Cardboard packaging requirements

The requirement

The publisher’s words are shown on request, below the limits.

The publisher’s words

How it is proven

Evidence required

Conformance with this requirement shall be stated in writing and signed by the Chief Executive Officer, or other authorised representative, of the applicant/licence holder company. This statement shall be supported with the following documentation and evidence: • Conformance with criterion (a) shall be supported by documentation verifying the packaging is recyclable; • Conformance with criteria (b and c) shall be demonstrated by providing samples of all plastic containers and components, and information on their constituent parts and their recyclability; and • Conformance with criterion (d) shall be supported by documentation from the packaging manufacturer verifying the source of all fibre in the cardboard packaging or by providing evidence that the packaging is covered by an Eco Choice Aotearoa Licence. Explanatory notes for 5.13 d) This Clause requires details of forest management cer

Who checks it

Independent body verifies — a certifier, auditor or verifier with no stake

How Klar Cite classifies it

Klar Cite’s reading of the clause, not the scheme’s own claim.

What it asks

Meet — a limit, condition or outcome the product must satisfy

Standing

Required — must be met for the credential

Impact area

Ecosystem Health — the CMF area the clause addresses

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