The System Update is mandatory for all ISCC System Users, ISCC Auditors and cooperating Certification Bodies.
Launch of Standalone ISCC PLUS System Documents
– Now Open for Public Consultation –
We are happy and excited to share an important strategic update regarding the ISCC PLUS certification scheme.
As announced during our previous ISCC PLUS stakeholder meetings, we are introducing a standalone set of ISCC PLUS System Documents. The new documents are entirely independent from the ISCC EU System Documents and officially came into effect on 1 July 2025 with an 18-month transition period to support a smooth implementation for all stakeholders.
Public Consultation
We welcome feedback from System Users, Certification Bodies, and other interested stakeholders. The new ISCC PLUS System Documents are open to public consultation until 1 October 2025. Interested parties can download the documents and submit their feedback via the ISCC website.
Additionally, a document with an overview of changes is available for reference.
What Is Changing?
The content of the ISCC PLUS system requirements remains largely the same.
The key update is the removal of references to the ISCC EU certification system. This shift leads to increased transparency and accessibility and allows ISCC PLUS to operate independently. Please note that some traceability and chain of custody requirements have been refined to improve clarity and practical implementation. We made these changes in alignment with the ISCC PLUS Mass Balance Working Group discussions.
Why This Structural Shift?
ISCC PLUS was developed based on the ISCC EU scheme. Over time, it has experienced successful global growth, as well as increasing stakeholder demand for greater autonomy. As a result, ISCC PLUS is now evolving to better reflect its broader application across a wide range of materials, industries, products and markets, in both the voluntary and regulatory space. Operating independently will allow us to react more swiftly to market demands, stakeholder feedback, technological advancements, and regulatory developments regarding, for example, recycling content targets, plastic taxes, or EPR systems.
Impact on Current Certifications
This structural update does not impact the validity of your existing certifications or any planned audits, nor does it disrupt current operations. ISCC PLUS will continue to recognise materials certified under ISCC EU, and combined ISCC EU and PLUS audits remain possible. Should you have any immediate questions or require specific support, please do not hesitate to contact us.