Global Recycled Standard (GRS)

Global · Est. 2008 · Textile Exchange

The Global Recycled Standard is the world's leading certification for recycled content in textiles and other products. It verifies recycled content, chain of custody, and restricts harmful chemicals while requiring social and environmental practices throughout production.

What This Certification Means

  • Minimum 20% recycled content verified (50% for product labeling)
  • Full chain of custody tracking from source to final product
  • Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) prohibited
  • Social and environmental criteria at production facilities
  • Third-party certification required

How to Identify

Look for the GRS logo with the recycling arrows symbol and 'Global Recycled Standard' text.

Chemical Restrictions

ChemicalStatus
SvhcAll Substances of Very High Concern prohibited
PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)Restricted under SVHC regulations
HeavymetalsRestricted
AzocolorantsCarcinogenic azo dyes prohibited

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