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Unfortunately, this product still scores too low on our sustainable packaging criteria. This does not mean that the product is generally not sustainable, but in our view there is potential for more sustainability in the area of packaging. The packaging of a product has a major impact on the environment. If the product has packaging, we therefore carefully check whether it is made from recycled materials and/or is itself recyclable. Plastic-free packaging and packaging that can be returned to a reusable system or stands out due to its particularly intelligent and sustainable packaging design scores better with us.

This product scores in at least 50% of our characteristics for environmentally friendly use and is therefore particularly sustainable. A product also has an impact on the environment during use. That's why we look at whether you can save resources such as energy, water or materials with the product. It is also important to us whether a product is repairable, durable and/or refillable.

This product scores in at least 25% of our characteristics for sustainable materials and therefore fulfils our requirements for sustainable materials. Sustainability starts with the materials. That's why we look closely at whether the product is made from natural, recycled or recyclable materials and whether it is petroleum-free or plastic-free when assessing this criterion. We also look at whether the materials are grown locally and organically.

Unfortunately, this product still scores too low on our sustainable production criteria. This does not mean that the product is generally not sustainable, but in our view there is potential for more sustainability in the area of production. Manufacturing is an essential step in the life cycle of a product. This includes whether a product is manufactured without animal testing or the use of critical substances such as genetically modified plants or palm oil. We also scrutinise whether it is produced locally and in a CO2-neutral way. We also check whether social sustainability, such as fair pay, is taken into account during production.

This product scores in at least 50% of our characteristics for comprehensive recyclability and is therefore particularly sustainable. A major challenge for sustainability is the integration of products into the biological and technical cycle (cradle to cradle). What is important here is whether a product is recyclable, biodegradable or can be composted industrially or at home. We also take a positive view if the manufacturer offers a take-back system for the product and returns it to the cycle itself.