RCS (Recycled Content Standard) is a material focused certification.
Objective: Verifies the presence and amount of recycled material in a product.
Scope: All steps of the supply chain, excluding printing.
Includes:
- Recycled material verification.
- Does NOT include certified printing.
GRS (Global Recycling Standard) is a comprehensive certification.
Objective: Ensures recycled content, social and environmental practices, and chemical restrictions.
Scope: Full supply chain from recycling to final product.
Includes:
- Recycled material verification.
- Environmental impact management.
- Social responsibility.
- Chemical restrictions.
- Includes GRS certified printing.
