DIN-Geprüft
DIN CERTCO Gesellschaft für Konformitätsbewertung mbH / TÜV Rheinland
Certification mark for Additives (e.g. printing inks, colours, adhaesives etc.) used for compostable products on basis of EN 13432 / ASTM 6400) also for compostable products e.g. packaging
Key Strengths
- Backed by DIN CERTCO and TÜV Rheinland, two globally respected German standards and testing bodies
- Third-party verification following ISO/IEC Guide 65 ensures high credibility
- Recognized across 26+ countries, providing broad international market access
- Covers both additives and finished compostable products under a single mark
- Based on internationally recognized standards EN 13432 and ASTM 6400
- Supports regulatory compliance and retail/procurement requirements for compostable claims
Ideal For
DIN-Geprüft is best suited for manufacturers of additives (such as printing inks, colours, and adhesives) and producers of compostable products (such as packaging) who need to demonstrate compliance with EN 13432 or ASTM 6400 standards. It is particularly valuable for companies targeting European and international markets where third-party verified compostability claims are required for regulatory compliance or retail acceptance.
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Overview
Certification mark for Additives (e.g. printing inks, colours, adhaesives etc.) used for compostable products on basis of EN 13432 / ASTM 6400) also for compostable products e.g. packaging
Requirements & Verification
Evidence Requirements
Conformity with DIN-Geprüft's standard is verified by an independent organization (third party) following ISO / IEC Guide 65 Product Certification
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Assessment Process
Certification is conducted by an independent third-party body following ISO/IEC Guide 65 (ISO/IEC 17065) product certification procedures. The process involves submission of product documentation, laboratory testing of the product or additive against EN 13432 or ASTM 6400 compostability requirements, and review of test results by DIN CERTCO assessors. There is no written exam; conformity is established through technical testing and document review.
Renewal & Compliance
Certification is subject to ongoing surveillance and periodic renewal as required by ISO/IEC Guide 65 (now ISO/IEC 17065) product certification procedures. Certificate holders must maintain conformity with the applicable standard and are subject to periodic audits or re-testing. Specific renewal intervals and fees are determined by DIN CERTCO on a case-by-case basis.
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Consider Alternatives If...
Companies seeking certification for products that are not intended to be compostable or biodegradable should look elsewhere, as DIN-Geprüft in this context is specifically scoped to compostability standards. Organizations outside the packaging, additives, or materials sector will find limited applicability.
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