Recycled Verification
Product standards track the use of recycled materials in the textile industry while ensuring responsible social and environmental practices. Holding a grs certification confirms that a fabric contains a minimum of 20 percent recycled content and meets high standards for chemical safety. The label also requires a minimum of 50 percent recycled content for any product wishing to display the logo to the consumer.
Supply Chain
Every facility involved in the production of the goods must undergo an annual audit to maintain the grs certification and ensure the material is not diverted. Auditors look for clear separation between recycled and virgin stocks in the warehouse and on the production floor. This prevents the blending of uncertified materials into the final product without proper disclosure.
Impact Reduction
Participating companies must monitor their energy and water usage to minimize the environmental footprint of the recycling process. The standard includes a restricted substance list that prevents the use of harmful chemicals during the cleaning and re-processing of the waste.
Label Accuracy
Brands use these certificates to justify their sustainability claims and provide transparency to their customers about the origin of the polyester or nylon. Accurate record keeping ensures that the mass balance of the recycled material is consistent throughout the entire manufacturing cycle.
