RCS
Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) is a certification program designed to verify the recycled content of products and trace the flow of recycled materials throughout the supply chain. Managed by Textile Exchange, a global non-profit organization focused on promoting sustainability in the textile industry, the RCS aims to provide transparency and credibility regarding the use of recycled materials in products.
The RCS applies to a wide range of industries, including textiles, apparel, and other product categories, verifying the percentage of recycled content in materials. It is particularly valuable for companies that want to make verified claims about the recycled content of their products while ensuring responsible sourcing and production processes.
Benefits of RCS Certification
Recycled Content Verification: The standard ensures that products meet a minimum percentage of recycled materials,
typically 5% or more, depending on the product. It requires thorough documentation to track the recycled content
throughout the entire supply chain.
Traceability: The RCS mandates strict traceability of recycled materials, allowing businesses to document the journey of
recycled inputs from the collection point to the finished product. This ensures that claims about recycled content are
accurate and verifiable.
Third-Party Certification: The RCS requires independent, third-party audits of the entire supply chain, providing
confidence that businesses are genuinely using recycled materials and adhering to the standards.
Supply Chain Transparency: Companies must maintain detailed records and transparent processes, enabling consumers,
partners, and stakeholders to verify the authenticity of recycled content claims.
Sustainability and Environmental Impact: By promoting the use of recycled materials, the RCS helps businesses reduce
their environmental impact, contributing to a circular economy and lessening dependence on virgin resources.
Global Applicability: The RCS is not limited to the textile industry; it can be applied to any product made from recycled materials, giving it
a wide-reaching impact across various sectors that seek to use sustainable resources
Our Certification Process
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STEP ONE
Contact Us
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STEP TWO
Submit the Application
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STEP THREE
Get Quotation
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STEP FOUR
Submit Contract
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STEP FIVE
Confirm Audit Schedule
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STEP SIX
Get Audited
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STEP SEVEN
Submit Non-conformities
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STEP EIGHT
Certification Decision
The certification process involves selecting CERES Certifications Ltd. as the certification body, contacting them to express interest, and submitting the required application documents. An on-site audit is then conducted to verify compliance, followed by addressing any non-conformities. If all requirements are met, the certification is issued.
