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LEED requires verified low chemical emissions and, where applicable, VOC content limits across defined product categories (e.g., adhesives/sealants, paints/coatings, flooring, ceilings/walls/insulation, composite wood). Compliance is best assured by selecting products that carry recognized third-party certifications or laboratory test reports demonstrating adherence to relevant standards. The project should maintain a submittal matrix cataloging each product, its category, the applicable standard, documentation status, and responsible subcontractor. Early coordination with designers and specifiers helps lock compliant products before procurement. Relying on generic marketing terms or “natural” claims risks noncompliance; many natural products still off-gas or contain binders requiring verification. Gathering documents after installation often results in gaps and rework. A disciplined, documentation-first approach ensures that the installed materials protect occupant health, simplify review, and support complementary strategies like construction IAQ management and flush-out. This method reduces uncertainty, aligns teams, and provides a clear paper trail for credit submittals.