Sharing sustainability best practices
AAK aims to support the industry in sustainability best
practices and, in turn, share knowledge and experience
Valued product information for our customers
It is usually the minimum requirement for product
information that is stipulated by legislation that is used in
our business. However, they vary according to whether
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when it comes to nutrition solutions for infants or elderly.
AAK’s product information sheets sometimes have
different names in different countries, but in general,
three types of information are available:
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with our customers. In this way, we can increase
awareness and demand for sustainable solutions by
demonstrating the value-adding impact they deliver.
During 2019, AAK has taken sustainability a step
further. One example of this is the creation of our
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at the Plant-based World Expo in New York during
summer 2019. AkoPlanet™ enables customers to create
sustainable plant-based foods in response to increasing
demand for more environmentally-friendly solutions to
feed the world’s growing population.
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ingredients Europe) in Paris in December 2019. Not
only was our booth made entirely from sustainable
materials, but we also showcased several of our
sustainability initiatives, including new plant-based
solutions for the cheese and meat segments as well as
updates on our Kolo Nafaso program.
During the event, AAK also joined forces with TREE
AID to raise awareness on climate change by planting
a tree for each visitor that came to our booth. We also
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London. After the shows, 834 trees were registered to
be planted in Africa.
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products and is often part of a contract.
Material Safety Data Sheet
Relates to safety issues, often concerning transport.
This is a legal requirement for chemicals, but not for
food. However, most customers demand this information
and we provide it.
Quality & Product Safety Sheet
Contains additional information related to the product
such as allergens, GMOs, residues, country of origin,
raw materials and additives, typical fatty acid composition,
etc.
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