What Do All Our Accreditations Actually Mean? A Peek Behind the (Very Green) Curtain 🌿

When you’re shopping for the best nappies in the UK—especially eco nappies or bamboo nappies—you’ve probably come across a flurry of eco-labels, seals, and certifications on the packaging. They sound impressive (and they are!), but we know it can be a little overwhelming trying to decode what they all actually mean. 

So today, we're lifting the lid on the values behind our badges. Here's what each of our accreditations stands for—and why they matter for your baby, your family, and our planet. 💚 

We’re beyond proud to be a certified B Corp, and even more thrilled to be recognised as “Best for the World” in the environment category.  

B Corp certification means that a company has been verified by B Lab to meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. Certified B Corporations, or B Corps, are often seen as leaders in responsible business practices, aiming to create a positive impact on society and the environment.  

Across the globe less than 0.01% of all businesses are B-corps. It is a very elite, highly respected certification. In order to become a B-Corp, not only must a business pass the rigorous assessment, but they will need to change their legal purpose for the good of the community and environment and commit to a high level of charitable donation.  

We are thrilled to be the highest scoring B-Corp nappy / diaper brand in the world!  

Learn More - Mama Bamboo Ltd - Certified B Corporation - B Lab Global 

Why it matters for you: You’re supporting a business that puts people and planet before profit—and has the receipts to prove it. 

This respected badge is awarded to businesses that go above and beyond in ethical practices—looking at everything from environmental impact and human rights to animal welfare, financial investment policy and sustainability. 

In the newly published league tables, Mama Bamboo have been named the highest scoring Nappy / Wipe brand in the world again.  

Learn More -  Nappies: Ethical Comparison - The Good Shopping Guide 

Why it matters for you: You can rest easy knowing your eco nappies are part of a transparent, ethical supply chain. No greenwashing here—just the good stuff. 

Mama Bamboo nappies, pants and wipes are certified by FSC® (Forestry Stewardship Council ®). The FSC® is the leading authority for responsible wood sourcing. Since 2008 bamboo, though a grass rather than a wood, has been included in the scheme and is closely controlled. FSC certification means all the bamboo used in our products comes from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits. 

Learn More - What the FSC Labels Mean | Forest Stewardship Council 

Why it matters for you: Every time you open a pack of our nappies, you’re supporting sustainable forestry. It’s a small change that adds up to a big difference. 

This globally recognised certification ensures that every material used in our nappies and pants is tested and found free from harmful substances. You can rest easy knowing that your baby’s nappies are harmless to human health. Every thread, seam and accessory has been tested against a list of over 1,000 harmful substances. And the more intensive the skin contact, which nappies certainly are as they are worn 24 hours a day, the stricter the human ecology requirements. 

Learn More - OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 

Why it matters for you: Your baby’s skin is delicate. This certification guarantees that our nappies are gentle, safe, and free from nasty chemicals. 

We’re honoured to be recognised by Allergy UK, the leading national charity supporting people with allergies. Our nappies have been awarded their Allergy Friendly Product seal, meaning they’ve been independently tested and proven to be kind to sensitive and allergy-prone skin. 

Bamboo is a naturally breathable material, free from chlorine bleaching, lotions, fragrances or petrochemicals. Bamboo is temperature regulating like silk and naturally antibacterial. It is kind, soft and gentle on delicate skin.  

Why it matters for you: Whether your baby has eczema, sensitive skin, or you're simply taking a preventative approach, our bamboo nappies are a safe, skin-friendly choice you can trust—backed by a trusted authority in the allergy space. 

The Vegan Society rigorously assess products to ensure alignment with their vegan standards for finished articles and the full lifecycle of production. The Vegan Trademark is an internationally recognised vegan product certification, established in 1990 by The Vegan Society.  

Vegan is actually more rigorous than the more commonly seen ‘Cruelty free’ badges. When a product declares itself 'cruelty-free', either through self-labelling or through a different certification, it's making a specific claim about animal testing: that the product has not been tested on animals. This is certainly a step in the right direction, representing a move away from outdated and inhumane practices but the cruelty-free label addresses only one aspect of animal exploitation. Vegan products represent a more thorough commitment to ethical production. Simply put, the Vegan Trademark means more. When a product is truly vegan, to the standards set by The Vegan Society, it means: 

Learn More - The Vegan Society | 

Why it Matters to You – It's good to know that all our shampoo, bodywash, lotion and wipes can benefit your baby’s skin without any animal being harmed whatsoever. Our beauty and skincare should never come with such a high price tag!  

This one makes us extra proud. We have been a platinum partner for the ONCRA-approved Bamboo Village Carbon Offsetting project since our inception in 2018. Their bamboo plantations in Uganda serves as a natural carbon removal method, harnessing the power of our favourite plant! Bamboo is one of the most sustainable materials on Earth, it’s fast-growing, requires no pesticides, and absorbs 3x more carbon dioxide than any other woody plant or tree. The plantation also supports local farmers to find meaningful employment and become self-sufficient.  

So what is ONCRA? ONCRA is a certifying body for local nature-based carbon removal projects ONCRA is dedicated to ensuring local projects are properly managed, audited and accountable for their calculations and reporting on carbon sequestration and offsetting. In a sea of small unregulated projects and questionable calculating schemes, this certifying body is an absolute must for any reputable business using carbon offsetting as part of their Net Zero strategy.  

In order to achieve our goals, set under the Paris Agreement, all businesses should practice Carbon Removal alongside Emission Reduction. Reducing emissions has been proven to be insufficient to attain the objectives within the given timeframe. The Oxford Principles and other global initiatives propose the adoption of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) as a crucial strategy for realising the world’s climate goals.  

Using standardised formula and calculators, we measure how much CO2 we still produce after all our carbon reduction practises and processes are taken into account and offset it through planting bamboo. Last year we were registered as carbon positive, meaning we went beyond achieving net-zero carbon emissions, and removing 10% additional carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, resulting in a net benefit to the planet.  

Learn more - Oncra – Open Natural Carbon Removal Accounting) 

Why it matters for you: When you buy our bamboo nappies, you’re not just choosing a high-performance product—you’re supporting real, measurable action against climate change.  

We’re part of a powerful movement that champions female-founded businesses in the UK. Buy Women Built is a UK-based campaign and growing community that celebrates, spotlights, and supports consumer products created by women-founded brands like Mama Bamboo which was founded, and is still run, by Laura Crawford. 

Mama Bamboo actively recruits return-to-work parents looking for flexible, meaningful work. This company policy actively supports women who have had longer than average career breaks and whom have ongoing family committments.    

Learn More - Mama Bamboo | Buy Women Built 

Why it matters for you: Every time you purchase from us, you’re backing women in business and helping build a more equal future. That’s pretty powerful. 

This international standard is all about how we manage and reduce our environmental impact—whether it's how we handle waste, use energy, or source materials. 

Why it matters for you: Our commitment to sustainability is part of our daily operations, not just our marketing. 

This certification means we have robust quality control systems in place to consistently deliver products that meet your expectations. 

Why it matters for you: You’re getting reliable, high-quality bamboo nappies every single time.