Gerecyclede

Gerecyclede is the past participle of the Dutch verb recycleren and is used as an adjective meaning “recycled.” It describes materials, products, or components that have been subjected to recycling processes so they can be used again rather than disposed of.

In practice, gerecyclede is a common label in sectors such as packaging, textiles, construction, and electronics. Examples include gerecyclede materialen, gerecyclede papierkarton, and gerecyclede plastics. The term does not specify the degree of processing or the exact proportion of recycled material; for such details, qualifiers like volledig gerecycled (fully recycled) or deels gerecyclede inhoud (partially recycled content) may be used.

Environmental and regulatory contexts distinguish between post-consumer and pre-consumer recycling, and between recycled-content and remanufacturing. In supply chains, gerecyclede goods may bear certifications or claims aligned with standards such as the Global Recycled Standard or the EU ecolabels to verify recycled content and material safety.

While the term is widely used, its marketing value depends on verifiable content. Consumers and businesses can look for certifications or documented recycled-content percentages to assess claims. Gerecyclede resources form part of the broader circular economy, which aims to reduce waste and conserve resources by reusing materials.