Plastics and Packaging

We offer a credible sustainability certification standard for products linked to recycled and bio-based plastic. ISCC PLUS certification covers both chemical and mechanical recycling. By replacing fossil-based feedstocks with recycled or renewable raw materials, companies can significantly reduce plastic waste and limit the extraction of finite natural resources.

Closing the Loop: The Case for a Circular Economy

A circular economy aims to minimise waste by promoting sustainable design, durability, recycling, and the use of renewable resources. We support the transition to a circular economy with the ISCC PLUS certification system designed to validate sustainability characteristics of alternative feedstocks.

Key Benefits of an ISCC PLUS Certification

  • ISCC PLUS covers all materials linked to recycled or renewable feedstocks.
  • Established traceability and chain-of-custody methods: mass balance, physical segregation and controlled blending.
  • Third-party verified claims. Certified finished goods for end-consumers can bear the ISCC on-product logos.

Market and Policy Drivers

Policy and voluntary frameworks are accelerating the shift to alternative materials: 

Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)

The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) sets out the requirements for packaging placed on the EU market, including rules on packaging waste management and prevention.

Single-Use Plastics (SUP) Directive

The Single-Use Plastics (SUP) Directive aims to prevent and reduce the environmental impacts of disposable plastic products, with a particular focus on marine ecosystems and human health.

Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) & GHG Protocol

Aligning supply chains with verified emission reduction targets and transparent carbon accounting frameworks.

Read More About How We Support the Transition to the Circular Economy

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.