What is BS EN 16935 - Bio-based products about ?
BS EN 16935 specifies requirements for transparent and non-misleading business-to-consumer communication of characteristics of bio-based products by means of labelling and claims. It does not specify requirements for bio-based products.
BS EN 16935 is intended to be used as a tool to generate and transfer information to the consumer and/or as an input for product-specific standards and certification schemes.
Business-to-business communication is covered by EN 16848[1].
Note: BS EN 16935 is applicable to all claims which are based on or make reference to bio-based content (e.g., vegetable-based, plant-based).
Who is BS EN 16935 - Bio-based products for ?
BS EN 16935 on ambient air is relevant to:
- Researchers and scientists
- Small Bio-product businesses
- Organizations placing bio-products in market
Why should you use BS EN 16935 - Bio-based products ?
A bio-based product is derived entirely or in part from biological materials, excluding materials embedded in geological formations or that are fossilized.
BS EN 16935 specifies requirements for transparent, non-misleading communication of biobased products' characteristics through labelling and claims, thereby enabling end-users to avoid misleading claims, misleading labelling, and other misrepresentations.
BS EN 16935 outlines methods for clear communication regarding the information mentioned on bioproducts and for better packaging and labelling, benefiting both manufacturers and packagers with comprehensive information.
By utilizing a comprehensive best practice guide for packaging and labelling of your bioproducts, you can improve communication between business and customers without misleading or communicating with your customers incorrectly using BS EN 16935 guidelines.
