At CIRAM, we assist manufacturers in characterizing their bio-based 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 bio-based, recycled, and circular materials.
Developed for sectors outside the regulated biofuel sector, ISCC PLUS certification applies in particular to:
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 recognized as a leading standard for supporting the transition to a circular and more sustainable economy, particularly in industries that use bio-based or recycled materials.
For a detailed analysis of how the certification works, please see our dedicated article: ISCC Plus Certification: How to Secure Your Bio-based Supply Chains?
Request a quoteMany companies in the biomaterials, biofuels, and renewable energy sectors turn to CIRAM to analyze the bio-based content of their products as part of the ISCC PLUS certification process.
In the industry, ISCC PLUS certification is used to structure and secure supply chains that incorporate bio-based or recycled materials.
It plays a central role in:
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 using accelerator mass spectrometry (AMS), the gold standard method for measuring carbon-14. This approach allows us to determine the actual proportion of bio-based carbon present in a material, regardless of documented claims or material balances.
Radiocarbon dating is not a mandatory requirement of the ISCC PLUS standard, but it serves as a complementary scientific tool that is particularly useful for strengthening the robustness of certification processes and minimizing the risk 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 assists manufacturers in the scientific validation of their bio-based 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 makes it possible to measure the actual proportion of bio-based carbon in a material, complementing documentary traceability systems such as mass balance.
No. They are not always required, but they help ensure the reliability of the data used in audits and compliance processes.
All products containing bio-based or recycled materials: plastics, packaging, chemicals, ingredients, textiles, solvents, or industrial materials.
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 analysis does not replace the mass balance system, but it does help verify the consistency between claims regarding bio-based content and the actual composition of the materials analyzed.
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