Applus+ Marking for Recycled Plastics

What Is Applus+ Marking for Recycled Plastics?

Applus+ Marking for Recycled Plastics is a certification scheme that verifies the recycled content and traceability of plastics used during production or transformation processes, ensuring compliance with EN 15343. It confirms the pre-consumer or post-consumer origin of the material and tracks it throughout the value chain, ultimately validating the percentage of recycled plastic in the certified product.

Applus+ Laboratories is accredited by ENAC to certify EN 15343 related activities.

Who Is It For?

This marking is designed for a number of different organisations that deal with recycled plastics, such as:

• Buyers
• Transformers
• Recoverers
• Classifiers
• Recyclers
• Traders
• Suppliers

Organisations that wish to guarantee the traceability of their products at different stages of the recycling process can benefit from Applus+ Marking for Recycled Plastics. It ensures the level of traceability aligns with customer requirements for the intended use of the recycled plastic.

How Does Applus+ Marking for Recycled Plastics Work?

Applus+ Laboratories conducts an audit to verify that the requirements, set out in the Particular Certification System (PCS), are met for the material or product seeking certification. This process involves:

• Reviewing documentation to confirm the origin of the recycled plastic (pre- or post-consumer).
• Analysing the chain of custody to ensure traceability throughout the value chain.
• Verifying the recycled content within the final product.

Under Spanish Law 7/2022, which imposes a plastic tax of €0.45 per kg, products certified under this PCS may be exempt or entitled to reduced tax rates, providing a direct economic advantage for companies opting to certify their recycled plastic.

What Are the Benefits of Applus+ Marking for Recycled Plastics?

Obtaining Applus+ Marking for Recycled Plastics has a myriad of important benefits for clients:

• Save on plastic-related taxes: Taking advantage of the potential exemption or tax reduction under Spanish Law 7/2022, as referenced above.
• Facilitate traceability: Ensure transparent tracking of recycled materials throughout the supply chain.
• Promote the use of recycled plastic: Increase transparency around the origin of plastic waste and encourage its reincorporation into new products.
• Strengthen reliable claims: Provide verifiable statements about the recycled content in plastic products.
• Ensure compliance with EU legislation: Meet the EU’s legislative requirements related to recycled plastics.
• Increase consumer and supplier confidence: Boost trust by validating authentic recycled content.

Why Choose Marking for Recycled Plastic with Applus+ Laboratories?

By choosing Applus+ Laboratories, you benefit from our extensive experience in plastics certification and testing, backed by years of expertise in sustainability and compliance within the industry. Our knowledge ensures that your organisation receives high-quality, internationally recognised certification.

• Expertise in recycled plastics certification: Applus+ Laboratories is a recognised leader in certification services, delivering accurate and transparent audits.
• Rigorous and reliable approach: Our robust assessment procedures ensure credibility and trust in your recycled plastic claims.
• International recognition: Applus+ Laboratories certifications are widely accepted across multiple sectors, helping differentiate your product in the marketplace.
• Ongoing support and guidance: We offer comprehensive support throughout the audit and certification process, ensuring your organisation can efficiently demonstrate compliance with EN 15343 and other relevant standards.