The USDA Organic label is a well-known certification recognized in the United States and worldwide. The certification process involves strict production guidelines, making it difficult for many mattresses to qualify. The USDA, which stands for "United States Department of Agriculture," provides education and training for farms and manufacturers, and it also accredits organic-label certifying bodies.
If a mattress has a USDA Organic label, it means that it meets the following criteria:
Additionally, manufacturers who have been certified by the USDA Organic program will have undergone on-site inspections and are required to keep records of their organic practices for a minimum of 5 years.
You can find USDA Organic-certified farms and businesses by searching the Integrity database maintained by the USDA.
