Recycled materials
The “Recycled materials” sustainability feature highlights products that contain recycled material as verified by the following certifications:
Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certifies recycled content in products has been independently verified at each stage of the supply chain, from the source to the final product and meets social, environmental, and chemical requirements. A product must contain at least 50% certified GRS material to qualify for Climate Pledge Friendly.
GreenCircle Certified Recycled Content certified products are made of pre- or post-consumer material when it is manufactured. GreenCircle verifies the sources of recycled materials and analyzes the recycled content used in the product to determine the percentage of pre-consumer or post-consumer content based on international standards and definitions. A product must contain 50% recycled content to qualify for Climate Pledge Friendly.
Recycled Claim Standard (RCS Blended) certified products contain recycled content (>50%) that has been independently verified at each stage of the supply chain, from the source to the final product. The purchase of Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) certified products demonstrates demand for recycled materials. Climate Pledge Friendly requires the product contain at least 50% certified RCS Blended material by weight.
Recycled Claim Standard 100 (RCS 100) certifies recycled content (>95%) that has been independently verified at each stage of the supply chain, from the source to the final product. A product must contain at least 50% certified RCS100 material to qualify for Climate Pledge Friendly
SCS Recycled Content Certification for Electrical and Electronic Equipment certifies products have at least 10% recycled content based on product type and materials used.
TÜV Rheinland’s Recycled Material Verified (RMV) certification verifies recycled materials in products. Required content varies by product type and materials used.
More sustainability features
These features highlight other ways products can support responsible sourcing and environmental impact.
Products use animal products from farms with higher standards for animal treatment and living conditions.
Products are made with materials harvested in a way that helps protect animals, plants, and ecosystems.
Carbon emissions from the lifecycle of these products were measured, reduced and/or offset.
Products conserve energy compared to similar products.
Products are made with materials harvested from responsibly managed farms.
Products are made with materials from well-managed forests, recycled materials, and/or other controlled wood sources.
Products are manufactured using processes that reduce the risk of negative environmental impact.
Products contain organic material.
Products are made with recycled and/or biobased materials verified from source to product.
Products are made with chemicals safer for human health and the environment.
Products conserve water compared to similar products.
Products are manufactured on farms or in facilities that protect the rights and/or health of workers.