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Recycled Plastics

Recycled Plastics
certification

Why Get
RecyClass Certified?

RecyClass Recycled Plastics Traceability Certification ensures transparency and accountability in the use of recycled plastics. It verifies the traceability of recycled materials throughout your process and confirms the exact percentage of recycled content in your products, using a robust controlled blending approach.

This certification scheme is developed in line with EN 15343:2007 and ISO 22095:2020 controlled blending model standards. Because of this alignment, the Scheme can serve as valid proof of audit for compliance with the Spanish Plastic Tax.

Who can apply ?

The Certification is open to all actors in the plastic value chain, including: Compounders, Converters, Producers, Traders.

Whether you’re handling recycled outputs or manufacturing finished goods with recycled plastic, RecyClass provides the framework for trustworthy validation.

Key Benefits of RecyClass Certification

Waste Origin Verification

Ensure the recycled materials you use are responsibly sourced.

Full Traceability

Track recycled plastics throughout the supply chain with precise content percentages.

Independent Third-Party Certification

Independent audits guarantee transparency and enhance credibility.

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Reliable Product Claims

Make verified and accurate claims such as “Contains 60% recycled plastic.”

Spanish Plastic Tax Compliance

Use the certification as official documentation for tax reporting.

How to get started?

Check your eligibility

To be eligible for RecyClass Recycled Plastics Traceability Certification, the recycler(s) supplying your input materials must be certified with the RecyClass Recycling Process Certification or an equivalent certification in line with EN 15343 recognised by RecyClass, and your product should be made of plastics.

Choose a Certification Body

To get certified, you are invited to contact one of the recognised, third-party Certification Bodies who will guide you through the process.

List of Certification Bodies

Certification Agreement & Information exchange

Sign a Certification Agreement and an NDA to officialise the application. Certification Body will request a list of documents prior to the on-site audit.

Audit & Certificate

The Certification is granted after the auditor successfully carries out an on-site audit. The issued Certificate is valid for one year, after which it must be renewed.

Use of Certification Marks & Reliable Claims

More information on the appropriate use of RecyClass Certification Marks and respective claims can be found in the RecyClass Use of Claims Guidance.

Certification Documentation

Audit Scheme documentation is periodically revised to safeguard the robustness of the Certification and ensure its relevance for the value chain.

Audit Scheme - Recycled Plastics Traceability

June 2023v2.3

Quality Management and Procedures

October 2020v2.3

Certification Bodies and Auditors Requirements

October 2020v2.3

Audit Scheme Module A: Food Contact

June 2023v1.2

Loop Requirements

February 2024v1.0

ALL YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Before starting the process, find the answer to all your questions about the RecyClass Recycled Plastics Traceability Certification below:

  • 00:53What is the difference between Recycling Process and Recycled Plastic Traceability Certification?
  • 01:44What are the eligibility requirements for the Recycling Process Certification?
  • 03:48How can I get certified?
  • 04:34 What can I claim based on the certification?

For further information, please refer to the FAQ
section or contact us.

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