Henkel enhances sustainability across its construction adhesive portfolio with transparent product declarations 

In line with its  Sustainability Ambition 2030, Henkel Adhesive Technologies is continuously enhancing the transparency of the environmental impact of its products. This commitment, known as end-to-end transparency, is based on reliable data and consistent measurement methodologies aligned with internationally recognized standards. As part of this approach, Henkel`s construction adhesives business is offering an increasing number of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). These declarations provide detailed insights into the environmental footprint of individual products, enabling both Henkel and its customers to make more informed decisions and identify opportunities for continuous sustainability improvements. 

EPDs as a key tool for transparency

EPDs are independently verified documents that communicate the environmental performance of a product throughout its life cycle – from raw material extraction to end-of-life. Based on life cycle assessments ‏(LCAs), EPDs provide a standardized and credible means of demonstrating environmental responsibility. Henkel’s EPDs ensure high data quality and methodological rigor and are verified by external accredited certification bodies. This dual approach guarantees both transparency and credibility. Each EPD covers more than 38 sustainability indicators, offering insights into areas such as carbon emissions, human health, ecosystem quality, and resource efficiency.

Supporting green building and regulatory compliance

Henkel’s EPDs for construction adhesives play a vital role in supporting customers to achieve leading green building certifications, including LEED, BREEAM, and WELL. With a robust portfolio of published EPDs, Henkel is well-positioned to meet evolving regulatory requirements, such as the forthcoming EU Construction Products Regulation ‏(CPR), which will mandate EPDs data for all construction products sold in Europe. In collaboration with external certifiers such as Certinalia, Henkel Adhesive Technologies has published more than 50 EPDs – both single-product and family declarations – across its portfolio of construction adhesives. These declarations are now covering key products in IMEA marketed under the Polybit brand, in Mexico marketed under the Fester brand, in Eastern Europe for the ETICS portfolio marketed under the Ceresit brand, in Western Europe for engineered wood adhesives under the Loctite brand, and in Chile marketed under the Bemezcla and Bekron brands.

“At Henkel, we are committed to driving sustainability through innovation, transparency, and collaboration,” said Kimberly Simancas, Head of Sustainability for the construction business at Henkel Adhesive Technologies. “Improving sustainability in the construction industry is critical to reducing human-driven environmental impacts and addressing climate change. We are actively shaping this transformation by investing in robust environmental data and third-party verification. Strong partners like Certinalia enable us to deliver more sustainable solutions to our customers.”

About Certinalia
Certinalia, part of the TECNALIA RESEARCH & INNOVATION Foundation, is a leading certification body specializing in the verification of Environmental Product Declarations. With extensive expertise across industrial sectors, Certinalia ensures rigorous, independent verification processes that uphold the highest standards of quality and integrity.