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Take-Back Programme Documentation
CircularityThe manufacturer operates a programme to reclaim the product at end of life, under published terms.
You might see it written as: Take-back program · Product reclamation · End-of-life take-back
Issued by: Manufacturer programme terms
What it proves
The manufacturer operates a programme to reclaim the product at end of life, under published terms.
What it does not prove
- That reclaimed product is actually recycled into new product — ask for recovery outcomes.
- Availability in your region or for your project size.
Claims it can support
- Claims Recyclable →
high risk
- Claims Take-Back Programme →
medium risk
- Claims Closed-Loop Recycled Content →
medium risk
Evidence checklist
- Minimum authority
- Manufacturer declared
- Should state
- Program Terms · Regions Covered · Materials Accepted
- Date sensitivity
- Expiry is not the primary issue; check scope and method instead.
Programmes are sometimes discontinued quietly; confirm it is active.
Source: FTC Green Guides ↗