MUTU International is a Registered Overseas JAS Certification Body (ROCB), an independent body accredited by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF) of Japan since 2006. MUTU International is authorized to perform JAS certification services and issue certificates under the JAS Act.

Certification Scope

1. Plywood
2. Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL)
3. Glued Laminated Timber (GLT), other than Structural GLT
4. Flooring
5. Finger Jointed Structural Lumber Wood Framing Platform Construction (FJSL)

MUTU International’s Operational Area

MUTU International has a very extensive operational area, covering all regions/countries worldwide, except Japan.

Benefits of having a JAS certificate

1. JAS-certified factories will be listed on the MUTU International website as accredited ROCBs.
2. Assisting clients in promoting their products to the Japanese market.
3. Assisting clients in increasing the competitiveness and value of their products.
4. Assisting clients in producing and maintaining high-quality products through a continuous improvement system.
5. Product acceptance by Japanese consumers is higher than that of non-JAS products.
6. Product quality assurance according to the required timeframe.
7. JAS products can be used as an indicator that they have passed the physical and chemical testing requirements based on applicable standards conducted by an ISO 17025-accredited testing laboratory.

Why choose MUTU International?

1. Experienced in wood products, such as: Plywood, LVL, GLT, Flooring, and FJSL.
2. Sample testing through routine inspections is supported by an independent laboratory accredited under ISO 17025.
3. Conducting regular audits and inspections to ensure the consistency of the JAS system implementation and product quality in the factory.
4. Providing clients with the latest information directly from MAFF, detailed JAS standards, and the latest Japanese market information.

Certification Fees consist of:

1. Certification Evaluation Fee
2. Daily Allowance for FO & PQSI
3. Product Quality Stability Inspection Fee
4. Testing Fee
5. Registration Fee
6. Transport

Audit Fees consist of:

1. Certification Maintenance Fee
2. Audit Fee
3. Site Audit
4. Lodging
5. Transport

The Stability Inspection fee consists of:

1. Inspection Fee
2. Testing Fee
3. Lodging
4. Transport