As global fashion and textile supply chains face mounting scrutiny over deforestation, emissions, and traceability, SRCCS certification has become a vital tool for proving the sustainable origin of regenerated cellulose fibers. This guide gives manufacturers, traders, and brands a clear, up-to-date overview of the standard, its requirements, and how to get certified.

What is SRCCS?

SRCCS stands for the Sustainable Regenerated Cellulosics Content Standard – a voluntary, internationally recognized product standard. It sets the benchmarks for independent, third-party verification of sustainable regenerated cellulosic fiber content, chain of custody, social and environmental practices, risk assessment, and safe chemical management.

The standard was originally developed by Control Union Certifications (CUC) in 2020, with support from the global brand C&A. It evolved from the earlier SVCOC – Sustainable Viscose Chain of Custody Standard. The current version is SRCCS V3.1, released in late 2023 and published in early 2024.

The core objective of SRCCS is to trace the origin of Man-Made Cellulosic Fibers (MMCF) and confirm that they are derived from three sustainable sources: responsibly managed forests, consciously sourced post-consumer textile waste, and plant-based agro-residue inputs.

Understanding MMCF – the fibers at the heart of SRCCS

Man-made cellulosic fibers (also called regenerated cellulosic fibers) are produced from natural plant materials, most commonly wood pulp. This family includes:

• Viscose (rayon): the most commercially dominant MMCF and a first-generation fiber.
• Lyocell: produced using the NMMO solvent in a near-complete closed-loop recovery process, widely regarded as more environmentally favorable.
• Modal: a stronger, refined variant of viscose.
• Acetate and Cupro: additional MMCF categories.

The sustainability challenge is significant: if wood feedstock is not responsibly sourced, MMCF production can contribute to the loss of ancient and high conservation value forests. Environmental groups estimate that roughly 150 million trees are logged annually to produce viscose feedstock. Processing chemicals, if not handled in closed-loop systems, can also harm ecosystems. SRCCS addresses both risks through independent verification.

Scope and key requirements of the SRCCS standard

SRCCS is built on leading international benchmarks, including ISO/IEC 17065, ISO/IEC Directives Part 2, ISO/IEC Guide 59, and ILO Conventions. Its key requirements include:

1. Sustainable regenerated cellulosic content

The standard applies to products containing at least 5% sustainable material, calculated as a percentage of the entire product (excluding accessories and trims).

2. Chain of custody

SRCCS verifies the flow of materials from the first processing unit to the final product, typically through Scope Certificates and Transaction Certificates that allow each link in the supply chain to demonstrate the integrity of its product claims.

3. Approved input feedstock

The accredited certification body assesses facilities producing regenerated cellulosic fiber and filament, focusing on three feedstock categories: pulp from responsibly managed forests, pulp from consciously sourced post-consumer textile waste, and pulp from plant-based agro-residue.

4. Social, environmental, and chemical practices

SRCCS requires social compliance at each production stage, the use of safe chemicals, and responsible use of air, land, water, and energy – supporting a lower-carbon production model.

Benefits of SRCCS certification

Achieving SRCCS certification delivers tangible value for fiber producers, textile manufacturers, and fashion brands:

1. Proven sustainable origin: demonstrates the use of pulp from responsibly managed forests or recycled post-consumer textile inputs.
2. Supply chain transparency: enables full traceability of materials, meeting growing brand and consumer expectations.
3. Export competitiveness: aligns with the procurement criteria of international brands and supports compliance with emerging regulations such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
4. Risk management: reduces chemical, environmental, and social risks through the standard’s integrated risk assessment.
5. Stronger partner trust: builds a credible, trusted supply chain for international customers.

SRCCS in the wider sustainability landscape

SRCCS complements, rather than replaces, other sustainability standards. Companies often implement it alongside:

• GRS – Global Recycled Standard: for recycled content more broadly.
• GOTS – Global Organic Textile Standard: for organic textiles.
• CCS – Content Claim Standard: for content claim verification.
• FSC / PEFC: for responsible forest management of wood feedstock.
• CanopyStyle and the Hot Button Report: which rank viscose producers on their progress in eliminating ancient and endangered forest wood.

Industry momentum is clear. According to the 10th-anniversary edition of the Hot Button Report (published October 2025), the global MMCF sector has transformed dramatically: from zero low-risk “Green Shirt” producers in 2016 to 21 in 2025, while more than 550 leading brands now use the report as a sourcing guide. SRCCS gives manufacturers a practical way to align with this shift toward transparent, responsibly sourced cellulosic fibers.

The SRCCS certification process

A typical certification journey includes:

1. Gap analysis: reviewing current feedstock sources, traceability records, and management systems against SRCCS V3.1 requirements.
2. System and documentation setup: establishing chain-of-custody control, mass balance, chemical management, and social/environmental records.
3. Awareness and internal training: equipping teams to operate and maintain the system.
4. Mock audit and corrective actions: conducting internal review and resolving non-conformities.
5. Certification audit: assessment by an accredited certification body and issuance of the Scope Certificate.
6. Surveillance and maintenance: annual audits and Transaction Certificates for shipments.

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With deep expertise in ESG and international sustainability standards for the textile and fiber industries, we support businesses across the entire SRCCS journey:

• End-to-end SRCCS implementation consulting: gap analysis, documentation, traceability, and mass-balance systems.
• Awareness and internal auditor training on SRCCS and related standards (GRS, FSC, CCS).
• Audit preparation and support with accredited certification bodies.
• International compliance advisory: EUDR readiness and alignment with brand MMCF policies.
• Bilingual (Vietnamese–English) documentation for working with overseas customers and certification bodies.

Frequently asked questions

How is SRCCS different from GRS? GRS covers recycled content broadly, including synthetic fibers, while SRCCS is specific to regenerated cellulosic fibers (MMCF) such as viscose, lyocell, and modal, with a focus on tracing sustainable cellulosic pulp.

Who should pursue SRCCS certification? Producers of regenerated cellulosic fibers, spinning/weaving/dyeing/garment factories using viscose, lyocell, or modal, traders, and brands seeking to substantiate sustainability claims for MMCF-containing products.

What is the minimum content threshold? Products must contain at least 5% sustainable material, excluding accessories and trims.

What is the latest version of the standard? The current version is SRCCS V3.1, released in late 2023 and published in early 2024.

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