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Our way to a sustainable location
Quality and environmental management
We operate a quality management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 and an environmental management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14001:2015.
These management systems help us structure processes, define responsibilities and review our procedures on a regular basis. In doing so, we take quality- and environment-related aspects into account within the areas relevant to our company.
Our employees are informed and trained on the requirements of our quality and environmental management systems. The continuous development of our processes is an integral part of our management approach.
Responsible Care / Environmental protection
Arichemie follows the Responsible Care guidelines of the German Chemical Industry Association (Verband der Chemischen Industrie e. V., VCI) and the Global Charter des International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA). Responsible Care is a voluntary initiative of the chemical industry addressing product stewardship, environmental protection, occupational health and safety, plant safety, transport safety, and dialogue with stakeholders.
Within our management systems and operational processes, we consider applicable legal requirements as well as our internal requirements relating to product safety, occupational health and safety, environmental protection, and plant safety.
For selected water-based products, our current formulations do not contain organic solvents classified as flammable under the CLP Regulation or as "Volatile Organic Compounds" (VOC) according to EU-Directive 2004/42/EG. This statement applies only to the specifically designated products or product groups. The current technical documentation and safety data sheets are authoritative.
Our participation in specialist committees of the German Mineral Colours Association (Verband der Mineralfarbenindustrie e. V., VdMi) supports the exchange of expertise on industry-related topics and our involvement in position papers and discussions on technical and regulatory issues. The VdMi itself describes its role as representing sector interests and engaging with authorities, associations and standardisation bodies at German and European level.
We continuously optimise our production processes in order to avoid waste water and save energy.
Electricity Supply and On-site Generation
Our mixing and dispersion processes require electricity only; no process heat is required.
Since October 2024, we have operated a photovoltaic system with battery storage at our site. This enables us to cover around 30% of our annual on-site electricity demand with self-generated solar power. The actual share depends in particular on electricity consumption, system availability and solar yield.
Since 2025, we have sourced the remaining electricity required at our site through a tariff offered by a German energy supplier that is stated in the supplier’s electricity disclosure to comprise 100% renewable energy. The origin of the electricity is documented through the supplier’s information and the associated guarantees of origin.
Biodiversity
Biological diversity encompasses the diversity of species, their genetic diversity, and the diversity of habitats and ecosystems. Ecosystems perform important functions, including functions related to soils, water, habitats and natural cycles.
At our site, an area previously maintained as ornamental lawn has been converted into a flowering wildflower meadow. This area represents approximately 2.4% of the total site area.
Our innovative and sustainable product portfolio
Water-based pigment preparations
When further developing our existing product series, we take into account relevant customer requirements, legal requirements, and application-specific certification or quality-label requirements. Where relevant to the respective product group, we assess, among other factors, ingredients, product safety, technical performance, and labelling requirements / exclusion of hazardous substance classes in accordance with the relevant regulations.
For specific - sensitive applications, such as toys, we use specific preservation systems that support the shelf life of the respective pigment preparation during its intended storage and use. Information on storage stability and recommended conditions of use can be found in the relevant technical data sheet and safety data sheet.
The VOCAFLEX-RN series contains additives with a share of renewable raw materials. Information on the proportion, the raw materials used, and the relevant basis of calculation is provided on request in a product-specific sustainability data sheet.
The pigments used in this series have been assessed for industrial composting conditions in accordance with DIN EN 13432. This assessment applies exclusively to the specified pigments. It does not extend to the complete pigment preparation, its packaging, or individual end-use applications.
Vegetable oil-based carrier systems for pigment preparations
The VOCAPLAST-L and ARICOLOR-N series are continuously further developed and optimised for specific applications.
For the designated products within these series, we use plant oil-based carrier systems. According to their current formulations, these products do not contain fossil-based organic solvents. Product-specific information on application suitability and technical properties is provided in the relevant technical product information and sustainability data sheets.
Whether, and to what extent, the use of a pigment preparation affects the Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) of a specific end product must be assessed for the respective application. Relevant factors include the product formulation, dosage, manufacturing process, energy consumption, transport, and the selected system boundary.
Selected products from the ARICOLOR-N series may be intended for use in food packaging or other food contact material applications, depending on the intended use and the respective conditions of application. The applicable product-specific compliance documentation and the legal requirements for the respective end use are decisive.
UV-curing pigment preparations
The VOCAPLAST-UV series comprises radically curable pigment preparations for UV-curable coating and printing applications.
The designated products are suitable for 100% systems and contains neither solvents nor photoinitiators. The term “100%” does not refer to the solids content of VOCAPLAST-UV.
Legal framework and reporting (CSR)
UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights
We use the United Nations "Protect, Respect and Remedy" framework as the basis for our actions. They are adapted to operational practice via our Code of Conduct (Code of Conduct-INTERNAL) and regularly trained. Our policy statement provides a comprehensive description of the various regulations for the protection of human rights and the environment from heavy metals and persistent substances. It takes into account the specific requirements of the chemical industry based on the VCI's Chemie³ initiative and describes how we are building a sustainable supply chain.
German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) and European Supply Chain Due Dilligence Directive (CSDDD)
As a medium-sized company (SME), we are not directly obliged to prepare reports, but we attach great importance to a safe supply chain, raw materials without hazardous properties for people and the environment and a sustainable product portfolio. All our suppliers receive our Code of Conduct-SUPPLIERS. We use an additional supplier questionnaire to determine the status of suppliers and assess risks. Our internal sustainability report documents not only the economic, but also the environmental and social aspects of the company. We are happy to share the contents of the report with our stakeholders on request.