Materials

Sustainable materials

Welcome to our landing page on verifying sustainable products through certifications. We aim to provide you with a thorough understanding of various certification standards and their importance for sustainability. Let’s start by exploring the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) and its two key subcategories: Recycled 100 and Recycled Blended.

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Global Recycled Standard (GRS)

The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) is an international certification standard designed to promote recycling and reduce waste in production processes. This standard covers various materials, including rPET, recycled cotton, recycled steel, and rcancas. Each of these materials has unique characteristics and contributes to sustainability in different ways.

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Recycled 100

Recycled 100 certification is awarded to products made entirely from 100% recycled materials. This means the entire product is created using materials repurposed from previous products or waste. By choosing products with Recycled 100 certification, you directly contribute to waste reduction and minimize your ecological footprint.

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Recycled Blended

Recycled Blended certification applies to products containing a mix of recycled materials and new materials. This blend allows for the use of recycled resources while reducing the need to extract and produce new materials. By selecting products with Recycled Blended certification, you still help reduce resource consumption and waste.

exploring materials used in certified sustainable products

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rPET (recycled PET)

rPET is a material made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET). It is commonly used to produce recyclable bottles, clothing, and textiles. Using rPET reduces the need for new plastic materials, helping to decrease plastic waste and alleviate environmental strain.

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Recycled cotton

Recycled cotton is produced from recycled cotton materials, often sourced from textile production waste or used textiles. By recycling cotton, water usage, pesticide impact, and energy consumption are significantly reduced compared to growing and producing new cotton. This practice also supports a circular economy by extending the lifespan of cotton materials.

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Recycled steel

Recycled steel is made from scrap steel and materials derived from reused steel. By utilizing recycled steel, valuable resources are conserved, as steel production from raw materials requires significant energy and emits considerable greenhouse gases. Recycled steel helps lower CO2 emissions and reduces the need for iron ore mining.

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Rcancas

Rcancas is an eco-friendly material made from recycled cotton and recycled polyester. It is often used to create durable, reusable bags and textiles. By using rcancas, the demand for new materials is reduced, minimizing waste. It serves as a sustainable alternative to traditional fabric materials.

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Contributing to a sustainable future

By choosing products certified by the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) and made from materials like rPET, recycled cotton, recycled steel, and rcancas, you promote a circular economy and reduce environmental impact. These certifications and materials represent essential steps toward a more sustainable future, where we can enjoy high-quality products while protecting our planet.