At CIRAM, we assist manufacturers in the characterization of their biobased and recycled materials through scientific analyses that provide objective evidence of the materials’ origin. Our carbon-14 analyses help ensure the reliability of traceability processes and enhance the consistency of the data used in the ISCC PLUS certification process.
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ISCC PLUS (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification PLUS) is an internationally recognized voluntary certification system, dedicated to the traceability and sustainability of biobased renewable, recycled, and circular materials.
The purpose of the framework is to ensure the traceability of materials throughout the supply chain, while providing a framework for companies’ environmental commitments and sustainability claims.
The system is based, in particular, on:
ISCC PLUS is now a major standard for supporting the transition to a circular and more sustainable economy, particularly in industries incorporating biobased or recycled materials.
For a detailed analysis of how certification works, you can consult our dedicated article: ISCC Plus Certification: How to Secure Your Biobased Supply Chains?
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In industry, ISCC PLUS certification is used to structure and secure supply chains incorporating biobased or recycled materials. Developed for sectors outside of regulated biofuels, ISCC PLUS certification applies in particular:
In this context, scientific analyses provide important technical support for verifying the consistency between reported data and actual conditions on the ground.
At CIRAM, we perform analyses by Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS), the reference method for measuring carbon 14. This approach allows us to determine the actual proportion of biobased carbon present in a material, independently of documentary declarations or material balances.
Radiocarbon dating is not a mandatory requirement of the ISCC PLUS standard, but it is a complementary scientific tool that is particularly relevant for strengthening the robustness of certification processes and limiting the risks of non-compliance.
Request a quoteIn an ISCC PLUS process, the quality and reliability of technical data are essential for ensuring the success of audits and guaranteeing the consistency of traceability declarations.
As an independent laboratory specializing in radiocarbon analysis and material authenticity, CIRAM supports industries in the scientific validation of their raw biobased and recycled materials.
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ISCC PLUS is a voluntary certification system based on audits conducted by independent certification bodies.
Carbon 14 analysis allows for the measurement of the actual biobased carbon content in a material, as a complement to documentary traceability systems like mass balance.
No. They are not always required, but they help ensure the reliability of the data used in audits and compliance processes.
ISCC PLUS primarily applies to industrial applications outside the scope of RED regulations, whereas ISCC EU is specifically designed for biofuels and energy products covered by European regulations.
No. CIRAM acts as an independent testing laboratory and does not issue certification. ISCC PLUS certificates are issued by accredited certification bodies.
Radiocarbon dating does not replace the mass balance system, but it allows for verification of the consistency between biobased content declarations and the actual composition of the analyzed materials.
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