RCS， The Recycled Claimed Standard is another recycling (regeneration) standard introduced by the TE Textile Trading Organization in 2013, used as a basis for certification of products that use recycled materials. RCS is an international, voluntary, and comprehensive product standard that specifies third-party certification requirements for recycling content and production chain supervision, aimed at increasing the use of recycled materials in products.
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The goal of RCS is to unify the definition of multiple applications, trace recyclable input materials, provide customers (brands and consumers) with a tool to make informed decisions, and ensure more sustainable recycling and disposal of materials in the final product. RCS is applicable to any product containing at least 5% recycled material. Starting from the recycling stage, each production stage must be certified and ultimately end with the last seller in a business to business transaction. The collection and concentration of materials require self declaration, document collection, and on-site visits. RCS adopts the ISO 14021 recycling content definition, based on the interpretation of the US Federal Trade Commission Green Guidelines, aiming to comply with the most widely recognized and rigorous definition.
Through RCS certification, companies can demonstrate their commitment and responsibility to environmental protection, which helps to enhance their image in the minds of the public. In addition, products that have obtained RCS certification often gain higher recognition and trust in the market, thereby further enhancing the brand value of the enterprise.
With the increasing demand of consumers for environmentally friendly products, more and more companies are paying attention to the environmental attributes of their products. Products that have obtained RCS certification can better meet consumers' environmental needs, thereby helping companies expand their market sales channels and increase sales revenue.
RCS certification requires companies to provide detailed information on the sources, quantities, and proportions of recycled materials, which helps consumers have a clearer understanding of the recycled components in their products and meets their right to know. This highly transparent certification method helps to enhance the credibility of the product and increase consumers' willingness to purchase.
In a fiercely competitive market environment, companies with RCS certification are more likely to gain recognition in the international market and fully participate in the market competition of recycled textiles and clothing. This competitive advantage helps companies stand out in the market and win more market share.
RCS certification not only focuses on the use of recycled materials, but also on the environmental standards and compliance of the entire supply chain. This enables companies that have obtained RCS certification to comply with international environmental standards and better participate in international market competition.
Many internationally renowned buyers and purchasers require suppliers to provide RCS certification when purchasing products. Enterprises that have obtained RCS certification have the opportunity to be included in the procurement directory of these buyers, establish long-term cooperation with internationally renowned buyers, and thereby increase order volume and revenue.
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