The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certifies products that contain at least 20% recycled material. It covers the entire supply chain, from raw material to finished product, including social, environmental and chemical requirements. An RCS certificate is a lighter version that only covers the recycled content.
What GRS covers
- Percentage of recycled material, with traceability.
- Social requirements (no child labour, safe working environment, living wage).
- Environmental criteria (chemical management, energy use, water emissions).
- Chain of custody: every link in the chain is checked.
When to ask for GRS
With every RPET product (backpack, jacket, water bottle, pen). On request, we supply the transaction certificate in the name of your order. This is the evidence for your ESG report and marketing claims.
GRS versus RCS
| Criterion | GRS | RCS |
|---|---|---|
| Recycled content | Yes, with chain | Yes, with chain |
| Social requirements | Yes | No |
| Chemical management | Yes | No |
| Minimum content | 20% | 5% |
More on our certifications page.
