The Hashgraph Group and Merck: Cocoa Traceability Solutions

The Hashgraph Group teams with Merck and PwC Germany to pilot a cocoa traceability solution using TrackTrace on Hedera, combining digital product passports with Merck’s M-Trust physical authentication. The project aims to verify origin, chain-of-custody, and compliance for deforestation due diligence under EU regulations, improving authenticity and consumer trust. The pilot supports smallholders and envisions broader applications across food, pharmaceuticals, luxury goods, and electronics, with PwC guiding regulatory-ready processes.