In a claim regarding the recycled content of a plastic bottle, do I have to specify which part is made of recycled plastic (e.g., “bottle with a body made of recycled plastic, cap and label made of virgin plastic”)?

Yes, claims regarding the content of recycled material must always be specified and qualified by indicating the item to which the claim refers—e.g., product, component, packaging, or packaging component—and the percentage of recycled material. Claims that do not clearly specify the subject of the claim are prohibited.

Last modified on 08/10/2026