What is FAR 52.223-4?

FAR 52.223-4 (Recovered Material Certification.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the environment category.

When is FAR 52.223-4 required?

FAR 52.223-4 is typically required when the contracting officer determines it's applicable to the specific procurement. Check the solicitation's Section I for included clauses.

Does FAR 52.223-4 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.223-4 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.223-4 — Recovered Material Certification.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.223-4 — Recovered Material Certification.. This clause is part of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and may be included in government contracts as a solicitation provision or contract clause.

Official Regulation Text

52.223-4 Recovered Material Certification. As prescribed in 23.109(b)(1), insert the following provision: Recovered Material Certification (MAY 2008) As required by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (42 U.S.C. 6962(c)(3)(A)(i)), the offeror certifies, by signing this offer, that the percentage of recovered materials content for EPA-designated items to be delivered or used in the performance of the contract will be at least the amount required by the applicable contract specifications or other contractual requirements. (End of provision) [62 FR 44812, Aug. 22, 1997, as amended at 65 FR 36021, June 6, 2000; 72 FR 63045, Nov. 7, 2007; 73 FR 21790, Apr. 22, 2008; 89 FR 30248, Apr. 22, 2024]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.223-4 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.223-4)

Compliance Checklist

As prescribed in 23.109(b)(1), insert the following provision: Recovered Material Certification (MAY 2008) As required by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (42 U.S.C.
6962(c)(3)(A)(i)), the offeror certifies, by signing this offer, that the percentage of recovered materials content for EPA-designated items to be delivered or used in the performance of the contract will be at least the amount required by the applicable contract specifications or other contractual requirements.

Flow-Down to Subcontractors

No flow-down required

This clause applies only to the prime contract and does not need to be flowed down to subcontractors.

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This summary is for informational purposes only and reflects the BidStride Research Team's plain-English interpretation of the regulation. It is not legal advice and does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Always consult the official Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) text and qualified legal counsel for compliance decisions.