MARPHYL is a B Corp — What it means

MARPHYL Marine Phytoplankton is a certified B Corporation. This post explains B Corporation meaning, the B Lab assessment, and what is means for MARPHYL.

What is a b corporation?

Definition and purpose

A b corporation is a company legally committed to social and environmental goals. It balances profit with purpose. The idea is simple. Businesses should provide benefit to workers, communities, and the planet. B corporations measure that impact and publish results.

B Corp certification and the B Lab assessment

B Corp certification is a formal process run by B Lab. The core tool is the B Lab assessment. It asks detailed questions about governance, workers, community, environment, and customers. Companies complete the assessment, score points, improve where needed, and undergo verification.

The basic steps are clear. Take the assessment, reach the minimum score, submit documentation, and pass a verification review. Some companies change policies and practices to meet standards. That effort shows a real commitment to standards beyond marketing.

How B Corp differs from other seals and certifications

B Corp standards focus on whole-company impact. Other seals often target a single area. Organic labels look at farming. GMP covers manufacturing practices. CSR is often voluntary and vague. B Corp certification measures governance, workers, environment, community, and customers together.

That broader view matters. A product can be organic but come from a company with weak labor practices. B Corp standards look at the full picture. That helps consumers who want meaningful accountability.

Why MARPHYL pursued B Corp status

Values alignment

MARPHYL’s mission aligns closely with b corporation principles. We strive to nourish nature and nurture people. This means protecting marine ecosystems while providing clean, effective marine phytoplankton. B Corp certification formalizes those values.

Our commitments include responsible sourcing, minimal environmental footprint, community engagement, and clear transparency. These are not new ideas. The certification made us sharpen them and prove them.

B Corp standards: what they measure and how MARPHYL scores

Environmental standards

B Corp standards ask about emissions, waste, resource use, and conservation. The assessment evaluates performance and policies. It rewards verified reductions and conservation programs.

MARPHYL focuses on sustainable marine phytoplankton sourcing. We monitor harvesting to avoid ecosystem harm. We track energy use and emissions across production. We also support marine conservation projects as part of our improvements.

Workers and governance

Worker treatment and governance make up a large part of the B Lab assessment. Policies on pay, benefits, training, and safety are scored. Governance questions examine transparency and how decisions include stakeholders.

Community and customers

The assessment checks community impact and customer protection. It values local sourcing, charitable giving, and responsible marketing. It looks for clear safety testing and honest labeling.

At MARPHYL, we feel it is our social commitment to give back to what makes us possible to exist. We have decided to donate 1% of all our sales to Mission Blue, an initiative of the Sylvia Earle Alliance (S.E.A.), that with public support protects Hope Spots – special places that are vital to the health of the ocean, the blue heart of our planet. With two hope spots under consideration where MARPHYL Marine Phytoplankton is taken form, it was the perfect organisation to contribute to.

If you would like to get more information on this wonderful organisation visit mission-blue.org.

What being a B Corp means for product quality and transparency

Supply chain traceability and marine phytoplankton sourcing

B Corp certification pushes traceability. You should know where ingredients come from and how they are harvested. The B Lab assessment rewards documented chain-of-custody and supplier audits.

At MARPHYL, we have been open about our phytoplankton harvesting practices from day one.

Labeling, testing, and ongoing accountability

Being a B Corp encourages clear labeling and public sharing of the B Lab assessment summary. Certification is not a one-and-done badge. Ongoing audits and re-assessment cycles create accountability.

MARPHYL commits to regular testing, publishing certificates of analysis, and sharing B Lab assessment highlights. This keeps product quality visible and measurable for customers and partners.

What being a B Corp doesn't mean — common misconceptions

Not a guarantee of perfection

Certification is not a claim of perfection. It requires honest reporting and continuous improvement. B Corp standards expect companies to be transparent about challenges and progress.

Not a one-time award

B Corp certification requires re-assessment and ongoing commitment. The B Lab assessment is repeated to maintain standards. Brands must keep improving to stay certified.

Conclusion and next steps

Becoming a b corporation formalizes MARPHYL’s commitment to people and the planet. Customers gain clearer traceability, stronger product assurances, and more transparency.

To verify MARPHYL B Corp status, check our public profile on the B Lab website. Explore our products and learn about our sourcing and testing. Support certified brands if you want business that balances profit with purpose.

Join us in this next chapter. Learn more about MARPHYL Marine Phytoplankton, read the assessment, and choose products backed by clear standards and ongoing accountability.