Survey Guidance
About the CFP Survey
The Chemical Footprint Project (CFP) Survey is a comprehensive assessment tool designed for product manufacturers, brands, and retailers committed to safer chemicals and materials. The Survey consists of 19 questions, with a total possible score of 105 points, and is structured to accommodate a variety of business perspectives.
Who Can Participate?
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Product Manufacturers & Brands: Complete the Survey to evaluate your chemical management practices.
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Retailers: Choose to respond as a brand (focusing on private label products) or as a retailer (including both private label and all products sold from external manufacturers and brands).
Reporting & Confidentiality:
Survey responses are aggregated and published annually in the CFP Report. Participants may opt to:
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Remain anonymous
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Disclose their participation
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Disclose their responses and score
For additional guidance and real-world examples, consult the Retailer's Guide for Safer Chemicals and Materials.
2025 Survey Modules
In 2025, participants can select from three specialized modules, tailored to different aspects of business operations:
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Product Module: For those selling, licensing, or distributing products.
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Manufacturing Module: For organizations with manufacturing operations.
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Packaging Module: For those addressing chemicals in packaging materials.
The Four Pillars of the CFP Survey
The Survey is built upon four foundational pillars, guiding companies toward safer chemicals management and transparency.
Guidance Documents & Scoring Rubrics
To support your participation, we provide detailed guidance documents and scoring rubrics for each module:
Product Survey
Packaging Survey
Manufacturing Survey
Ready to get started?
Explore the resources above and join a growing community of organizations leading the way in safer chemicals and materials management.
For questions or support, please contact angela [at] cleanproduction.org