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ISO 14021

The international standard for self-declared environmental claims (Type II environmental labelling). It sets requirements for commonly used terms such as recyclable, recycled content, compostable and reduced energy consumption, and discourages vague claims.

EcoAppraise context

ISO 14021 is a useful benchmark for how specific self-declared claims should be worded and supported.

Related terms

Environmental Labels (Type I, II, III); Recyclable; Recycled Content; Compostable

Enforcement cases

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