Freudenberg Performance Materials Apparel Europe achieves a significant sustainability milestone with its Sant’Omero, Italy, facility completing the 4sustainability Chemical Management protocol (4s CHEM) at the Advanced Level. The protocol aims to eliminate toxic chemicals and related risks from production processes, aligning with Freudenberg's commitment to environmental and human well-being.

Established as a competence center for interlinings, the Sant’Omero site coats and finishes nonwoven, woven, and weft interlinings for European apparel customers. Taking a proactive approach, Freudenberg enlisted Process Factory, a sustainability consultancy, to implement ZDHC guidelines, leading to the attainment of the Advanced level in the 4s CHEM protocol. This achievement underscores Freudenberg's dedication to meeting stringent sustainability standards in the fashion industry.

By adhering to ZDHC's Roadmap to Zero Program and the ZDHC Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL), the Apparel Competence Center emphasizes its rejection of harmful chemicals, signaling a strong commitment to environmental stewardship.

Christian Cavaletti, Director of Operations Apparel Europe, affirms Freudenberg's dedication to premium quality and sustainability, stating, "The 4s CHEM implementation proves once again that we not only stand for premium quality but also for products that meet the highest sustainability standards."

Sustainability is ingrained in Freudenberg's corporate ethos, with continuous investments in advanced technologies and the establishment of the Freudenberg Apparel House of Sustainability. This holistic approach defines measures to ensure a sustainable future, with the implementation of the 4s CHEM protocol representing another stride toward this goal at the Sant’Omero facility.