As a family business we think in generations. We see sustainability as a key element and driver for all our activities. We care for people, our environment and our business. We will guide our partners in all aspects of sustainability and chemical compliance and actively contribute to shaping the path to a more sustainable future.
Our Focus
Our expertise sets us apart. We create value for all our partners across the value chain. Our commitment to sustainability is a key driver that empowers us to deliver meaningful impact every day.
Competent Partner
We are the interface between the supply side and the market side. As a competent partner, we translate sustainability ambitions from our suppliers to the market and empower our customers to meet their sustainability goals.
Responsible & Sustainable Solutions
Environmental impact, health and safety, performance and application – we consider all aspects and deliver holistic solutions.
Outstanding Service
We offer more than materials. We provide technical knowledge, regulatory expertise and sustainability insights for best service.
Risk Minimization
With our expertise, we help mitigate risks by ensuring compliance and anticipating regulatory developments. We use evolving regulations as opportunities for innovation.
Our Key Sustainability Targets
We aim to drive credible and measurable change in collaboration with our partners and employees. To do this, we translated our sustainability ambition into actionable targets. We hold ourselves accountable against them and will regularly report on progress.
Status: in progress
Comment: The action plan derived from the gender pay gap analysis will start implementation in 2026.
Status: achieved
Status: achieved
Comment: Achieved with a slight delay (01/2026).
Status: partially achieved, ongoing
Comment: In 2025, the programme could only be offered to employees in Germany for organisational reasons (41% of the workforce). In 2026, it will be available globally for all employees. In the previous report, this target was listed under the “People” pillar.
Status: in progress
Comment: 2025 result: 47.6 hours
Details on progress to date can be found in our Sustainability Report 2025, chapter “S1 – Own Workforce”. In 2026, the focus is on further expanding needs-based training opportunities for employees.
Status: achieved
Comment: We have already reached this target for 2025. Details can be found in our Sustainability Report 2025, chapter “E1 – Climate Change”.
Status: in progress
Comment: We are working on a structured recording of all Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions. Based on this, we will commit to science-based climate targets.
Status: in progress
Comment: 80% achieved with a slight delay (01/2026)
Status: in progress
Status: in progress
Comment: We are working on a structured recording of all Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions to identify the main drivers and jointly work on reduction measures.
Status: in progress
Comment: 2025 result: 36% in leadership positions
Status: in progress
Comment: 2025 result: 20% in top management
Status: in progress
Comment: We are continuously working on reducing our greenhouse gas emissions. Details on progress to date can be found in our Sustainability Report 2025, chapter “E1 – Climate Change.”
Status: in progress
Comment: We are continuously working on reducing our greenhouse gas emissions. Details on progress to date can be found in our Sustainability Report 2025, chapter “E1 – Climate Change.”
Our Sustainability Strategy
Sustainability is a core part of how we do business. Our Sustainability Strategy provides a clear direction and helps us focus on what matters most.
To shape this strategy, we carried out a comprehensive materiality assessment — evaluating both our impact on the planet and society, and how environmental and social factors affect our business.
Our strategy translates these material impacts, risks and opportunities into specific, forward-looking targets. These targets are organized into five pillars, with the customer placed firmly at the center.
People
Our employees are the changemakers of our ambitions and bring our values to life. We strive to ensure excellent working conditions to attract, retain and develop talents. We foster a culture where people feel valued, trusted and empowered to grow, lead and contribute – supported by global standards, inclusive leadership and meaningful development.
Products
We commit to drive sustainable innovation across our portfolio and guide our partners in all aspects of sustainability and regulatory. We aim to balance environmental and social concerns with benefits for society, by reducing harmful substances and by offering more sustainable alternatives as well as by promoting a circular economy to actively contribute to a more sustainable future.
Environment
We are committed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across our own operations and the supply chain. We aim for net zero emissions and a science-based reduction pathway.
Corporate Culture
We aim for a corporate culture of respect and integrity. We actively promote fair business practices and ethical behavior and comply with all legal requirements. We commit to protect whistleblowers inside and outside of our company.
Supply Chain
We are committed to build responsible supplier relationships and ensure sustainable practices in our supply chain. We strive for best practices in human and labor rights, occupational health and safety, environmental protection, and ethical standards.
Our Engagement & Recognitions
To put our engagement into practice, we support internationally recognized standards and initiatives. In addition, we regularly get an external certification for our efforts and activities.
We are firmly committed to the ten principles of the UN Global Compact and have fully integrated them into our way of doing business.
We regularly undergo an external assessment of our sustainability activities. EcoVadis awarded us a silver medal.
We are certified according to the Responsible Care standard. This is a voluntary initiative by the global chemical industry that covers safe chemicals management and performance excellence.
Our certificates:
RC-Certificate Biesterfeld Plastic
RC-Certificate Biesterfeld Spezialchemie
RC-Certificate Biesterfeld Performance Rubber
RSPO is a non-profit organization to promote the growth and use of sustainable palm oil products through global standards and stakeholder engagement. We are a member and offer products with certified content.
ISCC PLUS is a voluntary certification scheme applicable for the bioeconomy and circular economy, meaning that e.g. all kinds of biomass, waste and residues can be certified. Part of our company is certified, and we offer various products with an ISCC PLUS certification.
OCS is a voluntary program to prevent pellet loss and reduce microplastic pollution. We are committed to fully integrate these principles into our business and engage with our Logistics partners to drive implementation, to protect human health and the environment.
