Seed to Seal – Standards
Pioneering Standards
Setting industry standards from the start
We believe in doing business better. Our internal standards and policies govern all that we do, from the tests we run on our products to the way we source our ingredients. Through our Global Compliance Program and Lacey Act Compliance Program, we’re strict about how we do business, so you can have peace of mind with every drop.
Global Compliance Program
As part of our commitment to running our business in a compliant manner—from sourcing and producing our essential oils to marketing and selling our products—we have developed a Global Compliance Program for Young Living’s internal operations that outlines a series of mandatory policies and guidelines, as well as Lacey Act policies for suppliers of plant products. The following list includes some of these policies and guidelines that are covered by the Global Compliance Program:
- Young Living Environmental Compliance Policy: Environmental stewardship is a foundational value for Young Living, and compliance with environmental regulations is a priority. The Environmental Compliance Policy is designed to ensure that Young Living employees understand and comply with applicable environmental regulations.
- Young Living Employee Handbook: Every Young Living employee is expected and required to act with honesty, integrity, and in compliance with applicable legal restrictions. The Employee Handbook provides a summary of employee rules and responsibilities and is intended to provide employees with a general understanding of Young Living policies.
- Lacey Act Compliance Program: As part of Young Living’s commitment to comply with applicable laws and regulations wherever it does business, Young Living has developed a robust Lacey Act Compliance Program, which requires all plant product suppliers to assist with ensuring compliance to the Lacey Act and laws protecting plants and regulating the trade of plant products.
- Global Trade Controls Compliance Policy: Young Living is dedicated to compliance with export controls and trade in economic sanctions.
- DSA Code of Ethics: As a member of the Direct Selling Association (DSA), Young Living is committed to maintaining the highest standards of business conduct in our global operations.
Lacey Act policies for suppliers of plant products
We exercises due care and diligence through regular research, review, and validation of relevant information regarding plant products imported from foreign suppliers and purchased from domestic suppliers, merchandise sold in its stores, and the individuals and organizations with which Young Living conducts business. To assist in accomplishing due care and diligence efforts, Young Living has identified five pertinent steps for all plant products and plant product suppliers:
- Supplier education
- Supplier evaluation
- Supplier certification
- Risk assessment
- Auditing/monitoring
Young Living’s Lacey Act Compliance Program sets the precedent for the essential oils and plant-derived products industry and demonstrates Young Living’s commitment to lead the wellness movement by protecting delicate landscapes and plants.