International Organic and Natural Cosmetics Corporation BDIH Standard

The BDIH Standard is a certification program developed by the German trade association Bundesverband deutscher Industrie- und Handelsunternehmen (BDIH) that defines and verifies what qualifies as a natural cosmetic product. It establishes clear criteria for how cosmetic ingredients must be sourced, produced, and processed, giving manufacturers and distributors a recognized framework to substantiate natural cosmetics claims.

The standard covers requirements around ingredient origin and processing methods, with particular attention to animal welfare and species protection. Synthetic fragrances, dyes, and certain preservatives are prohibited, and ingredients must generally be derived from natural sources in ways that meet the standard's defined guidelines. Products that meet the requirements can carry the BDIH certified natural cosmetics seal, which signals compliance to consumers and retailers.

This certification is relevant for cosmetics brands and manufacturers operating in or selling into the German and European market who want a credible, third-party-verified label for their natural cosmetics products. It is designed both to create consumer transparency and to support fair competition among producers making natural cosmetics claims.