Recycled plastic
What is the purpose of the certification?
The RecyClass Recycled Plastic Traceability Certification focuses on the traceability of recycled plastics within a process and the verification of a given percentage of recycled plastic content in products.
The Audit Scheme was developed in line with the EN 15343 standard and the principles of the controlled blending chain of custody model as defined in ISO 22095.
All actors of the plastics value chain involved in operations with recycled outputs or products containing recycled plastics, including processes such as compounding, converting, production, or trading may apply.
The origin of the waste must be certified by RecyClass Recycling Process or an equivalent audit scheme, today limited to EuCertPlast.
all your questions answered
Before starting the process, find the answer to all your questions about the RecyClass Recycling Process Certification below:
- What is the difference between Recycling Process and Recycled Plastic Traceability Certification?
- What are the eligibility requirements for the Recycling Process Certification?
- How can I get certified?
- What can I claim based on the certification?
For further information, please refer to the Audit Documentation, FAQ section or contact us.
the process in a nutshell
- 1Check your eligibility for the Certification
- 2Choose a Certification Body and submit the Application Form
- 3Sign a Certification Agreement and provide information
- 4Organise an audit and obtain a Certificate
- 5Use the RecyClass claims and logos to raise awareness
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Check your eligibility for the Certification
To be eligible for the certification, your recycler(s) should 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.
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Choose a Certification Body and submit the Application Form
To get certified, you are invited to contact one of the Certification Bodies listed below who will provide you with the Application Form and guide you through the process. Recognised Certification Bodies are independent third party bodies.
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Sign a Certification Agreement and provide information
Sign a Certification Agreement and NDA to officialize the application. Certification Body will provide a list of documentation needed to assess the process and products to be certified prior to the on-site audit.
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Organise an audit and obtain a Certificate
The Certification is granted after the auditor successfully carries out the on-site audit. The Certificate’s validity is one year. After that, the audit will be renewed.
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Use the RecyClass claims and logos to raise awareness
Organizations are welcome to use the corresponding RecyClass logo for certified products.
More information on how to use the logos and claims can be found in the Use of Claims Guidance.
