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Sustainability
and Zero Harm

Our goal is Zero Harm. We aspire to operate sustainably, without harm to people, the environment, and the communities in which we operate.

AECI SPECIALTY CHEMICALS IS FULLY COMMITTED TO A SET OF SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENTAL AND QUALITY (SHEQ) STANDARDS PRESCRIBED BY AECI GROUP POLICY.

Our goal is zero harm

AECI follows a Zero Harm integrated approach to the management of Occupational Safety, Process Safety, Occupational Health, the Environment, Product Transportation, Responsible Care® and Quality.

This approach is based on the fundamentals of Accountable Leadership; Engaged and Empowered Employees; Risk-based SHEQ Management; and Continuous Improvement.

Zero Harm is embedded into the very fabric of our operations and detailed in the AECI SHEQ framework, enabling the journey towards Zero Harm.

Zero Harm Means:

AECI Zero Harm

Our commitment to going green

Expectations of chemicals and their effects are evolving. As a leading brand, we are focused on developing a green chemistry offering with stricter sustainability standards and more transparency, particularly in our home and personal care portfolio.

Supported by the AECI Growth Office and an ongoing innovation drive, the AECI Group is exploring new processes, products and technologies that can be scaled sustainably.

Our strides so far

Personal Care

Home Care

Industrial Applications

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Reducing our carbon footprint by changing from hot to cold processes when manufacturing creams, hair masks, lotions etc.

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Replacing harsh ingredients in hand washes, shampoos and shower gels with milder alternatives that are kinder to the skin.

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Replacing harmful preservatives in personal care products with safer options that protect the consumer and shelf-life of the product.

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Manufacturing a range of WHO-approved sanitisers that protect the health of employees and customers and were crucial through the COVID-pandemic.

Sustainable
Development

Sustainable development addresses the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet the needs of tomorrow.

Succesfully sustainability initiatives balance the economic, environmental and social development and aspirations of communities through long-term commitment and input from diverse stakeholders

By aligning to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, AECI is able to measurew and report our impact on a broad international scale.