Banned Substances Control Group (BSCG)
Issued by BSCG (independent supplement testing program)
CertificationAudit Scope
Product-level testing for banned substances on WADA Prohibited List, NSF Prohibited List, and other athletic-organization-restricted lists. Lot-level ongoing testing + manufacturing facility audit. Distinct from NSF Certified for Sport (different testing matrix + lab).
What It Proves
Specific products tested against BSCG's banned-substance panel (more than 450 drugs, including over 400 on the WADA Prohibited List and more than 50 prescription, OTC, and illicit drugs). Lot-level testing certificate issued. Manufacturing site audit confirms quality systems.
What It Does Not Prove
Does NOT certify the entire product line — only specific SKUs in specific lots. Does NOT guarantee zero contamination (testing has detection limits).
How Vendors Report It
You may see this listed as:
Select Certified Drug Free under Program Name, then check that the lot number is listed.
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