Taiwan Green Mark

What

What is the Taiwan Green Mark?

The Taiwan Green Mark is based on the principles and procedures of ISO 14024 for environmental labeling. It aims to encourage those products and services with less impact on the environment to drive environmental protection potential through production, supply, and market demand mechanisms. To achieve this, the Taiwan Green Mark is only awarded to the top 20–30% of products with the best environmental performance within the same category.

Currently, “Green Labels”are promoted in more than 50 regions worldwide. The Taiwan Green Mark features “a green leaf wrapping a pure, unpolluted Earth,” symbolizing the environmental concept of “recyclable, low pollution, and resource-saving.” In recent years, under strong government promotion, energy conservation and carbon reduction have become not only a trend but also enhance corporate image and add value to products.

Through the Green Procurement Act, the government increases the proportion of procurement of Green Mark products each year. Many private retailers are also transforming, actively stocking products with the Green Mark and promoting green consumption, making it easier for consumers to purchase and use Green Mark products as alternatives to conventional ones. The Green Mark not only benefits the environment but also changes traditional production and consumption behaviors.

Who

What types of products can apply for the First Type Green Mark?

• Information Products: Computer mainframes, laptops, desktop PCs, monitors, printers, computer mice, keyboards, ink cartridges, external hard drives…
• Cleaning Products: Skin and hair cleansers, household cleaners, industrial and commercial cleaners…
• Home Appliances: Washing machines, refrigerators, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, televisions, home microwaves, air purifiers…
• Water-Saving Products: Dual-flush toilets, water-saving faucets and accessories, shower heads…
• Energy-Saving Products: Energy-saving bulbs and tubes, fluorescent tubes, water dispensers, LED bulbs, chargers…
• Office Products (OA): Office paper, pens, printed materials, ink, digital copiers…
• Building Materials: Hydraulic blended cement, building insulation materials, paints, adhesives, wallpapers…
• Industrial Products: Electric wires and cables, dry transformers, distribution transformers…
• Recycled Products: Recycled plastics and rubbers, sanitary paper, packaging made from recycled paper, recycled textiles…
• Biodegradable Products: Biodegradable plastic products…
• Organic Materials: Compost, plastic medical infusion containers, bioplastics…
• Daily Necessities: Batteries, electric scooters, small cars, range hoods, gas stoves, footwear, mattresses…

For more detailed product categories or standards, please visit the official website: Green Mark Specification Search

Why

Incentives for Applying for the Green Mark

• Beneficial for market segmentation and marketing
• Implement corporate responsibility and enhance corporate green image
• Proactively respond to global pressures for corporate environmental compliance
• Reduce operational costs:
  • Reduce provision of single-use products
  • Save energy and water
• Government resources provide advantages:
  • Receive certificates and recognition
  • Green procurement
  • Environmental point system

When

At what stage of the product is it most suitable to apply?

Each product has a different development and sales timeline. It is recommended to obtain the Green Mark before launching marketing activities in order to promote the product more effectively! The Green Mark is valid for 3 years and can be renewed upon expiration.

Where

In which regions can the Green Mark be used?

Green Mark systems can be seen in many countries and regions. In response to global environmental trends, the Taiwan Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) referred to the experience of advanced international markets and launched the Green Mark system in 1992. To ensure public confidence in purchasing Green Mark products, strengthen post-market management, and guarantee product quality, a comprehensive system was established to provide accurate information for consumers and enable market supervision. Therefore, the Taiwan Green Mark primarily applies within Taiwan.

How

How to obtain the Green Mark?

The SGS Electronics and Electrical Restricted Substances Service Department is a pioneer in testing hazardous substances in electronic and electrical products. With a professional regulatory technical team and extensive testing experience, it provides a comprehensive solution. From product evaluation and testing to Green Mark application, it assists manufacturers in obtaining the Green Mark in the most efficient manner.