Sustainability at SONAX
As a leading producer of cleaning and care products to retain the value of vehicle surfaces, we want to make an active contribution to global (environmental) problems in those fields where we exert influence and hold responsibility. In this, we distribute our financial means in such a way that our investments fulfil the needs of today without putting at risk the resources of future generations.
We have been engaged since 2005 in environmental management system certification to the international standard ISO 14001. This has given rise to company goals and programmes to avoid and reduce waste water and protect against ground contamination, air pollution and noise pollution.
Through membership in the “Responsible Care” initiative, we take on further obligations beyond the legal requirements to strive towards continuous improvement in the fields of the environment, health and safety.
Product portfolio
Packaging
Use of recyclable containers and packaging
Gradual transition from plastic to cardboard packaging
Use of containers made with recycled materials
Reduction of plastic packaging in favour of paper
Improving our carbon footprint through the use of concentrates
Recipes
Preferred use of solvents and oils (approx. 90 % of the total) based on sustainable raw materials
Already 25 % of tensides used are based on sustainable raw materials
Around 50 % of chelating agents (incl. phosphates) on a natural basis
Avoidance of substances harmful to health and the environment
Health and safety
Reference companies with awards for operational health and safety management from the raw materials and chemicals liability insurer
Trained specialists in the fields of occupational health and safety and occupational medicine
Permanent risk evaluation to protect against dangers to health and the environment
Stopping sales of products if required
Constant evaluation and further development of the safety level of production processes and occupational safety
Environment
Permanent further development of production processes under the company's environmental goals
Reduced energy consumption through the use of modern production plants (e.g. cold mixing plants for polishes)
Reduction of water consumption thanks to our own water treatment plants
Own energy generation and use of waste heat in our cogeneration plant
Energy-saving lighting
Minimisation of waste through selective reuse of raw materials used
Supply chains
Systematic evaluation of our supply partners with relation to their sustainability-related activities
Taking on the obligation to comply with ecological, ethical and social goals within the framework of a Code of Conduct
Development of sustainable solutions in active dialogue with selected partners
