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Starting in March,
Cosmotec's warehouse
operation began running
on solar energy through 144
boards totaling 290m² of
photovoltaic panels.

"Receiving the Gold rating is extremely important for
Cosmotec, as it shows to the entire cosmetic market, not
only our concern about innovation but also how we
sustainably deliver this innovation. This recognition is a
great source of motivation for Cosmotec. It intensifies our
efforts to continually improve our sustainability credentials, contributing to society and our environment. In this
regard, we are proud to announce that starting in March,
our warehouse operation began running on solar energy through 144 boards totaling 290m² of photovoltaic
panels."

Presperse
Established in 1981, supplier of specialty ingredients to the
Beauty and Personal Care Industry, Presperse has been a
key supply partner to some of the largest global brands in
the industry; Estee Lauder, Johnson & Johnson, Revlon,
Avon, etc. Their portfolio of more than 400 ingredients includes a broad range of products used in Color, Skin & Sun
Care, and Hair Care applications. Presperse is well recognized as an industry expert in specialty powders that deliver
high functional performance, including benefits such as
Soft Focus, SPF boosting and Sensory Enhancement.

Above, the Presperse Corporation laboratory in Somerset, NJ.

For over 35 years, the company has been dedicated to serving
the Beauty and Personal Care industry, with its combination
of innovative product technology, outstanding technical
support, and efficient global logistics. Under the umbrella
of SC, Presperse has obtained a global platform as well as a
financial backbone. Today, Presperse is partners with more
than 30 suppliers from around the globe, serving more than
300 customers with a diverse portfolio of greater than
400 products.
Sumitomo provided the resources to help Presperse develop
new partnerships and innovative products, as well as extending their global distribution network, enhancing testing
capabilities and expanding the company's value chain within the personal care market. Presperse achieves sustainable
growth by making responsible sourcing an integral part of
their supply chain management. They
endeavor to continually improve the
effectiveness of their quality management
in every aspect of their business.
Moreover, they are now acknowledged
as an SGS ISO 9001-2015 certified
company - a guarantee based on a
rigorous audit process, helping buyers
to ensure the quality of goods
per required parameters.
For its efforts towards corporate social responsibility, Presperse
has earned a Silver Medal recognition rating from EcoVadis
- placing it among the top 30% of companies assessed. The
EcoVadis CSR rating evaluates an organization's initiatives
and the impact of their activities towards
the environment, labor & human rights,
ethical business practices, and sustainable
procurement. Presperse's demonstrated
behaviors towards sustainable growth
and responsible business ethics extends
through the responsibility chain -
ensuring these principles are upheld by
their suppliers, partners, distributors, and
third parties.
Sumitomo Corporation of Americas

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