malaysia–EFTA Economic Partnership Agreement (MEEPA), enabling smoother access to markets such as Switzerland, Norway, and other EFTA countries.

European Free Trade Association (EFTA)
Global Alliance for Sustainable Supply Chain (ASSC)
MoU Signing

MSPO signed an MoU with the Global Alliance for Sustainable Supply Chain (ASSC) to strengthen Japan cooperation, expanding access to ESG-conscious buyers seeking certified, community-backed supply.

Global Alliance for Sustainable Supply Chain (ASSC)
Expo 2025 Osaka
Sustainable Sourcing

MSPO is officially accepted as a certified palm oil scheme under Expo 2025 Osaka’s sustainable sourcing guidelines, reinforcing its role as a trusted platform for responsible sourcing in high-standard global events.

Expo 2025 Osaka
International Accreditation Forum (IAF)
Independent Verification

The certification status of MSPO-certified entities can be verified through the IAF CertSearch platform, ensuring global credibility, consistency, and trust.

International Accreditation Forum (IAF)