1、What is GRS Certification?

1.1 GRS Definition and Evolution

The Global Recycled Standard (GRS), established by Textile Exchange, is an international certification system verifying the proportion of recycled materials in products and environmental compliance in production. Since its launch in 2008, GRS has expanded from textiles to plastics, packaging, electronics, and more.

1.2 GRS Core Requirements

Key Requirements:

Recycled Content ≥20% (GRS 4.0 standard).

Traceability: Full supply chain tracking from raw materials to finished products.

Environmental Management: Restricted use of hazardous chemicals, reduced water/energy consumption.

Social Responsibility: Compliance with ILO labor standards.

2、Commercial Value of GRS

2.1 Enhancing Brand Competitiveness

*Case Study: A 2023 Nielsen survey shows 67% of global consumers are willing to pay a 10%-30% premium for GRS-certified products.
Data: GRS-certified companies see a 25% average increase in export orders (International Green Trade Alliance).*

2.2 Key to Global Markets

EU Green Deal: From 2025, EU requires ≥30% recycled content in imported textiles.
California SB 54: Mandates 65% plastic packaging recycling rate by 2032.

2.3 Reducing Supply Chain Risks

GRS mitigates "greenwashing" risks through traceability systems (e.g., blockchain).

3、Industry Impact

3.1  Textiles: Fast Fashion to Circular Economy

H&M increased recycled polyester usage to 80% with GRS, reducing 450k tons CO₂ annually.

3.2 Plastic Packaging: Solving White Pollution

Chemical recycling (e.g., Pyrolysis) enables GRS-certified food-grade recycled plastics.

4、Maximizing GRS Value

4.1 Marketing Strategies

Use GRS logos on products; Tell stories like "Each product equals 5 recycled PET bottles."

4.2 Supply Chain Collaboration

Build green alliances: Sign long-term agreements with recyclers; Train suppliers on GRS compliance.

5、Future Trends: GRS 5.0 Preview

GRS 5.0 (2026) may include:

Bio-based material certification

Carbon footprint grading labels

Real-time digital monitoring

Conclusion

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