ECO Mark Certification: Achieve Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Product Compliance

Eco Mark Certification is an international eco-label for products that meet environmental sustainability criteria.
Ensure your products meet India’s environmental and sustainability standards.
Gain consumer trust with verified eco-friendly products.
Access new markets that prioritize green and sustainable products.
Demonstrate corporate social responsibility (CSR) through certified practices.
Stay compliant with legal regulations for eco-labeling in India.
Enhance brand reputation and competitive advantage in the eco-conscious market.
Receive expert guidance through the application, testing, and certification process.

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What is Eco Mark Certification ?

Key Features

Why Eco labels Matter Globally?

Products under Eco Mark

Purpose of ECO Mark Certification

Documents Required for Eco Mark Certification

Procedure for obtaining the Eco Mark Certification?

Eligibility

Penalties for Non-Compliance of Eco Mark Certifiaction

Advantages of ECO Mark Certification

Why Choose Diligence certification for Eco Mark Certification ?

FAQ

What is Eco Mark Certification ?

Eco Mark Certification is an environmental product certification that is internationally harmonized, and it classifies products and services that satisfy high standards of environmental sustainability throughout the life cycle of the product and service. Eco Mark is based on the ISO 14024 Type I Ecolabel in the ISO family of standards, and it empowers consumers to make better environmentally-conscience decisions while showing businesses sticks to its environmentally responsible message.

While the Eco Mark was initially established in India, the term is often generalized to mean or connotate various eco-labels at a national and international level which include:

EU Ecolabel (Europe)
Blue Angel (Germany)
Green Seal (United States)
Eco Mark Japan
ECOLOGO (North America)
Nordic Swan (Nordic Countries)

All of these eco label have similar intent: to verify and identify with products that have minimal environmental impact.

Key features of ECO Mark Certification

Life cycle and sustainability performance based (LCA)
An eco-label of a Type I recognized under ISO 14024
Provides high assurance of minimizing environmental risk, resource efficiency and low toxicity to consumers
Commonly found in broad product categories, including: packaging, electronics, cleaning product, personal care products, paper products, and more

Why Eco labels matter globally?

The rise of climate change awareness, resource depletion, and green consumerism has resulted in priority being given to eco-labeled products by international buyers, regulators, and institutions.

Advantages for Businesses:

Achieve a competitive advantage in sustainable marketplace
Meet the standards set out for government procurement
Meet environmental product regulations across regions
Build credibility in brand aligned supply chains that prioritize ESG

Advantages for Consumers:

Have the knowledge to make informed, ethical purchases
Be assured from verified claims
Support brands that are protecting the planet

How ECO Mark Certification Opened New Opportunities?

In 2022, GreenLeaf Paper Pvt. Ltd.—a mid-sized paper manufacturer in Pune—was producing fully recycled paper but still losing out on big government supply tenders. “We were sustainable, but we couldn’t prove it on paper,” said Mr. Rajeev Jain, the company’s director.

That’s when they decided to get ECO Mark Certification, a BIS-backed label for environmentally friendly products.

Within six months, the results were clear:

30% increase in B2B orders
Approved vendor for Central Government stationery procurement
Stronger brand value with retail buyers

Products under ECO Mark

The Eco Mark scheme covers various Eco Mark product categories, including:

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Products	Products	Products	Products	Products
1. Soaps & Detergents Laundry soaps Detergent powders Toilet soaps	2. Paper Products Recycled paper Packaging materials	3. Food Items Edible oils Tea and coffee	4. Plastic & Polymer-Based Products Recycled plastic products Carry bags (biodegradable)	5. Textiles Organic cotton fabrics Jute-based products
6. Wood Substitutes Plywood Particle boards	7. Batteries Mercury-free batteries	8. Paints & Coatings Lead-free paints	9. Electronics & Electrical Goods Energy-efficient appliances CFL & LED lamps	10. Packaging Materials Eco-friendly packaging solutions

Step-By-Step Process for ECO Mark Certification

Whether you’re an import producer or producer in your local market, the process typically has these steps:

Step 1: Selecting an Eco Label
Determine a regional scheme that relates to your product group and target market.

Step 2: Understanding the Requirements
Review the product standards – The requirements for your product – which may include specifications on materials, emissions, recyclability, energy consumption, and hazardous substance based on the intended use.

Step 3: Testing and Research
Technical reports from engineering, laboratory analysis, and sustainability analysis is submitted.

Step 4: Third-parties Validation
The accredited bodies perform verification, monitoring, and laboratory testing.

Step 5: Certification
Once the regulated standards have been met, your product can carry the certified eco-label.

Purpose of ECO Mark Certification

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) introduced the Eco Mark Certification to promote the use of eco-friendly products in India. With the quality and safety rules, products are carefully checked out when it comes to some ecological criteria.

Promote Sustainable Products

Encouraging products that have little effect on the environment is one of the main goals of Eco Mark certification. Manufacturers are encouraged by the certification to apply methods of production that protect natural resources and reduce waste.

Reducing Environmental Pollution

Encourage the production and utilization of Eco Mark products, which apply less natural resources, make less waste, and are less polluting.

Improve Waste Management

To make it as possible, promote the use of recyclable, biodegradable, and non-toxic materials in the environment.

Promotion of Green Manufacturing

Encourage sustainable development and energy-efficient manufacturing, under the BIS certification position.

Details about the Eco Mark certification are provided above, which highlights the need to provide eco-friendly solutions to many industries as an obvious step toward a sustainable future.

Documents required for ECO Mark Certification

Product details
NABL accreditation
Details and information obtained from the lab
Product Catalog
Samples information
Certificate of incorporation (in case of an industry or company)
Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association (in case of an industry or company)

Procedure for Obtaining the ECO Mark Certification

Understanding the Requirements:

Select Product Category Useful for Eco Mark: Eco Mark recognizes various product categories like paper, plastics, textiles, food items, paints, soaps, and detergents. The primary activity is to ascertain the category to which your product belongs.

Evaluate a specific standard: Other IS standards set standards for the environment for each product category. The guidelines, which you may obtain from the BIS website, describe the conditions that your product must meet to be issued an Eco Mark certification. Before continuing, you have to know the requirements.

Application and Documentation:

Make the application prepared: The application may be obtained from the BIS website.
Collect Additional Documents: The following must be included in the application documents’ wide scope:
Details and features of the product.
Details about the manufacturing process.
Details about the raw materials’ effects on the environment.
Test results from certified labs proving commitment to the relevant IS needs.
Methods for waste management.
Any methods for putting or recycling that are followed.
Fill in Your Application: Fill up the application and send it, together with any supporting paperwork that is required, to the relevant BIS office.

Preliminary Assessment:

BIS Evaluation: The application, while helping with paperwork, will be evaluated for accuracy and form during the BIS.
Information and Clarification: BIS may request further information or clarification at this point. Be precise and on time.

Auditing and testing:

Factory audit: An on-site inspection of the production facility conducted by BIS-authorized staff to confirm the data provided in the application and evaluate how well environmental management procedures are being implemented.
Product Testing: In order to evaluate compliance to the necessary IS standards, BIS will help in the testing of product samples at authorized laboratories. Usually, the applicant is responsible for paying for the testing.

Certification and Licensing:

Evaluation: The factory inspection report and test results for Eco Mark Criteria compliance could act as the basis for the evaluation.
License Grant: Following a positive review, BIS grants permission to use the Eco Mark.
Agreement and Fees: The company would sign an agreement with BIS and pay license fees.

Eligibility Criteria for ECO Mark Certification

Inclusion within a product category

The product must lie within a product category that is part of the selected eco-labeling framework.

Common categories include:

Detergents and cleaners
Paper and packaging
Electronics and appliances
Construction materials
Textiles and garments
Paints and coatings
Personal care products

Environmental performance

The product must as a minimum demonstrate that it meets life-cycle-based environmental performance criteria including:

Energy and water, at low levels
Greenhouse gas emissions at lower levels
Non-toxic, or low-toxicity chemicals
Suitable degree of recyclable, reusable, or biodegradable packaging
Limited degree of environmental impacts when disposed of

Technical and regulatory compliance

The product should meet any applicable national and international standards for all aspects of quality, safety and performance (e.g., relevant BIS standards in India, EN standards through Europe).
There should also be compliance with local environmental regulations and safety standards.

Third-party testing and documentation

The applicant must submit validated test reports from accredited laboratories and technical dossiers to demonstrate the full bill of materials or formulations.
All applicable environmental controls applied to the manufacturing processes should be demonstrated (e.g., waste management, pollution control).

No harmful substances

As a requirement for Eco Mark Certification, the product must not involve any prohibited or restricted chemicals and heavy metals or substances that are harmful to human health, when used for their intended purpose, or the environment.

Your product can be Eco Mark certified if it is safe for the environment, meets performance standards, and fits into a recognized product category, like detergents, packaging, or electronics.

Penalties for Non-Compliance of ECO Mark Certification

What occurs if companies fail to comply with these environmental regulations? The penalties for breaking the terms of the Eco Mark license are high and equal to the scope of the violation. Below is a breakdown of possible penalties:

Fines
Suspension
Revocation of the license

Advantages of ECO Mark Certification

The Eco Mark Registration scheme provides significant advantages to both manufacturers and their products

The Following are some key benefits of Eco Mark Registration for manufacturers as well as Products.

Advantages of Eco mark registration for manufactures	Advantages of Eco mark registration for products
1. By focusing on sustainability manufacturers can set themselves apart from the competitive world.	1. Products that have eco marks are considered to be reliable and environmentally friendly which easily develops consumer confidence and long-term loyalty.
2. Eco-friendly certification allows products to both enter locally and globally.	2. Eco-Mark products are made with non-toxic, skin-friendly components that are safe for the whole family.
3. To assist in minimizing waste, Eco Mark encourages manufacturers to begin recycling and other methods for waste management.	3. Customers’ compliments of eco-friendly product producers improve their credibility as well as trust in the marketplace.
4. With an emphasis on reducing the risks of non-compliance and potential penalties, Eco Mark registration shows that environmental standards are being given careful consideration	4. Eco-Mark-certified products promote sustainable consumption techniques and help India’s global sustainability targets.
5. By obtaining an Eco Mark, manufacturers are frequently motivated to invest money in Research and development to produce more environmentally friendly goods and procedures.	5. Eco Mark products provide useful and functional solutions to regular issues since they are made with effectiveness and practicality in mind.

Why choose Diligence Certification for your ECO Mark Certification?

Diligence Certification is a trusted provider of Eco Mark certification, a brand in India that promotes environmentally friendly products.

There are several advantages to choosing Diligence Certification for your Eco Mark certification, such as:

Expertise and Experience: Diligence Certification has an expert team with years of experience that are experienced in the Eco Mark certification process. They have an established history of assisting companies to obtain their products certified by the Eco Mark.
Simplified Procedure: By simplifying the Eco Mark certification process, Diligence Certification reduces both costs and time.
Reliability: Being a recognized certifying management, Diligence Certification’s certification procedure is transparent, impartial, and compliant with worldwide regulations.
Broad range of products: Diligence Certification provides Eco Mark certification for a broad range of items, such as cleaning supplies, paints, paper goods, textiles, and more. The result is that it is easy for companies to get certification for many products under one roof.
Continuous Support: To guide companies in maintaining their certification and continuously improving their environmental performance, they offer ongoing guidance and support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eco Mark Certification?

Eco Mark Certification is a voluntary eco-label for products that meets both environmental standards and quality standards which can aide consumers to distinguish environmentally safe products.

Who is in charge of issuing Eco Mark Certification?

In India, it is issued by Bureau of Indian Standards(BIS) which is a branch of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. Similar eco-labels also exist in other parts of the world such as EU Ecolabel, Blue Angel and Green Seal.

Is Eco Mark Certification compulsory?

No. Eco Mark is a voluntary and does not have to be done, however if a business is selling products in the eco-conscious markets or targeting government procurement Eco Mark can validate their products claims and gives credibility.

What products will Eco Mark work for?

Eco Mark works for products in range like soaps, detergents, paper, packaging, electronics, textiles and cosmetics, but only if they meet the environmental standards safety.

How can I apply for Eco Mark Certification?

The application must be submitted to the appropriate national eco-label authority for your country (in India it is BIS). The Eco Mark application process involves paperwork and the product will have to be tested, the factory must also be audited.

How long does the certification last?

The certification usually lasts for 1- 3 years from the issuing authority, Eco Mark can be renewed after re-assessment of the product.

What is the benefit of Eco Mark for manufacturers?

The Eco Mark benefits manufacturers in terms of brand reputation, increases access to green markets, aligns with ESG objectives, and helps to comply for government tenders or retail compliance.

Is Eco Mark accepted in other countries?

Eco Mark India is specific to India, but many other countries have ecolabels, all of which reference the ISO 14024 Type I eco-label standard making them accepted throughout the world.

What is the cost of Eco Mark Certification?

The cost of certification varies by product, area, and testing requirements. The costs generally include application fees, testing fees, and may have inspection fees.

Can exporters receive benefits from Eco Mark Certification?

Yes! Eco Mark Certification can allow exporters to distinguish themselves in the eco-conscious international market especially in Europe, North America and Japan.

What is a global Eco label?

A global eco label is a certification that demonstrates that a product is environmentally responsible and meets international sustainable criteria.

How Do I get my product eco friendly certified?

You have to apply to an authorized eco-label program, address their criteria and have a third-party test your product.

Is Eco Mark globally accepted?

The term "Eco Mark" can represent a number of certifications around the world. There will be a label that fits your target market (e.g., EU Ecolabel in Europe).

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