ISO 14024: Environmental certification of products manufactured by the “Planet Plastic” plant
What is ISO 14024 and Why is it Important for Factory Clients?
When you are offered “eco-friendly products,” how can you verify that it is not just empty promises? This is exactly why ISO 14024 exists — an international standard for Type I environmental labeling, which confirms that a product genuinely possesses environmental performance indicators that are superior to the market average.
The key difference between ISO 14024 and standard manufacturer claims is independent third-party assessment. We didn’t award ourselves a “green” rating; instead, an accredited body meticulously verified:
- Raw material composition — laboratory testing confirmed the absence of toxic substances;
- Manufacturing processes — auditors evaluated energy efficiency and waste management at every stage of production;
- Full lifecycle — from raw materials to the disposal of products after use.
For our clients — agricultural enterprises, construction companies, and public utilities — this means solid confidence. You receive documented material specifications that can be confidently utilized in critical projects, rather than generic statements about “caring for nature.”
Renewal of ISO 14024 Certification in 2025
In December 2025, the Planeta Plastik plant officially renewed its product certification under the ISO 14024:2018 standard following a forced hiatus caused by the full-scale war.
Between 2022 and 2025, our primary goal was straightforward — to build new manufacturing capacities and supply the country’s critical infrastructure with polymer sleeves, pipes, and films for farmers.
Despite objective limitations, we never lowered our manufacturing technology standards. The exact same premium raw material quality, the same production processes, and the same quality control at every stage remained intact — simply without the official confirmation from the certifying body.
In 2025, the time came to restore official status to what had always been a reality:
✅ Independent audit — inspectors verified every single production line;
✅ Updated laboratory testing — the full product composition was validated through comprehensive testing;
✅ Review of current product lines — the exact products you purchase today have been certified.
The Result: Certificate №UA.08.002.605, which confirms compliance with the requirements of SOU OEM 08.002.14.055:2020 — a Ukrainian standard harmonized with the European EU Ecolabel and Nordic Swan criteria.
What the “Green Crane” Mark Means on Products
Have you already noticed the crane logo on the labels of our films, pipes, or sleeves? It is not just an attractive image. The “Green Crane” is an international symbol of ISO 14024 eco-certification, which guarantees three things:
🌿 The product features environmental performance indicators superior to the market average
🔍 The evaluation was conducted by an independent third party
♻️ The full lifecycle has been accounted for — from raw materials to disposal
How Certification Happened: A Look Behind the Scenes
During the certification process, auditors did not merely examine finished films and pipes. They investigated the entire product creation journey:
1. Raw Materials
We utilize polymers that are 100% recyclable. Inspectors verified suppliers, certificates for each batch of raw materials, and the absence of toxic additives in the formulation. Absolutely zero lead, cadmium, or phthalates — substances restricted in the EU.
2. Energy-Efficient Production
Auditors quite literally calculated the exact volume of water and electricity consumed per linear meter of pipe or film. Why does this matter? Because sustainability is not just about composition, but also about how many natural resources the manufacturing facility consumes.
3. Logistics and Packaging
Even the way we pack finished products onto pallets was audited. Minimal single-use packaging, maximum utilization of secondary materials. Every detail matters.
4. Disposal and Recycling
Our certified products are 100% recyclable, closing the loop of the “production → use → recycling” lifecycle. Has your film reached the end of its service life? Send it for recycling, and it will be turned into new products.
This is why the “Green Crane” is not a decorative sticker, but proof of a systematic approach to environmental sustainability.
Which Planet Plastic Products are ISO 14024 Certified?
An important detail: ISO 14024 certification applies to specific types of products that have undergone a full lifecycle assessment, rather than the facility as a whole. Let us look at each product category in more detail.
Greenhouse Covering Films
If you grow cucumbers, tomatoes, or flowers under our greenhouse films, you can remain completely confident in the eco-friendliness of your harvest. Certification confirms:
- A safe material composition with zero migration of harmful substances;
- Absence of toxic emissions when heated under the sun;
- Suitability for use in organic farming.
Why is this vital? Consider this: greenhouse film is exposed to solar radiation all season long, heating up to 60–70°C. If dangerous additives were present in its composition, they could be released into the greenhouse air and settle on the plants. Our certification guarantees that this does not happen.
Mulching Films
Mulch film lies directly on the soil throughout the entire season, contacting the earth, rainwater, and plant roots. Therefore, ecological control over its composition is absolutely critical here. ISO 14024 confirms:
- Absence of heavy metals and toxic pigments;
- Zero migration of harmful substances into the soil;
- Full recyclability after use.
Practical Tip: Once the season is over, the collected film can be sent for recycling. Many regional recycling centers accept polyethylene, especially if it is clean and free of organic residues.
Silage Films
Silage films hermetically seal feed for months. The material directly contacts what your livestock will consume, which means it indirectly affects the milk and meat consumed by people. ISO 14024 guarantees:
- Material safety for long-term feed storage;
- Stability of properties throughout the entire ensiling period;
- Zero adverse impact on the fermentation process.
Many of our agricultural clients export dairy products to the EU. European importers increasingly request proof of quality across the entire supply chain — including materials used for feed storage. Our certificate satisfies this requirement completely.
Harwell™ Polymer Sleeves for Grain and Feed Storage
Harwell™ is our flagship product, trusted by thousands of farms across Ukraine and abroad. A grain silo bag can store hundreds of tons of wheat, corn, soybeans, sunflowers, and other grains for months. Eco-certification here signifies:
- A guarantee of grain safety during long-term contact with the polymer;
- Compliance with export requirements for agricultural commodities;
- Suitability for use in organic production.
Polyethylene Pipes for Water Supply and Gas Distribution
Pipes represent infrastructure built for decades. A polyethylene pipe can serve for 50+ years. Therefore, eco-friendliness here is not just a passing trend, but a responsibility to future generations. ISO 14024 certification validates:
- Strict material composition control to ensure the absence of harmful impurities;
- Complete safety for transporting drinking water;
- Reduced environmental impact throughout the full lifecycle.
If you are executing a water supply project with international funding (EBRD, World Bank, EU4Ukraine, etc.), environmental criteria are frequently a mandatory component of the technical specifications. Our certificate automatically meets this requirement. For municipalities, this serves as a powerful argument in “green” procurement — an increasing number of Ukrainian cities are integrating sustainability criteria into their tenders.
Practical Business Benefits of ISO 14024 Certification
Fine, you might say, the environmental aspect is clear. But what does this offer specifically to my business? Let us look at the facts.
Export and Foreign Trade
Are you working with European partners or planning to enter EU markets? ISO 14024 certification streamlines your dialogue with foreign clients.
Agricultural Production
Do you cultivate organic produce or export vegetables, berries, and grain? Eco-certification of materials that contact your harvest is an integral link in your total quality chain. The absence of harmful substance migration from the film into the soil or feed yields a cleaner end product. For organic farms, this is critical — a single non-compliant material can invalidate an entire organic certification status.
Tenders and Procurement
Do you participate in public or international tenders? More and more procurement processes include environmental criteria within their qualification requirements or bid evaluation systems.
How it works: In a tender for supplying pipes to reconstruct a water main, there is a criterion: “availability of a third-party environmental certificate.” If you bid using our products, those bonus points are automatically yours.
Brand Reputation and Marketing
Do you want to promote the eco-friendliness of your products or services? ISO 14024 certification gives you the right to speak about sustainability with documented proof. This is not just your corporate opinion — it is the verdict of independent experts.
Application Example: A commercial greenhouse enterprise can state on its website: “We grow vegetables under ISO 14024 eco-certified films.” This is a concrete, verifiable claim rather than vague promises of “eco-friendly produce.”
Frequently Asked Questions About ISO 14024
What exactly does the “Green Crane” mark on the packaging mean?
The presence of the mark confirms that the product has passed an independent evaluation by an accredited certification body and possesses environmental performance indicators superior to the market average. It is an official third-party conclusion, not a self-declaration by the manufacturer.
How does ISO 14024 differ from standard environmental declarations issued by a manufacturer?
The core difference is the independence of the verification. A manufacturer’s environmental declaration (ISO 14021, Type II) is a claim a company makes about itself. ISO 14024 (Type I) is an external auditor’s verdict following laboratory testing, factory inspections, and a full lifecycle assessment.
Can the ISO 14024 certificate be used in tenders and business negotiations?
Yes. ISO 14024 is a globally recognized international standard accepted as proof of environmental compliance in:
- Public procurement in Ukraine (e.g., ProZorro);
- Tenders held by international organizations (EBRD, World Bank, UN, etc.);
- Negotiations with European partners;
- Export contracts containing environmental sustainability clauses.
You can include a copy of the certificate in your tender proposals or commercial documentation packages.
Does the certification cover all factory products?
No. An ISO 14024 certificate is issued for specific types of products that have successfully passed evaluation. The current list of certified items is detailed in Appendix 1 to Certificate № UA.08.002.605. If you require certified products, please verify their presence on the list or contact our sales team for clarification.
Do I need to do anything as a client to prove environmental compliance?
No, nothing extra is required on your part. When you purchase certified Planet Plastic products, you automatically receive the right to reference their environmental compliance. Upon request, we will provide you with a copy of the certificate for your negotiations, tenders, or documentation needs.
Have other questions? Drop us a line
Important for Partners
📄 The current ISO 14024 certificate (№ UA.08.002.605) and the full list of certified products are available in the “Certificates” section.
Planning a Project with High Environmental Requirements?
Whether it is an export contract with a European partner, an infrastructure development tender, or organic product certification — if environmental sustainability matters, we are ready for dialogue. Our products are already serving in projects where ecological standards are a mandatory part of the technical task, not just buzzwords.
Let’s bring your project to life together.
Contact the Sales Department:
📞 +38 (044) 229-00-00
✉️ office@planetaplast.com