Local & Trade News, Sustainability Stories | Oct 02, 2025

DKSH Performance Materials Attains EcoVadis Gold Rating for its Sustainability Achievement

DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials has been certified with the EcoVadis Gold Rating for its strong sustainability performance. The recognition highlights exceptional results in labor and human rights, as well as advanced ratings in environment, ethics, and sustainable procurement, demonstrating that sustainability is firmly embedded in the Business Unit’s operations.



Zurich, Switzerland, October 2, 2025 – DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has received the Gold rating in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment, achieving 79 points out of 100 and ranking among the top 3% of distributors in the chemical industry. Beyond DKSH Group’s Gold rating, Business Unit Performance Materials set out to achieve recognition within its specific industry segment, a step that underscores its ongoing journey to drive sustainability leadership across the value chain. This distinction acknowledges our commitment to responsible business practices and continuous improvement across its global operations in the chemicals industry.

The Gold rating reflects the commitment of DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials to evaluating and addressing the impact of its daily operations on the environment. Key actions include enhancing transparency through a carbon footprint assessment and strengthening its “Responsible Suppliers Program”. These initiatives build on DKSH’s robust human rights’ due diligence process, advanced environmental practices, high ethical standards, and sustainable procurement initiatives.

Irene Dávalos, Director, Global Regulatory Affairs & Sustainability, Performance Materials, DKSH, commented: “We are very proud to have received the EcoVadis Gold rating for DKSH Performance Materials. This recognition highlights our ongoing commitment to sustainability and our continuous efforts to advance responsible business practices. By embedding sustainability into our operations, we create long-term value for our partners, employees, and communities, while contributing to a more responsible future in the industries we serve.”

This achievement demonstrates DKSH Performance Materials’ focus on building more sustainable value chains for its partners and customers. By advancing responsible sourcing, ethical supply chain management, and environmental stewardship, the Business Unit continues to strengthen its sustainability performance while contributing to DKSH Group’s broader sustainability strategy.


For more information please contact:

DKSH Performance Materials
Daniel Hollister
Director, Group Marketing
Phone +44 20 8879 5500
daniel.hollister@dksh.com

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