​Become an AWSS Partner

The AWSS Partner Program allows stakeholders from across the certified Australian wool supply chain to engage with the Australian Wool Sustainability Scheme (AWSS) and uphold the quality, integrity, and efficiency of AWSS Certification.


The program gives supply chain businesses and supporters of Australia’s certification scheme, AWSS, the opportunity to be recognised, featured, and preferred by customers seeking certified, sustainable wool.

As demand increases for certified, traceable, and sustainably produced wool, the Program offers a credible and practical way for Partner’s to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability, traceability, and responsible industry conduct.

From selling agents and exporters to processors and brands, AWSS Partners will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth, digital-first operation of certification, while supporting the trusted traceability of eBale identification from farm to first-stage processing.

AWSS Partners have access to exclusive benefits and advantages that non-partners don’t, including:


  • Exclusive access to request a Wool Certificate of Compliance

  • Permission to use the AWSS Partner Badge and promotional collateral

  • Access to digital traceability support

  • Public recognition as an AWSS Partner, featured in the AWSS Partner Directory

  • The ability to meet growing demand and market expectations for certified, sustainable wool

  • A chance to contribute to the credibility and integrity of Australia’s Sustainability Certification Scheme

What do I need to do to become an AWSS Partner?

1.  Meet the Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have a genuine interest in the Australian Wool Sustainability Scheme (AWSS) and commit to upholding the integrity of its Certifications by following the AWSS Partner Program Business Rules.

2. Submit an Application

Complete and submit the official application form, accompanied by required information demonstrating your interest in the AWSS.

3. Pay an Annual Fee

Applicants pay an annual AWSS Partnership fee, with discounts available to AWEX Members.

How does the Partner Program work for successful applicants?

Successful applicants will receive:

  1. A unique AWSS Partner number

  2. An official Partner Badge

  3. Listing on the AWSS Partner Directory

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​​Partner Badges must be used in accordance with the AWSS Partner Badge Usage Guidelines.

To maintain Partnership, applicants must meet ongoing Program Requirements:

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  1. Adhere to AWSS Partner Program Business Rules to ensure responsible engagement with the Scheme.

  2. Pay an Annual Fee:

    • An annual Partnership fee, computed from 1 July each year, and due in advance within 30 days of that date.

    • Fees are non-refundable, unless the applicant is deemed ineligible and the application is declined, under which circumstances, a refund will be provided.

    • A discounted annual fee is available to AWEX members.

AWSS Partner Program Fees (annually):

Partner Type 

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Annual Fee (AUD)  

AWEX Member 

$2500 (excl. GST)

Non-AWEX Member

$4000 (excl. GST)

Wool Certificate of Compliance

As an AWSS Partner, you can request a Wool Certificate of Compliance (CoC) to verify that traded or purchased wool bales meet the Certification requirements of SustainaWOOL and/or ResponsiWOOL.

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Selling Agents can request a Lot Wool Certificate of Compliance

  • Verify AWSS Certification at the individual bale or lot level for both auction and non-auction sales.

  • Strengthen confidence among buyers seeking certified, traceable wool.

Exporters can request a Consignment Certificate of Compliance

  • Consolidate multiple SW and/or RE certified lots under a single certificate.

  • Enhance shipment efficiency when managing and exporting multiple SW/RW lots or bales with minimal paperwork.

Both certificate types are designed to streamline trading, support sustainability documentation and demonstrate raw material traceability from farm to first-stage processing.

AWSS certification is at the PIC level and ends at the greasy wool stage.

There are no requirements for chain of custody tracing (e.g. Transaction Certificates) for wool lots certified under SustainaWOOL or ResponsiWOOL.

Certificates of Compliance cost AUD $100 (excl. GST) per request.