ISCC EU

ISCC EU is an international certification system designed to verify compliance with the sustainability and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission savings criteria set forth by the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive (RED II).

ISCC EU

ISCC EU is an international certification system designed to verify compliance with the sustainability and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission savings criteria set forth by the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive (RED II).

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Materials Covered

All types of agricultural and forest biomass, biogenic waste and residues,

non-biological renewables, and recycled carbon-based materials.

Empty Palm Fruit Bunch (EFB) Oil

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Used Cooking Oil (UCO)

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Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME) Oil

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Palm Kernel Shells

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Scope of Application

Sustainable fuels used for transport, electricity, heating and cooling and the production of electricity, heating and cooling from biomass in the European Union.


Covering biofuels, bioliquids, biomass fuels, advanced fuels, low ilUC risk fuels, RFNBOs*, and recycled carbon fuels*.


*Recognition pending

Acceptance of Other Schemes

All voluntary schemes and national schemes that are formally recognised by the European Commission in the framework of the RED II.

Benefits of ISCC EU

The ISCC EU provides several benefits, particularly for companies involved in biofuels, biomass, and circular economy materials:

Market access

ISCC EU is recognized under RED II, allowing certified companies to legally participate in the European biofuel and renewable energy market

Competitive advantage

Companies with ISCC EU certification gain credibility as sustainable and responsible businesses, attracting more partners and customers

Regulatory compliance

With stricter environmental laws emerging globally, ISCC EU-certified companies stay ahead of regulatory changes

Sustainable sourcing

Ensures that raw materials come from sustainable sources, preventing deforestation, land degradation, and social exploitation

Who is This Certification for?

The ISCC EU is designed for businesses involved in the supply chain of sustainable biofuels, biomass, and circular economy materials. It is particularly relevant for industries that need to comply with the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED II)

Farmers

& Plantations

Growers of crops like palm oil, soy, sugarcane, rapeseed, corn, and wheat used for biofuels

UCO &

Animal Fat Processors

Businesses collecting and refining UCO or animal fats for biofuel production

Supply Chain Companies

Companies handling the storage and transportation of certified materials

Biofuel & Biogas Producers

Producers of biofuels made from sustainable raw materials

Traders

Businesses trading sustainable raw materials or biofuels.

Oil Refineries &

Fuel Distributors

Refineries blending biofuels with fossil fuels to meet sustainability mandates and companies supplying sustainable fuels to the European market

Certification Process 🔍

1. Fill the Application Form

Companies must complete and submit the application form with the necessary details

2. Application Review

The submitted application is reviewed to verify completeness and eligibility.

3. Complete the Audit Payment

Upon approval of the application, the company proceeds with the required audit payment

4. Plan the Audit

The audit schedule is arranged based on mutual agreement between QSI and the client

5. Conduct the Audit

An audit is performed to assess compliance with the relevant standards

6. Certification Decision

Based on the audit results, QSI decides whether to:

  • approve, or;
  • reject the certification.

If rejected, companies may follow the appeal procedure

7. Certificate Issuance

If approved, the certification is granted, and the certificate is issued.

FAQs

  • What products can be certified under ISCC?

    • Biofuels and Renewable Energy: Bioethanol, Biodiesel, Biogas, Renewable energy
    • Agricultural Products and Feedstocks: Oilseeds (e.g., palm oil, soybean, rapeseed), Sugarcane and other crops, Wheat, Corn, and Rice, 
    • Forestry and Forest Products: Wood and wood-based products, Timber and pulp
    • Waste and Residues: Waste oils, Food waste, agricultural residues, and organic waste
    • Textiles and Bioplastics: Bioplastics, Sustainable fibers
    • Food and Feed Industry: Sustainable food production, Animal feed
    • Circular Economy and Recycling: Recycling of materials

  • How to get ISCC certificate?

    To obtain the ISCC certificate you must have an agreement with one of recognized CB by ISCC. With the agreement, you must be registered and approved by ISCC to be an ISCC system user. If you have been granted a registration approval from ISCC, the audit can be conducted. The ISCC certificate will be awarded upon successful audit result. For applying the ISCC certification you can refer to the link ISCC - PT Qualitas Sertifikasi Indonesia

  • What are the evaluation procedures to be registered as ISCC system user?

    After submitting the application form to PT QSI, the technical reviewer will evaluate the application form. If the information on the application form considered sufficient, the next step will be an agreement. With the signed agreement from both us and you, you can register to ISCC as the ISCC system user.

  • How to maintain ISCC certificate remains valid?

    • All requirements of ISCC must be complied
    • The recertification audit (annually) must be participated with successful result
    • Participating the recertification audit in due time

  • How to extend certification scope under ISCC?

    You are required inform the CB during the validity of the certificate the scope you intend to be extended. You are able to extend a certification scope during surveillance or recertification audit.

  • How to drop ISCC scope that has been covered in the valid certificate?

    You are required inform the CB during the validity of the certificate the scope you intend to drop. You are able to drop a certification scope during surveillance or recertification audit.

  • How can ISCC certificate be suspended or withdrawn?

    Depending on the severity of a detected non-conformity to ISCC requirements, the status of a certificate can be changed; i.e. a certificate can be suspended or withdrawn.

  • What are the requirements to be certified for ISCC?

    • Engaging to a CB 
    • Registering to ISCC as ISCC system user
    • Participating in ISCC audit with positive result
    • Compliance to the ISCC requirements

  • How long does it take to receive a certificate?

    This highly depends on what you already have in place and how fast you are prepared for the audit.

  • How long is the ISCC certification process?

    ISCC certification process depends on the scope, the complexity of the units certified, and the NCs closure if applicable.

  • How much is the cost for ISCC certification?

    The cost depends on the scope and services proposed.

  • What are the services that PT QSI offers for ISCC certification?

    Our services cover:

    • ISCC EU
    • ISCC PLUS
    • ISCC Waste and Residue

  • Can ISCC certify waste and residue?

    Yes, ISCC can certify several waste and residue including Used Cooking Oil (UCO) and Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME).

  • Why should we be certified under ISCC?

    Because ISCC certificate allow your company to participate an integral member of a RED certified sustainable supply chain for European sustainable market.

  • Is it possible to add a warehouse, input material or product to my certification during the certification period?

    Yes, this is possible. We will decide if an additional audit is necessary or not. The updated documents will be sent to ISCC and the new certificate uploaded on the ISCC website.

  • Do I need ISCC certified material before the certification can start?

    Describe the item or answer the question so that site For an initial audit you need to prepare templates and other documents (please see check list in client section on ISCC website). Please note that the receipt of sustainable material is only possible if the recipient has a valid certificate (ISCC System Document 203, chapter 3.3.2).


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  • What is the validity of a certificate?

    The validity of the ISCC certificate is one year – precondition is the successful audit.

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