Does your ISCC PLUS certification support sustainable packaging claims in the EU?

Does your ISCC PLUS certification support sustainable packaging claims in the EU?

Yes, with an important distinction worth understanding.

Our ISCC PLUS certification (Certificate No. ISCC-PLUS-Cert-DE100-22099125, issued by SGS Germany, valid through September 2026) covers us as a converter under the mass balance chain of custody method. This means we can provide verified, third-party audited documentation tracing the certified bio-based or recycled content in our materials — which directly supports your brand's sustainability claims.

Specifically, this certification enables:

  • Supply chain transparency documentation for your ESG and sustainability reporting
  • Verified recycled or bio-based content claims on your packaging, backed by an independent audit
  • Alignment with major EU voluntary sustainability frameworks and buyer procurement requirements

On EU regulatory compliance (PPWR): The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR, Regulation EU 2025/40) entered into force in February 2025, with most provisions applying from August 2026. Chemical recycling is being recognised under defined mass balance rules, with mandatory third-party certification like ISCC PLUS explicitly referenced. Rules for calculating and verifying recycled content under PPWR are still being finalised. ISCC PLUS is currently one of the most widely accepted certification schemes in this context, though the specific delegated acts under PPWR have not yet been published. (Sources: ISCC Global Sustainability Conference 2026 Recap; ISCC Plastics and Packaging)

Bottom line: ISCC PLUS mass balance certification is the right framework for supporting recycled or bio-based content claims today, and is well-positioned for upcoming PPWR requirements. However, as PPWR implementing rules are still being developed, we recommend verifying specific compliance requirements with your EU regulatory team as the detailed rules are published.

We are happy to provide our certificate, sustainability declarations, and supporting documentation upon request.