Building on your earlier focus, the relationship among these three can be understood as follows:
| Comparison Aspect | RecyClass | EN 15343 | GRS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Focus | Recyclable packaging design + recycled content traceability | Traceability and content calculation of recycled plastics | Recycled content + social/environmental/chemical integrated system |
| Relevance to Your RPET Bag | Assesses whether the bag's "recyclable design" is compliant (e.g., inks, accessories), and provides traceability certification as a tax compliance tool | The underlying standard for RecyClass traceability certification, and the benchmark for the Spanish Plastic Tax | The passport for international brand procurement, focusing on full-chain responsibility |
| Certification Target | Plastic packaging (finished goods), recycling/sorting processes, recycled content | Plastic products and their supply chains | Products containing recycled materials (textiles, plastics, etc.) |
| Market Value | A key tool for EU PPWR compliance; Spanish Plastic Tax evidence | The legal compliance benchmark for the EU market (especially Spain) | Supply chain access requirement for global brands (e.g., H&M, ZARA) |
If the target market is the EU, RecyClass's traceability certification (given its link to EN 15343) and recyclability design assessment (to address PPWR) are areas worth prioritizing.



