Bemis Receives GreenCircle Certification for Toilet Seats With up to 71% Recycled Material, Including 100% Recycled Wood

SHEBOYGAN FALLS, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bemis Manufacturing Company, a leading manufacturer of toilet seats, announced today that its enameled wood toilet seats have been certified by GreenCircle Certified LLC for their recycled content.

The certification verifies that 100% of the wood used in the seats is recycled pre-consumer wood waste. The overall recycled content of the finished product is 71% by weight for seats with plastic hinges and 66% for seats with metal hinges. This third-party verification affirms Bemis’ dedication to transparent, eco-conscious manufacturing and empowers customers to make confident, environmentally responsible choices.

“With growing consumer demand for responsible purchasing options, clarity around what qualifies as ‘recycled content’ is more important than ever. To ensure we meet that expectation with honesty and transparency, we sought a credible, independent certification. We chose GreenCircle—an accredited third-party certifier trusted across a wide range of industries for their rigorous standards. This gives us confidence that we’re not only holding ourselves accountable, but also helping our customers make informed choices,” comments Lena Mitkey, Director of ESG at Bemis Manufacturing Company.

How GreenCircle Certification strengthens Bemis’ mission

At Bemis Manufacturing Company, sustainability is more than a goal; it’s a core value that has always been important to the Bemis family. The company’s mission to deliver high-quality, innovative products that enhance everyday life is deeply aligned with its environmental responsibility and ethical practices.

Bemis is committed to integrating sustainability into product development and manufacturing. By leveraging its technologies and industry expertise, the company aims to enhance operational efficiency while maintaining a commitment to global responsibility. Efforts are focused on making informed decisions—such as choosing more sustainable materials and improving manufacturing and packaging practices—with consideration of environmental impact.

For more information on Bemis’ products, please visit Bemis Manufacturing Company.

About Bemis

Established in 1901, Bemis Manufacturing Company is a family-owned business located in Sheboygan Falls, WI. As a leading global manufacturer of toilet seats and other home products, the company distributes its products under the Bemis, Mayfair by Bemis and Bio Bidet by Bemis brands through retail and wholesale channels. Bemis is also one of North America’s top non-automotive producers of contract plastic components serving consumer, commercial, medical and industrial markets worldwide. For more information, visit Bemis Manufacturing Company, BemisSeats.com or toiletseats.com.