Circular Economy & Bioeconomy

Around the world, businesses are increasingly replacing fossil-based feedstock with recycled and renewable raw materials in their production processes. In doing so, they’re limiting the amount of waste that goes into to landfill and converting it into (re)usable resources.

ISCC is committed to supporting the shift towards the circular economy and bioeconomy via ISCC PLUS.

Recycled or bio-based products certified under the ISCC PLUS standard provide companies, brand owners and consumers with the assurance that high sustainability requirements are met.

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Products Covered Under ISCC PLUS Certification in the Plastics, Packaging and Chemicals Market

Applicable Certification Scheme

ISCC PLUS

Our Recognitions

ISCC demonstrates compliance with recognitions for industrial applications and other markets.

ISCC Events on the Circular Economy and Bioeconomy

Further Information

ISCC PLUS Certification Guideline*

ISCC PLUS Certification Guideline 1.9 MB

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ISCC PLUS System Document

ISCC PLUS (v3.4.2, 06 March 2024) 6.3 MB

This document presents the ISCC PLUS certification system, including governance, system basics and the certification scopes.

Certification Examples

ISCC PLUS certified companies are leading the way in using renewable and recycled raw materials. All of them contribute in different ways, as waste collectors, processors, converters and brand owners.

ISCC certifies NUREL for mechanical recycling process and finished goods

NUREL, part of the SAMCA Group and an integrated producer of synthetic nylon fibres, technical polymers, and biopolymers, received ISCC certification for its mechanical recycling process and the manufacture of polyamides (PA) and a variety of polymer-based products.

Unzipping Polyester for a Cleaner Future

High-quality products with recycled material are especially important for the cosmetics industry, as this industry not only has an increased demand for plastic packaging, but also discerning and environmentally conscious buyers. Qualiform, one of the world’s top producers of luxury cosmetic packaging, has recognised the need for innovative solutions.

ISCC PLUS certified packaging for the products we love

ISCC PLUS certification for the complete supply chain is increasing, to provide reassurance about the sustainable content of the packaging. The industry is rising to the challenge with numerous facilities already or soon to be certified. Unilever, REN Clean Skincare, Aptar, Jindal Films, SABIC, Borealis, Neste and others have all publicised their involvement with ISCC.

Addressing the growing demand for certified food-grade recycled plastic packaging

With unstable oil prices and regulatory changes the demand for recycled plastic for food packaging is growing fast. The hurdles that companies face include integration of new technologies, better waste infrastructure and science based regulation. Nestle is one of the companies that shows us an example of a pathway to dealing with this challenges with the use of ISCC certified food-grade recycled HDPE.

The Climate Pledge Friendly Programme

Looking to sell ISCC-certified or licensed products on Amazon? ISCC PLUS collaborates with the Climate Pledge Friendly Programme on Amazon.

Explore the programme