The MSPO was developed at the request of the Malaysian oil palm industry which is in need of a fair sustainability certification scheme to enhance market access.

It provides general principles for the implementation, establishment and improvement of the operational practices of sustainability to ensure sustainable production of palm oil.

7 Principles of the MSPO Standards

  1. Management Commitment and Responsibility
  2. Transparency
  3. Compliance to Legal Requirements
  4. Environment and Natural Resources
  5. Biodiversity and Ecosystem
  6. Best practices
  7. Development of new planting

Key Benefits

Complies to Legal Requirements
High Degree of Environmental Protection
Implementing Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)
Secure Market Share in Legally Regulated Area​