“Greenwashing” is a practice where some companies make misleading claims about the sustainability of their products to attract environmentally conscious consumers. To combat this misinformation, it is essential to educate customers and provide them with tools to identify truly sustainable products.<\/p>\n
We have compiled the most frequently asked questions about sustainability in professional cleaning to help you make informed decisions. Discover how SUCITESA is committed to real and verifiable practices.<\/p>\n\n\n
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1. Are sustainable products more expensive?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sustainable products do not necessarily have to be more expensive than conventional ones. Innovation and efficient design allow sustainable products to be offered at competitive prices. At SUCITESA, we have developed ranges like NATURSAFE, which combine quality, sustainability, and excellent value for money, helping to optimise resources and reduce costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Biodegradability refers to a product\u2019s ability to break down naturally into simpler, non-harmful substances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Detergents, thanks to their surfactants (key components), play a crucial role in cleaning surfaces. However, once used, these products, along with the removed dirt, enter wastewater systems and eventually reach aquatic ecosystems. Nature has various mechanisms to decompose these substances, including physicochemical processes (oxidation and absorption) and biodegradation by microorganisms. A biodegradable product has a lower environmental impact as it integrates into the environment without leaving persistent or toxic residues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n European Regulation (EC) 648\/2004 sets the standards that detergents and surfactants must meet to ensure high environmental and human health protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Surfactants used in detergent formulas must have a final biodegradability rate of 60% within 28 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Look for products with recognised certifications in professional hygiene, such as the ECOLABEL seal or manufacturers with an Environmental Management System certified under ISO 14001. This international standard demonstrates a company’s commitment to environmental protection and ensures a real dedication to quality and sustainability. At SUCITESA, our certifications support our transparent and sustainable practices, eliminating any doubt about the authenticity of our products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Certifications such as ECOLABEL and ISO 14001 are essential. These international accreditations confirm that products meet rigorous sustainability and quality criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n From an environmental perspective, cleaning systems that use concentrated products offer multiple significant benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n We focus on using concentrated products, recyclable single-component plastic packaging, and promoting reuse and recycling. Through optimised manufacturing processes, we reduce emissions. Our efficient production and innovative design minimise energy use and environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Eco-design incorporates environmental criteria from formulation to disposal. At SUCITESA, we use ingredients that comply with European regulations on surfactant biodegradability and environmental protection. We also develop reusable and recyclable packaging and systems that prevent product waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Choosing ECOLABEL-certified products ensures sustainability, quality, and environmental responsibility. ECOLABEL is a recognised European certification that assesses a product\u2019s entire life cycle, ensuring compliance with strict sustainability and efficiency criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An ECOLABEL-certified product guarantees:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For businesses, ECOLABEL-certified products help meet environmental regulations and gain eco-certifications like Green Key, boosting their sustainability reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Vegan cleaning products provide ethical, environmental, and operational benefits. They are formulated without animal-derived ingredients and are not tested on animals, aligning with sustainability and animal welfare values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For businesses, adopting vegan products enhances brand responsibility and appeals to environmentally conscious consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\n8. What is eco-design, and how does SUCITESA apply it?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n9. Why choose ECOLABEL-certified products?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\n10. What benefits do vegan cleaning products offer?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n