This European Standard specifies a template for the reporting and communication of characteristics, including recovery and disposal options, of bio-based products designed for business to business transactions. This horizontal European Standard is intended to be used as a tool to generate and transfer information in the industrial chain and/or as an input for product specific standards and certification schemes. This European Standard does not contain requirements for bio-based products, but requirements for claims about bio-based products. Business to consumer communication is not covered by this standard