The Importance of Standards in Creating Healthier Indoor Environments
Every year on October 14th, the global community marks World Standards Day, a day dedicated to the collaborative efforts of thousands of experts who develop voluntary technical agreements that are published as international standards. These standards ensure products and services meet consistent quality, safety, and efficiency expectations. For consumers, standards offer a level of protection and trust—particularly when it comes to health and well-being.
At the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program, we understand how vital these standards are in fostering healthier indoor environments. Our mission is to certify products that help people with asthma and allergies make informed decisions about the items they bring into their homes, knowing they meet the strict scientific requirements necessary for healthier indoor air.
Why Standards Matter for Consumer Health
Whether it’s regulations around allergens, pollutants, or overall air quality, standards form the backbone of ensuring more informed consumer experiences. Without clearly defined guidelines, products marketed as “hypoallergenic” or “non-toxic” could be misleading. Our certification goes beyond marketing claims and dives deep into scientifically-backed testing, ensuring that CERTIFIED products contribute to a healthier indoor environment.
As part of the wider global push for standardization, our asthma & allergy friendly® Certification is built upon international testing standards while incorporating additional criteria that take into account real-world conditions. This ensures that when consumers see our certification mark, they know that the product has been independently verified to reduce exposure to asthma and allergy triggers.
Building Trust Through Standards and Certification
We are proud to work closely with industry leaders and manufacturers who prioritize safety, health, and consumer trust by pursuing our certification. World Standards Day reminds us that this collaboration across industries is crucial to creating a consistent framework for testing and validating product claims.
Our certification involves rigorous testing against established criteria for allergen management and indoor air quality, helping consumers navigate the complex marketplace with confidence. As new products and innovations continue to emerge, the importance of maintaining—and raising—standards will only grow.
Celebrating our Commitment to World Standards Day
As we celebrate World Standards Day, we reaffirm our commitment to upholding the highest standards in the products we certify. Consumers should feel empowered to choose products that genuinely make a difference in their lives, especially when managing chronic conditions like asthma and allergies.
The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program is proud to be a part of this global movement, ensuring that rigorous standards contribute to healthier homes. Together with manufacturers, regulatory bodies, and global standards organizations, we continue to work towards a future where healthier choices are easier to identify and more accessible to all.