# OBP Recycling Organization Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic) - Certification body: ETKO Ecological Agriculture Control Organization - Category: Plastic Certification - Canonical page: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-geri-donusum-organizasyonu-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic - Markdown: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-geri-donusum-organizasyonu-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic.md ## Summary The OBP Recycling Organization Standard audits the recycling processes and chain of custody of ocean-bound plastics, transparently verifying the OBP content… ## Does ETKO provide OBP Recycling Organization Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic) certification? Yes. ETKO (Ecological Agriculture Control Organization) offers OBP Recycling Organization Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic) certification as part of its Plastic Certification program. This page describes the standard, how to apply, and related documents. ## What is OBP Recycling Organization Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic)? The OBP Recycling Organization Standard audits the recycling processes and chain of custody of ocean-bound plastics, transparently verifying the OBP content… ## Details # **What is the OBP Recycling Organization Standard?** Representing the manufacturing and processing leg of the OBP (Ocean Bound Plastic) Certification Program developed by Zero Plastic Oceans (ZPO), this standard focuses on the process of transforming collected plastic waste into recycled raw materials (pellets, flakes, yarn, etc.) or final products. Its primary objective is to guarantee that products marketed with "ocean-friendly recycled plastic" claims are genuinely made from abandoned waste that was at risk of entering the oceans. By establishing a robust chain of custody within recycling facilities, the standard completely eliminates the risk of "greenwashing" in the supply chain. ## **Key Technical Criteria of the OBP Recycling Standard** The system audits both the physical flow of the plastic from entry to exit and the sustainability performance of the facility itself. The technical framework can be summarized as follows: - **Traceability and Chain of Custody:** OBP waste received from certified collection organizations must be fully traceable throughout all stages within the facility: shredding, washing, melting, and molding. - To prevent the mixing of OBP with conventional plastics, facilities must implement either a **Segregation** model or a strictly mathematically tracked **Mass Balance** model. - **Transaction Certificates (TCs) and OBP Content Claims:** Every batch of recycled product sold must be accompanied by Transaction Certificates (TCs) documenting the exact percentage of OBP content. The use of OBP logos on consumer-facing packaging relies entirely on these documents. - **Environmental Management and Facility Compliance:** While saving plastic from nature, the recycling process itself must not pollute the environment. The facility must fully comply with national/international regulations regarding wastewater treatment, air emissions, energy use, and solid waste management. - **Social Responsibility and Occupational Health:** Working conditions within the facility must meet ILO (International Labour Organization) standards; a safe working environment, fair wages, and workers' rights must be guaranteed. ## **Why Choose OBP Recycling Organization Certification with ETKO?** Global brands appeal to consumers' environmental sensitivities by declaring the use of ocean-bound plastics in their products or packaging. However, to substantiate these claims, they require reliable and transparent raw material suppliers. The OBP Recycling certification process, conducted by ETKO’s internationally accredited expert auditors, proves your facility's production traceability on a global scale. With this certificate, you not only contribute to the environment but also elevate your business to the status of an approved, prestigious supplier for global luxury, textile, cosmetics, and FMCG brands. ## How do I apply for OBP Recycling Organization Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic) certification with ETKO? Apply through the ETKO Ecoport portal: https://ecoport.etko.com.tr/apply ## Application Process At ETKO, we manage your application process transparently, quickly, and clearly. Our process consists of the following steps: 1. **Application and Information Exchange** — We gather preliminary information about your company's structure and production processes. 2. **Proposal and Contract** — We present a detailed proposal for the inspection process and sign a contract upon your approval. 3. **Pre-Audit Preparation** — This is the process of preparing the necessary documentation (chemical inventory, social compliance documents, etc.). 4. **On-Site Audit** — Expert ETKO auditors visit your facility and examine your compliance with the criteria on-site. 5. **Reporting and Certification** — After non-conformities are resolved (if any), the audit report is approved and your certificate is issued. ## Accreditations - GOTS: International Organic Accreditation Service - accreditation for certification programs worldwide. - National Organic Program (NOP): United States Department of Agriculture — NOP accredited certifying agent. - TR Organik & GLOBALGAP & İTU: Turkish Accreditation Agency (TURKAK) — Turkey's national accreditation body for conformity assessment. - COSMOS: International Organic Accreditation Service — accreditation for certification programs worldwide. - Textile Exchange Standards: International Organic Accreditation Service — accreditation for certification programs worldwide. - ISO/IEC 17065:2012: International Organic Accreditation Service — accreditation for certification programs worldwide. ## Countries of operation Bangladesh, Pakistan, Ukraine, Korea, China, Denmark, Germany, Syria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kyrgyzstan, Serbia, Romania, Sweden, Bulgaria, Russia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar ## Where can I find OBP Recycling Organization Standard (Ocean Bound Plastic) regulations and forms? ETKO's document center lists regulations, application forms, and current guidelines for this standard: https://ecoport.etko.com.tr/apply ## Related pages - HTML: https://www.etko.com.tr/certifications/plastic/obp-geri-donusum-organizasyonu-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic - About ETKO: https://www.etko.com.tr/about - Contact: https://www.etko.com.tr/contact - Document center: https://www.etko.com.tr/documents?category=plastic&standard=obp-geri-donusum-organizasyonu-standardi-ocean-bound-plastic