What GRS certification covers
The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) is a full-product standard that verifies recycled content plus social, environmental, and chemical practices along the supply chain. For drinkware programs it documents:
- Recycled content — verified percentage of recycled material in the product.
- Chain of custody — traceability of recycled input from source through production.
- Scope certificate — confirms which product categories and processes are covered.
GRS vs RCS: which one do you need?
Both are Textile Exchange recycled-content standards. RCS (Recycled Claim Standard) focuses on tracking recycled content; GRS adds social, environmental, and chemical requirements. EU retailers often specify one or the other in their compliance portal — confirm which your buyer references, then match the SKU and documentation. See our guide: RCS vs GRS for drinkware.
How to use our GRS documentation
- Request the current GRS scope certificate tied to the covered product categories.
- Confirm the recycled-content percentage and material for your specific SKU.
- For sustainability-led EU retail programs, see our RCS/GRS certified drinkware supplier solution.
Frequently asked questions
Are you a GRS certified drinkware supplier?
Yes. We can provide a current GRS scope certificate and match recycled-content documentation to the SKU and category for your recycled-content program.
What is the difference between GRS and RCS?
RCS tracks recycled content; GRS additionally covers social, environmental, and chemical criteria. Confirm which standard your buyer's compliance portal references before ordering.
Can you produce recycled-content stainless steel bottles?
Yes, for qualifying programs. Recycled-content material and the applicable RCS 2.0 or GRS documentation are confirmed per SKU during onboarding.