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Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
Why
GRS
The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) is a product standard created to monitor and verify the content of recycled materials in the final product, fulfilling stringent manufacturing requirements. GRS International is a complete product standard that specifies requirements for voluntary, third-party certification of recycle content, chain of custody, social and environmental requirements, and chemical restrictions.
What is+
GRS
This standard can be applied to all companies that produce or sell GRS products. It covers the processing, production, packaging, labeling and distribution of all products containing a minimum of 20% recycle material. There is no requirement for GRS certification for material collection and material concentration processes, but they must declare that they are in compliance with the requirements in accordance with the objectives of the standard and can be randomly audited by the certification body. The variety of products that can be certified is not limited to textile products.
Benefits+
GRS
- Verification of recycled material
Materials have been verified to meet the ISO definition of “recycled”. Both pre-consumer and post-consumer material are accepted.
- Responsible production
GRS sites must meet stringent social and environmental requirements. The use of potentially harmful chemicals is not allowed in GRS products.
- Chain of custody
Certification ensures that the identity of recycled content is protected from the raw material to the final product.
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Purpose
GRS
- Trusted certification
A professional, third-party certification body oversees every stage in the supply chain.
- Secure communication
Products that meet all requirements can be labeled with the RCS or GRS logo.
- Stakeholder engagement
RCS and GRS are governed by input from manufacturers, suppliers, brands and retailers from all over the world.
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