Sustainability expectations are rising, claims are no longer enough and only proof sets companies apart. In a market where recycled content is often declared but rarely verified, full supply chain transparency is now essential.
This is exactly where the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) comes in.
Modepack has recently been awarded the GRS certificate. This confirms that selected products meet strict criteria for recycled content, traceability, and responsible production. More importantly, it positions us in a system where sustainability is not assumed but verified.
What Is GRS and Why It Matters Now
The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) from ETKO is a leading framework for verifying recycled materials. Unlike certifications that check only the final product, GRS assesses more steps.
It ensures:
- verified recycled content,
- full traceability across the supply chain,
- and compliance with environmental and social criteria.
While the standard originates in the textile and fashion ecosystem, its relevance extends to any industry that supplies it, including packaging. For companies delivering packaging solutions to fashion and e-commerce brands, GRS is becoming an important benchmark for supplier qualification.
From Recycled Content to Verified Materials
At Modepack, GRS certification covers our eCommerce and courier mailing bags, which are made with over 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) material.
But the real value is more than a percentage.
GRS ensures that this recycled content is verified, not just declared, traceable from raw material to product, and controlled through defined processes and audits.
This removes uncertainty about material origin and lowers the risk of unverified sustainability claims. These issues now matter more for brands facing strict environmental and compliance demands.
"For us, GRS certification was not just another document, but a strategic decision focused on long-term competitiveness and customer trust. It enables full transparency across the supply chain, from raw material origin to final product, ensuring verified recycled content while reducing the risk of unproven claims. More importantly, it positions Modepack as a partner for brands that require certified suppliers and are actively moving toward circular, compliant packaging solutions", said Marina Šivak, Managing Director.
A Certified Supply Chain, Not Just a Product
One of the most important aspects of GRS is that it applies to more than just a single company. It covers the entire value chain.
All participants, from recyclers to manufacturers, must meet the same certification standards.
In practice, this creates real traceability and not just documentation. It also creates alignment across all production stages and raises standards throughout the industry.
For Modepack, this means working directly with partners who share our commitment to transparency and compliance. GRS is not a stand-alone achievement. It forms part of a wider ecosystem that brings consistency and credibility.
Why This Matters for Your Business
For companies sourcing packaging, especially those supplying global markets, requirements are becoming more demanding. Sustainability is now an expectation, not a differentiator, often backed by strict policies and regulations.
GRS certification supports this shift by providing:
- credible proof of recycled content, aligned with recognized standards,
- reduced compliance risk, especially in complex supply chains,
- and access to partnerships with brands that require certified suppliers.
This also aligns with broader regulatory developments. Evolving EU frameworks, such as the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), are making traceability and material transparency more important.
Packaging is no longer just functional. It is now part of a company’s sustainability performance.
Built on Standards, Focused on the Future
At Modepack, sustainability is a continuous process of improving materials, production, and partnerships, not a single initiative. GRS certification is a clear step in that direction.
It shows that our recycled packaging approach is structured, transparent, and meets recognized standards. It also strengthens our role as a partner for companies addressing complex sustainability requirements.
Today, companies stand out by proving claims, not just making them.