Environmentally Preferred Rating (EPR)

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EPR-accredited companies have taken significant steps to ensure that environmental standards are adhered to in their manufacturing facilities. The primary goal of the EPR program is to assist plastic film and bag producers to lessen their impact on the environment.

Learn more: Environmentally Preferred Rating (EPR) websiteExternal Site

Conformity assessment | How is compliance with this ecolabel's standard ensured?

Conformity with Environmentally Preferred Rating (EPR)'s standard is verified by an independent organization (third party).

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Managing organization | Who manages this ecolabel?

Name

California Film Extruders and Converters Association (CFECA)

Member of

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Type

Industry association

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Year ecolabel est. 2004

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Where this ecolabel is found
United States



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Last updated: 29 February 2012