Plastik Sektörü

Prove Your Recycled Content Claims with Accredited Certificates and Tests

Plastics Industry

It encompasses the entire production chain in which plastic is processed and transformed—from raw polymer production to packaging, and from recycling to the finished product. The industry is divided into eight main categories.

Packaging Plastics

Production of food packaging, bottles, film, and industrial packaging. The EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) and plastic taxes require documentation of recycled content.

Plastic Recycling

Collection, processing, and pellet production of plastic waste. EN 15343 and RecyClass certify the traceability of the process at the international level.

Textile and Fiber Polymers

Production of polyester, nylon, and rPET fibers. Recycled content claims are verified in accordance with GRS and RCS standards.

Automotive and Industrial Plastics

Automotive parts, technical components, and composites. Quality and environmental certifications are key factors in obtaining supplier approvals from customer brands.

Building and Construction Plastics

Pipes, profiles, insulation, and membrane products. Strength and UV resistance tests form the basis of product acceptance criteria.

Consumer Products and Household Goods

Chemical compliance testing under RoHS and REACH forms the foundation of product safety.

Plastics for Personal Protective Equipment

Products such as hard hats, safety goggles, and gloves. CE certification is required under EU Regulation 2016/425 (NB 3038).

Bio-based and Biodegradable Plastics

Materials derived from renewable sources and biodegradable materials. Independent verification of environmental claims protects against the risk of greenwashing.

Our Services

Certification and Testing Services for the Plastics Industry

Plastik üreticileri ve geri dönüşümcüler için belgelendirme, denetim ve laboratuvar testi hizmetlerini tek çatı altında sunarız. Geri dönüştürülmüş içerik iddianızı uluslararası standartlara göre değerlendirir, ürün testlerinizi ISO/IEC 17025 akrediteli kendi laboratuvarımızda gerçekleştiririz. Öne çıkan hizmetlerimiz aşağıda yer almaktadır.

Why Is Certification Necessary in the Plastics Industry?

Certification for plastic products goes beyond environmental claims; it directly determines your product’s access to the EU market, buyer acceptance, and tax benefits.

EU Legislation Requires the Use of Recycled Content

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) gradually makes recycled content requirements mandatory for plastic packaging. In countries such as Spain, documented recycled content reduces the tax burden under plastic taxes.

Buyer Brands Are Not Satisfied with Just a Declaration

International brands require their suppliers to have their claims of recycled content verified by a third party. Certifications such as EN 15343, GRS, and RecyClass serve as evidence that replaces the supplier’s declaration in the approval process.

The Difference Between an Allegation and Evidence Is Determined in a Test

The quality and chemical suitability of recycled materials are measured in the laboratory. Submitting both the certificate and an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited test report protects your environmental claims from allegations of greenwashing.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are three main options. EN 15343 is the European standard covering the traceability of recycled plastic and the conformity assessment of recycled content. GRS includes social, environmental, and chemical requirements in addition to recycled content; RCS, on the other hand, only verifies the presence and percentage of recycled material. Which standard is appropriate depends on your customer’s requirements and your target market.

In countries such as Spain, the plastic packaging tax is calculated based on the amount of non-recycled plastic. Manufacturers who document the recycled content using a standard such as EN 15343 can reduce their tax burden by providing proof of this percentage. Unsubstantiated claims may not be accepted by tax authorities.

We conduct tests in our own laboratory, which is accredited by TÜRKAK under the ISO/IEC 17025 standard. The scope includes RoHS and REACH chemical compliance tests, durability tests, and UV resistance tests. Conducting both certification and testing within the same organization streamlines the process by providing a single point of contact.

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has entered into force; the obligations—particularly those regarding recycled content requirements—will be implemented according to a phased schedule. Every manufacturer that ships packaged products to the EU market is covered by this regulation. We can work together to determine which obligations take effect on which dates for your product group.