When developing new products for existing or new applications, Sasol aims to minimise the hazard potential as far as reasonably possible while maintaining the desired function of the product. In most instances the hazard potential correlates directly with the intended physico-chemical properties of the products, however some may warrant minor modifications to reduce the hazard while maintaining the desired substance properties that make them useable and safer in customers’ applications.
Designing safe products
Our commitment to providing a safe and competitive product portfolio involves an ongoing review process. Through our global team of Sasol experts, we proactively and continuously scan regulations, screen peer-reviewed scientific research on chemical safety, and engage in product development. This enables us to anticipate any legal changes that may impact products ahead of formal regulatory adoption.
Sasol adheres to various environmental and safety standards:
- REACH Compliance: Sasol has two substances (occurring as impurities) listed on the European Union’s REACH SVHC candidate list and no products on the authorisation list.
- Montreal Protocol and Stockholm Convention: Sasol’s value chain avoids materials related to these multilateral environmental agreements.
- Basel Convention: Sasol exports spent catalysts with precious metals for recovery, reducing the need for mining and promoting a circular economy.
- International Cyanide Management Code: One Sasol product is certified under this voluntary code.