A practical guide for facility managers on what "eco-friendly" actually means, which certifications are worth trusting, and how to evaluate a supplier's claims.
A "biodegradable" claim on a label isn't enough on its own. A genuinely eco-friendly formulation is usually assessed across three areas:
Every ingredient is individually evaluated by US EPA scientists for carcinogenicity, reproductive toxicity, aquatic toxicity and environmental persistence. Certification also covers packaging sustainability, pH limits and VOC restrictions. Close to 2,000 products currently carry the label.
India's national eco-label, issued by the CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development. Uses a lifecycle assessment approach and a 100-point credit system for cleaning chemicals — 50+ points earns "Green Product" status. Recognised in Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) ratings.
Everklin holds GreenPro certification alongside ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 — see our full certifications page for scope and validity.
Ask any supplier for the certificate number and check it directly in the EPA Safer Choice product directory or the CII GreenPro product directory. This takes about five minutes and protects you from products that use "green" language without a real third-party certification behind it.
Per-litre price can be slightly higher, but correct dilution and lower health/compliance costs often bring total cost of ownership in line with conventional products.
Certified products are performance-tested to match conventional cleaning power — that's a requirement of certification, not an assumption.
No — many are marketing language only. Always ask for and verify a certificate number.
Request current technical documentation and certification details for Everklin's eco-friendly product range.
