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RAL gGmbH

German labelling and certification organisation founded in 1925, known for RAL Gütezeichen quality marks and RAL colours.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

RAL is a German labelling expert founded in 1925, based in Bonn. It develops and maintains labelling systems such as RAL Gütezeichen quality marks and RAL colours, with criteria developed by independent experts and continuously reviewed. Its name derives from the Reichsausschuss für Lieferbedingungen, founded on 23 April 1925.

History

RAL was founded on 23 April 1925 as the Reichsausschuss für Lieferbedingungen, with the task of ensuring truth and clarity in labelling and reliable labelling of goods and services to protect both the economy and consumers. In the following years, the RAL Gütesicherung labelling system developed from this. In 1927, the globally recognised RAL colours followed. Over the course of history, further labels were added, from the Blauer Engel to the EU Ecolabel, the Grüner Knopf and the Nutri-Score food label. RAL has been based in Bonn, with its company location in Bonn-Beuel designed as a sustainable building from the outset.

Products and positioning

Labelling expert providing orientation through objective, reliable and up-to-date labelling since 1925.

  • RAL Gütezeichen

  • RAL colours

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