Eco-labelling of detergents


With emphasis on product formulations and chemical substances this course introduces the requirements for eco-labelling of detergents. Examples of the criteria for all-purpose cleaners, hand dishwashing detergents, laundry detergents, machine dishwashing detergents, and sanitary cleaners will be presented.

Topics:

  • Overview of EU Flower and Nordic Swan eco-label criteria
  • Introduction to recently adopted new EU Flower criteria
  • How can the Detergent Ingredients Database list (DID list) be used and what are the options for a substance not included in the DID list?
  • Requirements to specific substances such as surfactants, biocides and fragrances

Target group
Manufacturers of detergents who are considering applying for either the EU Flower or Nordic Swan eco-label or who want to achieve basic knowledge on eco-labelling with the purpose of defining a standard for formulation of detergents.   

After the course
you will be able to understand the requirements defined by the criteria for eco-labelling of detergents and initiate the preparation of an application for the EU Flower or Nordic Swan eco-label.

Course leader
Torben Madsen, PhD (Biology), Head of Environmental Risk Analysis.

Course structure
The course combines presentations with practical exercises based on anonymous product recipes.

Date and venue
Upon request; no scheduled courses in English at present. Open course is available in Danish: Miljømærkning af vaske- og rengøringsmidler

The course can be customised as a company course.

Further information
Vibeke Salmon
Tel  +45 4516 9144
ves@dhigroup.com

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Vibeke Salmon

ves@dhigroup.com