Organic Enforcement Seals (SOE)

Organic Enforcement Seals (SOE)

Clearly identify organic food and prevent fraud and mishandling of organic products with security seals.  Organic Enforcement seals are typically green in color and custom printed with the word "ORGANIC" along with the Company name, and Serial numbers. Options include plastic security seals and adjustable cable seals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Organic enforcement seals, sometimes called SOE seals, are tamper-evident security seals used to identify and protect certified organic products throughout the supply chain. They signal at every handoff that the product has not been accessed, substituted, or contaminated since leaving the certified operation. Because organic fraud and mislabeling are persistent concerns in the organic supply chain, these seals serve as both a deterrent and a verifiable documentation tool for certifiers and auditors.

SOE seals are typically green and custom printed with the word ORGANIC, the company name, and sequential serial numbers. This makes them immediately recognizable at inspection points without checking documentation. Field staff, drivers, and receiving teams can visually confirm the correct seal is in place at a glance. The green color and ORGANIC print distinguish them from standard agricultural seals used on non-certified loads.

The line includes adjustable plastic pull-tight seals and adjustable cable seals. Cable lengths range from 6 to 72 inches, and breaking strengths from 35 lbs with tear-away tab up to 110 lbs (49.9 kg), giving operations flexibility for different container types from individual totes to large bulk tanks. All models are available barcoded and sequentially numbered for integration with organic system plan documentation.

Yes. Every product in this line is available barcoded and sequentially numbered. Barcoding allows organic handlers and certifiers to scan seal numbers at each handoff point, generating an electronic chain-of-custody record that directly supports audit and certification requirements. This is especially useful for multi-stop distribution chains where products pass through brokers, co-packers, or distribution hubs before reaching the end buyer.

Each seal is single-use and irreversible. Once locked, it cannot be re-engaged, and any attempt to remove it leaves permanent visible evidence of interference. At delivery, verify that the serial number on the seal matches the number recorded on the accompanying shipping documentation. Any discrepancy, whether a missing seal, a broken seal, or a number that does not match, should be reported and the product quarantined before it is accepted into inventory.

Yes. Custom printing options include company name, certification number, sequential seal numbers, and color selection. Custom seals help certified organic operations meet the documentation requirements of their accredited certifier and make unauthorized product substitution immediately apparent. Contact American Casting and Manufacturing to discuss print specifications and minimum order quantities.

Standard agricultural seals are general-purpose tamper-evident tools used across any farming or logistics application. Organic enforcement seals are purpose-built for certified organic programs. They are printed with the word ORGANIC, issued in green to signal organic status at a glance, and designed to carry serial numbers that integrate with organic system plan documentation and certifier audit trails. Using a standard agricultural seal in place of a SOE seal may not satisfy certifier requirements.

Contact American Casting and Manufacturing at (800) 342-0333 or through seals.com. Specify the seal type, whether pull-tight or cable, the cable length required, the breaking strength needed for your container type, and whether you require barcoding. Custom printed seals with your company name, certification number, and sequential numbering are available. Confirm minimum order quantities and lead times when placing your first order.