Sorting Process
Why get recyclass certified?
RecyClass Sorting Process Certification assesses the quality assurance systems in place at sorting centres and subsequent waste trading facilities, with a focus on traceability and origin verification of plastic waste.
This certification offers a specific add-on module, Module Alpha. This module is mandatory for value chain actors that handle input materials destined for recycling into food-contact applications, as stipulated in EU Regulation 2022/1616.
The scheme will operate from January 2026 onwards. If your company is interested in becoming certified, or if you are a Certification Body interested in being recognised to run audits for this certification scheme, please complete the following form.
Key Benefits of RecyClass certification
Origin & Traceability Verification
Checks the origin of treated waste, that it was separately collected, as well as that it was traceable throughout the process and controlled by quality assurance systems.
Alignment with EU Legislation
Requirements focus on pre-processing waste in line with the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2022/1616 which governs recycled plastic materials intended for food contact use. This Regulation outlines that recycled plastic materials intended for such purpose must be sourced from municipal waste, must be separately collected and originated from a country with equivalent plastics regulation.
Independent Third-Party Certification
Grants confidence and credibility through audits carried out by Recognised Certification Bodies. RecyClass is currently training auditors for this scheme and will announce them upon recognition.
Reliable Traceability Claims
Supports your sustainability and compliance declarations with verified, traceable data.