Generic symbol used to show recycled content; also sometimes used to indicate that the product can be recycled. Does not mean that the product has been certified.
In the US, the Federal Trade Commission gives the following guidance: A recycled content claim may be made only for materials that have been recovered or otherwise diverted from the solid waste stream, either during the manufacturing process (pre-consumer), or after consumer use (post-consumer).
Learn more: Recycled Content website
Conformity with Recycled Content's standard is verified by the company or organization applying for the label (first party).
Certification / registration required
Applicants register for the ecolabel in order to use the label (but certification is not required)
Name
Member of
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Type
Government
Also manages
None.
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Product categories this ecolabel applies to
Forest products / Paper Other
Other categories: packaging
Where this ecolabel is found
Unknown
Last updated: 19 March 2020