APR Expands PCR Certification Program to Verify Recycled Content in Plastic Products

The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) announced the expansion of its PCR Certification Program to certify the presence and verify the percentage of post-consumer recycled (PCR) content in finished and semi-finished plastic products. Previously focused on certifying PCR material produced by recyclers in pellet or flake form, the program now extends throughout the supply chain, enabling manufacturers, brand owners, brokers, distributors, traders, and other organizations that buy, sell, or handle PCR to verify recycled content claims through independent third-party certification. The new producer standard is based on ISO chain-of-custody and traceability requirements, providing a rigorous process to verify that companies are using recycled plastic in the amounts they claim. Certified companies will be listed in the APR Certified PCR Directory, creating a trusted resource for organizations seeking products and packaging made with certified PCR.

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