| RAL-UZ 2 |
Returnable Bottles and Glasses |
2011 |
2019 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
Deposit and reuse: the perfect duo for environmental protection
Single-use or returnable – meanwhile deposit has to be paid on both and the difference can hardly be noticed by the consumer. Here, the Blue Angel for reusable packagings is the perfect guide because - considering their overall environmental impact - reusable packagings are advantageous over non-returnable packagings. By indicating the name of the regional producer or the place of filling consumers can additionally select products with short distances of transportation. Thus, returnable packagings contribute to waste reduction and sustainable consumption. |
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| RAL-UZ 5 |
Sanitary Paper Products made of Recycled Paper |
2014 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
Paper that helps save money and spare the environment
To
dry your hands, as a hygiene paper or for body care – there is a great
demand for paper in bathroom and toilet. Those who use products made
from waste paper instead of virgin fibres act with vision. Such action
does not only contribute to a reduction of the volume of waste but also
helps to conserve wood resources. In addition, products made from
post-consumer papers often do much better than products made from
virgin fibres not only from the ecological perspective but often also
from the financial point of view – offering comparable properties of
use. |
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| RAL-UZ 12a |
Low-pollutant Varnishes |
2011 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
What are paints and varnishes actually made of?
The
diversity of paint formulas is almost limitless. Their basic elements
include the following: solvents, binders, colour pigments and various
additives as, for example, for preservation purposes or in order to
accelerate drying (siccatives). Some of these substances are
problematic. Unlike other paints Blue Angel-labelled paints have a
higher water content and are water-soluble. Consequently, they contain
less environmentally harmful substances. |
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| RAL-UZ 13 |
Salt-free Abrasives |
2005 |
2017 |
Protects water |
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Products & Companies |
Winter abrasive that minimises the slip hazard and protects the environment
In winter, property owners must fulfil their obligation to grit pavements and driveways. Most city and municipality codes prohibit the use of thawing agents, such as de-icing salt. An environmentally friendly and save alternative would be clearing the surface and gritting with salt-free Blue Angel-labelled abrasives. These products not only make slippery paths blunt and safe, they also protect roadside trees and shrubs.
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| RAL-UZ 14 |
Recycled Paper |
2014 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
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| RAL-UZ 17 |
Compostable Plant Containers and other Moulded Parts |
2008 |
2020 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
Pure Nature
This Blue Angel eco-label supports the use of plant pots and other moulded parts for gardening purposes which are made of 100 percent biodegradable materials. As a result, plant pots can stay on the plant as a whole and other moulded parts may be directly sent to composting.
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| RAL-UZ 21 |
Low-noise Waste-Glass Containers for Noise-Sensitive Areas |
2011 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Sound-proof glass collection containers!
There are waste-glass containers everywhere in our communities. Persons who drop bottles and glass containers as well as the immediate neighbourhood are exposed to annoying noise pollution. That is all over now! Glass can be dropped almost without a sound. Special insulating materials and an optimised dropping slot help to reduce the noise. The manufacturers are to give a two-year warranty on this noise reduction. These glass-collection containers find growing acceptance, especially in noise-sensitive areas within cities and communities.
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| RAL-UZ 24 |
Environmentally Acceptable Pipe Cleaners |
2005 |
2017 |
Protects water |
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Products & Companies |
Effective pipe cleaning without the use of chemicals
It is true that often chemical pipe cleaning agents can be more easily used but, unfortunately, they mainly consists of strong alkalis and salts which contribute to the salinization of our water bodies and may even form irritant gases. Traditional mechanical pipe cleaners do without such aggressive chemicals and work equally well.
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| RAL-UZ 27 |
Returnable Transportation Packagings |
2011 |
2019 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
Returnable packagings for goods transportation
Returnable packagings significantly contribute to waste reduction and therefore have great priority. Returnable transportation packagings are of great interest not only to the consumer but also in business management. They not only contribute to waste reduction but also to resource protection and they often also do better from the financial point of view.
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| RAL-UZ 30a |
Products made from Recycled Plastics (Edition May 2012) |
2012 |
2016 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
Recycled plastic - a plastic with a past and a future
Plastic is a valuable material since it is made from one of our most valuable resources: oil. Therefore, recycling of plastics helps to conserve this raw material and to reduce the piles of waste. Every day, we buy and use products which have been manufactured from recycled plastics: What had been a yoghurt cup yesterday may very well be a practical carrier bag or a strong garbage bag today. |
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| RAL-UZ 30a |
Products made from Recycled Plastics (Edition March 2016) |
2016 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
Recycled plastic - a plastic with a past and a future
Plastic is a valuable material since it is made from one of our most valuable resources: oil. Therefore, recycling of plastics helps to conserve this raw material and to reduce the piles of waste. Every day, we buy and use products which have been manufactured from recycled plastics: What had been a yoghurt cup yesterday may very well be a practical carrier bag or a strong garbage bag today. |
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| RAL-UZ 32 |
Water-saving Flushing Boxes |
2011 |
2019 |
Protects water |
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Products & Companies |
Save cash by saving water
Water is our most precious food and that is exactly why we should use it sparingly. Even if it pours from the tap like a matter of course: Drinking water treatment is a complex and expensive process. Water can be most easily saved in bathroom and toilet where we use two thirds of our water. Therefore, an investment that pays off are water-saving flushing boxes: they reduce the consumption of water by one third and are easy on the purse. |
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| RAL-UZ 34 |
Non-Toxic Indoor Pest Control and Prevention |
2011 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Fewer pests combined with better health
Pests – like cockroaches, moths or bugs – in the house need to be removed. A spray will quickly solve the problem. Unfortunately, many customary pest control sprays contain toxic substances and impact the indoor air quality. Traditional pest control textiles or fly strips which work by means of glue or light are a good alternative.
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| RAL-UZ 35 |
Wallpapers and Woodchip Wall Coverings primarily made of Recycled Paper |
2014 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
Why should we use wallpapers made from recycled paper?
Wallpapers made from waste paper help to conserve resources and avoid the environmental impacts associated with the production of pulp. Paper production is among the major energy-consuming and water-burdening economic sectors. Wood-chip wallpapers, above all, are additionally breathable und, thus, have a positive impact on the indoor air quality.
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| RAL-UZ 38 |
Low-Emission Furniture and Slatted Frames made of Wood and Wood-Based Materials |
2013 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Wood for a good indoor climate
Products made of wood or wood-based materials, such as furniture or slated frames, may cause an environmental impact during their production, use and disposal.
The Blue Angel eco-label considers the whole life cycle of a product and promotes, above all, the use of wood from sustainably managed forests and of low-emission wood-based materials. |
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| RAL-UZ 47 |
Mechanical Watches/Clocks and Lamps |
2012 |
2020 |
Protects resources |
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Currently no provider |
Mechanical Watches/Clocks and Lamps
Blue Angel eco-labelled products that work without using batteries or mains power are perfect examples of how alternative energy sources can be used in everyday life. The mechanically generated energy is stored in capacitors. As there is no need for batteries or accumulators resources can be saved and, moreover, heavy metals like cadmium can be avoided.
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| RAL-UZ 53 |
Construction machinery |
2015 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Construction sites are getting quieter
The
noise from construction sites is often found to be very loud and
annoying. For protection of workers and residents construction sites
should use low-noise construction machinery. Hence, the Blue Angel sets
maximum permissible sound power levels for mobile outdoor equipment and
machinery to allow a low-noise running of construction-sites. |
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| RAL-UZ 54 |
Low-Noise Garden Shredders |
2010 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Can noise be harmful to human health?
Emissions and environmental toxins can sicken you in the long run. Noise, for example, may lead to health problems. Noise impairs our performance and concentration. Noise causes stress already at low sound levels. Garden shred- ders can cause considerable noise nuisance - often a special annoyance to the neighbours. The Blue Angel for low-noise garden shredders is awarded to particularly low-noise appliances and can help guide your buying decision. Apart from that, garden shredders provide an additional waste management benefit: tree cuttings need no longer be separately disposed of but are ready for composting. In addition, manufacturers undertake to give the devices a recyclable design and to take back old devices.
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| RAL-UZ 55 |
Recycled Toner modules |
2014 |
2016 |
Protects resources |
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The Blue Angel brings colour to the office in an environmentally friendly way.
Toner
cartridges for laser printers and multifunction devices are replaced as
soon as the toner powder therein is consumed. Thus, millions of empty
modules end as waste every year, unless they are reprocessed and reused.
Refillable toner cartridges carrying the Blue Angel are an alternative
to original modules. Such modules help to reduce waste and save
resources. In addition, the eco-label indicates that the unit’s
emissions are controlled - even for refilled cartridges - and that
strict emission limits are met. |
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| RAL-UZ 56 |
Recycled Cardboard |
2014 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
The environmentally friendly office
In
an ecological comparison of systems paper products made from recycled
post-consumer paper do much better than paper products made from virgin
fibres using wood as a fibre resource with respect to resource
consumption, wastewater contamination, water and energy consumption –
while still having comparable usage properties. |
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| RAL-UZ 57 |
Thermal Processes (Hot-air Technique) to Control Ligniperdous Insects |
2011 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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How to control wood pests in indoor space in an environmentally friendly way?
If the roof truss of a house or the furniture is infested with
wood-destroying or ligniperdous insects a specialist company can
effectively free the wood from pests by using the hot-air method. This
process is based on the awareness that all pest organisms die-off at a
certain ambient temperature. The use of hot air and a complete avoiding
of biocide-based wood preservatives save the occupants from harmful
emissions into the indoor air environment. And later on, the
preservative-free scrap wood need not be laboriously disposed of as
hazardous waste. |
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| RAL-UZ 59 |
Low-Noise and Low-Pollutant Municipal Vehicles and Busses |
2014 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Quiet and clean vehicles
The
operating noise of municipal vehicles can be very annoying, especially
in residential and rest areas. For resident protection, municipalities
should use low-noise vehicles and busses. Hence, the Blue Angel sets
maximum permissible sound power levels for street sweepers, garbage
trucks and busses. In addition, for environmental and health protection
these vehicles must meet stringent exhaust emission and particulate
matter standards. |
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| RAL-UZ 61 |
Low-emission and Energy-saving gas condensing boiler |
2012 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Currently no provider |
Environmentally friendly heating
Blue
Angel-labelled heating systems are low in emissions because an optimum
combustion results in reduced emissions of pollutants, such as nitrogen
oxides and carbon monoxide. The systems distinguish themselves by a high
energy efficiency as they make particularly efficient use of the fuel. A
low auxiliary energy demand helps to save power. |
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| RAL-UZ 65 |
Unbleached Paper Filters for Use with Hot or Boiling Water |
2014 |
2018 |
Protects water |
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Products & Companies |
Coffee with milk and cream – and a clear conscience
Neither
bleaching processes nor a series of other critical auxiliary substances
are used in the manufacture of Blue Angel-labelled filter papers. The
manufacturing process must meet stringent wastewater treatment
requirements. In addition, the manufacturers of such filter papers only
use fibres from certified sustainably managed and semi-natural forests
or plantations - under no circumstances will they use wood from tropical
forests. Knowing all this makes the coffee taste much better right
away.
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| RAL-UZ 67 |
Lead-free products |
2006 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Lead-free fishing!
The heavy metal lead and its compounds are among the most hazardous environmental toxins. Anglers still use lead sinkers. Here, the angler can do something positive for the environment and buy lead-free sinkers! Also, the wide use of lead seals for pincer locks contribute to an uncontrolled release of lead into the environment. Low-pollutant environmentally sound alternatives to sinkers and pincer locks are available in the market helping to reduce the heavy-metal burden on the environment.
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| RAL-UZ 72 |
Printing and Publication Papers |
2014 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
Browsing through environmentally friendly papers, catalogues and brochures
Recycled
paper production not only protects resources, it also produces less
wastewater and uses less water and energy as compared to the production
of virgin-fibre paper. Blue Angel-labelled print products guarantee
that - if a proportion of virgin fibres it used - it comes from
sustainably managed forests and forest management companies meeting
high ecological standards. Use of timber from forests particularly
worthy of protection, such as, for example, tropical or boreal primeval
forests, shall be unacceptable. |
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| RAL-UZ 73 |
Solar Collectors |
2009 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Heat the house and take a shower using the power of the sun!
Solar power is infinitely available. As a CO2-free
energy source it is combined with the traditional heating system in
order to conserve the resources of fossil fuels, such as natural gas
and oil, worldwide. Solar collectors are the integral components of a
thermal solar plant. Home solar power systems are used to heat the
water of the heating system and/or the drinking water. The Blue Angel
eco-label is awarded to energy-efficient tube collectors and flat-plate
collectors.
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| RAL-UZ 76 |
Low-emission Composite Wood Panels |
2011 |
2016 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Can wood be injurious to human health?
In chipboards and other materials pollutants may dissolve from the binders and get into the indoor air. This may cause mucosal inflammation of eyes and ears as well as irritation of the throat, sickness, headache and breathing problems. Blue Angel-labelled wood-based materials are low in emissions.
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| RAL-UZ 76 |
Low-Emission Panel-Shaped Materials (Construction and Furnishing Panels) for Interior Construction |
2016 |
2018 |
Protects environment and health |
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Currently no provider |
Can wood be injurious to human health?
In
chipboards and other materials pollutants may dissolve from the binders
and get into the indoor air. This may cause mucosal inflammation of
eyes and ears as well as irritation of the throat, sickness, headache
and breathing problems. Blue Angel-labelled wood-based materials are low
in emissions.
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| RAL-UZ 77 |
Fabric Towel Rolls Supplied in Towel Dispensers |
2008 |
2020 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
A roll full of advantages
You
find them in the toilets of restaurants, cinemas and public
institutions: Following a hand drying process cloth towel rolls roll on
to offer the next guest a clean and dry piece of towel to wipe his or
her hands dry. In addition to minimizing the volume of waste there are
several other reasons to use cloth towel rolls carrying the Blue Angel
eco-label: They offer a very long service life (80 to 100 cycles) and
good hygienic properties. Apart from that, great demands are placed on
the laundry’s cleaning processes. Award of the Blue Angel to cloth
towels rolls guarantees that the entire cleaning and post-treatment
process is done without any washing product containing biocidal agents.
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| RAL-UZ 78a |
Computer |
2014 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
How can computers pay off for environment and health?
Today,
the use of computers is part of normal life - both in private and
professional life: The great majority of German workplaces is equipped
with a computer. This makes it all the more important that computers
meet all requirements of modern office work, are environmentally
friendly and have no negative impact on the users’ health. Here, the
Blue Angel provides orientation and sets stringent requirements.
Blue-Angel eco-labelled computers are low noise. They feature an
optimized energy consumption and low pollutant emissions. Structure and
materials are designed to facilitate repair and upgrading as well as to
allow reuse or recycling by the material for the purpose of saving
resources. |
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| RAL-UZ 78b |
Key Boards |
2014 |
2017 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
How can computer keyboards pay off for environment and health?
Intensive
computer work and the use of keyboards may cause health problems. This
makes it all the more important that computer keyboards meet all
requirements of modern office work, are environmentally friendly and
have no negative impact on the users’ health. Here, the Blue Angel
provides orientation and sets stringent requirements. Blue-Angel
eco-labelled computer keyboards have an ergonomic design. Structure and
materials are designed to allow reuse or recycling by the material for
the purpose of saving resources. |
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| RAL-UZ 78c |
Monitors |
2014 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
How can monitors pay off for environment and health?
More than half of all workplaces are equipped with a computer, with a tendency to rise. Therefore, it is all the more important that monitors meet all requirements of modern office work, are environmentally friendly and have no negative impact on the users’ health. Here, the Blue Angel provides orientation and sets stringent requirements. Blue-Angel eco-labelled monitors feature an ergonomic design, optimised energy consumption and low pollutant emissions. System and materials are designed to allow easy repair, reuse or material-specific recycling for the sake of saving resources.
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| RAL-UZ 84a |
Sanitary Additives Compatible with Clarification Plants |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects water |
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Products & Companies |
The Blue Angel brings fresh air to the loo
Mobile
toilets are increasingly used in camping vehicles and sport boats, but
also at construction sites, highway restrooms, big events, on coaches,
planes, trains and passenger ships. This often involves the use of
environmentally harmful biocidal sanitary additives to reduce odour
nuisance and gas formation in toilets. Blue Angel-labelled sanitary
additives are an alternative that is compatible with wastewater
treatment plants. They must meet stringent requirements with respect to
the ingredients to make sure they not have any negative impacts on
wastewater treatment plants. |
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| RAL-UZ 84b |
Flushing-Water Additives Compatible with Clarification Plants |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects water |
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Currently no provider |
The Blue Angel brings fresh air to the loo
Mobile
toilets for the private user can be found in campers, sport boats and
gardens. Flushing water additives are used to reduce odour nuisance and
gas formation in toilets. They must meet stringent requirements with
respect to the ingredients and they may not have any negative impacts on
sewage treatment plants.
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| RAL-UZ 87 |
Low-Energy Hand Driers |
2014 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
Air for environmental protection
Drying
the hands using a air fan is not only practical and hygienic but also
good for the environment. Unlike the use of paper towels the use of a
hot air drier does not generate any waste. Appliances equipped with
no-touch on and off sensors only use as much energy as is needed to dry
the hands.
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| RAL-UZ 99 |
Movement Area De-icers for Airfields |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects water |
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Products & Companies |
Environmental protection around airports
In
winter, snowfall and icy conditions at airports require the use of
movement area de-icers to improve the grip of runways, taxiways etc. The
eco-label for movement area de-icers allows the user to select those
products which distinguish themselves, among other things, by an easy
biodegradability as well as by the lowest possible discharge of
pollutants into the sewer system. Thus, they help to reduce the negative
impacts on soil, groundwater and sewage treatment plants.
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| RAL-UZ 100 |
Car Sharing |
2014 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
Mobile without a car of your own
The perfect car for every purpose: whether a passenger car for a trip or a van or truck for house moving purposes – this is no problem for participants in a car sharing scheme. Blue Angel-labelled car sharing agents locally provide their users with environmentally more acceptable vehicles close to the place of residence against the payment of a monthly basic fee and a contribution to the costs depending on the period of use and the mileage. The offer is also open to the self-employed and small businesses.
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| RAL-UZ 100b |
Car-Sharing?. |
2015 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
Mobile without a car of your own
The perfect car for every purpose: whether a passenger car for a trip or a van or truck for house moving purposes – this is no problem for participants in a car sharing scheme. Blue Angel-labelled car sharing agents locally provide their users with environmentally more acceptable vehicles close to the place of residence against the payment of a monthly basic fee and a contribution to the costs depending on the period of use and the mileage. The offer is also open to the self-employed and small businesses.
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| RAL-UZ 102 |
Low-Emission Interior Wall Paints |
2015 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Why should we use „low-emission paints“?
Paints
as a source of pollutants between one’s own four walls are under
discussion because some products may contain alarming quantities of
solvents, plasticizers and formaldehyde. The use of low-emission
products carrying the Blue Angel helps to minimize possible health
risks. |
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| RAL-UZ 104 |
Wet Cleaning Services |
2005 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Environmentally friendly alternative to dry cleaning!
The environmental label is awarded to service providers offering professional cleaning of textile and leather outerwear as well as home textiles. When having a suit or dress cleaned it is recommended to do without dry cleaning. Wet cleaning uses the environmentally friendly solvent water. Another environmentally friendly solvent used in the cleaning process is carbon dioxide (see RAL-UZ 126 with respect to CO2 cleaning services). Hence, both cleaning processes do not emit any pollutants into the air and into the wastewater - and yet, the textiles get clean.
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| RAL-UZ 106 |
Mobile Phones |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Currently no provider |
Mobile Communication with the Blue Angel
Life today cannot be imagined without mobile phones. Using the mobile phone to call, e-mail, surf the Internet or take photos wherever we are has become a way of life for many people.
The Blue Angel criteria are a good guide when buying a new mobile phone if one places high value on health and the preservation of resources. An important criterion is the precautionary limitation of electromagnetic radiation. To promote the longest possible service life of the devices the Blue Angel requires the possibility of updating the operating system software, a subsequent expansion of memory capacity as well as rechargeable battery capacity tests. Also, the rechargeable batteries must be easily replaceable – a feature of great importance for final recycling and proper disposal of the devices.
For a trouble-free use of the mobile phone by a second user the Blue Angel eco-labelled product shall provide the possibility of deleting or removing all personal data on the mobile phone.
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| RAL-UZ 108 |
Gas-Fired Cogeneration Modules |
2012 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Power-generating heating systems for private households
Cogeneration
units do not only generate thermal energy for heating and hot water
generation they also meet the power demand of the building.
This
combined heat and power generation is among the most effective ways of
generating energy and it is particularly suited for local units.
Blue Angel-labelled cogeneration units help to save primary energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
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| RAL-UZ 110 |
Environment-conscious Ship Operation |
2015 |
2020 |
Protects water |
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Currently no provider |
Environmental standards for innovative ship operations
The
aim of awarding the Blue Angel eco-label to environmentally sound ship
operations is to help reduce the emissions and releases of pollutants
into the marine environment caused by a seagoing vessel. To achieve
this aim particularly high standards are imposed on the management of
shipping companies and ships, on ship design and equipment, and
especially on the measures for the reduction of emissions. The scope of
this Blue Angel comprises the operation on ships sailing under the
German or a foreign flag. Excluded are, among others, tank ships,
fishing vessels as well as sport boats and navy ships. |
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| RAL-UZ 111 |
Wood pellet stoves (Edition February 2011) |
2011 |
2016 |
Protects climate |
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What are wood pellets?
Wood
pellet fuel is a biomass fuel with a neutral impact on the climate.
Wood pellets are made from pressed sawdust and shavings. They do not
contain any chemical binders and they have a high energy density. The
energy of two kilograms of wood pellets is roughly equal to that of one
litre of fuel oil. Wood pellets achieve high combustion efficiency and
low emissions. Wood Pellet Stoves (RAL-UZ 111) and Wood Pellet Boilers (RAL-UZ 112) feature much lower carbon-monoxide and dust concentrations than other solid-fuel heating systems. The Survey on Wood Pellet Heating Systems lists the Blue Angel requirements.
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| RAL-UZ 111 |
Wood pellet stoves (Edition February 2016) |
2016 |
2020 |
Protects climate |
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Currently no provider |
What are wood pellets?
Wood
pellet fuel is a biomass fuel with a neutral impact on the climate.
Wood pellets are made from pressed sawdust and shavings. They do not
contain any chemical binders and they have a high energy density. The
energy of two kilograms of wood pellets is roughly equal to that of one
litre of fuel oil. Wood pellets achieve high combustion efficiency and
low emissions. Wood Pellet Stoves (RAL-UZ 111) and Wood Pellet Boilers (RAL-UZ 112) feature much lower carbon-monoxide and dust concentrations than other solid-fuel heating systems. The Survey on Wood Pellet Heating Systems lists the Blue Angel requirements.
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| RAL-UZ 112 |
Wood pellet boilers and wood chips boilers (Edition February 2011) |
2011 |
2016 |
Protects climate |
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What are wood pellets?
Wood
pellet fuel is a biomass fuel with a neutral impact on the climate.
Wood pellets are made from pressed sawdust and shavings. They do not
contain any chemical binders and they have a high energy density. The
energy of two kilograms of wood pellets is roughly equal to that of one
litre of fuel oil. Wood pellets achieve high combustion efficiency and
low emissions. Wood Pellet Boilers (RAL-UZ 112) and Wood Pellet Stoves (RAL-UZ 111) feature much lower carbon-monoxide and dust concentrations than other solid-fuel heating systems. The Survey on Wood Pellet Heating Systems lists the Blue Angel requirements.
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| RAL-UZ 112 |
Wood pellet boilers and wood chips boilers (Edition February 2016) |
2016 |
2020 |
Protects climate |
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Currently no provider |
What are wood pellets?
Wood
pellet fuel is a biomass fuel with a neutral impact on the climate.
Wood pellets are made from pressed sawdust and shavings. They do not
contain any chemical binders and they have a high energy density. The
energy of two kilograms of wood pellets is roughly equal to that of one
litre of fuel oil. Wood pellets achieve high combustion efficiency and
low emissions. Wood Pellet Boilers (RAL-UZ 112) and Wood Pellet Stoves (RAL-UZ 111) feature much lower carbon-monoxide and dust concentrations than other solid-fuel heating systems. The Survey on Wood Pellet Heating Systems lists the Blue Angel requirements.
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| RAL-UZ 113 |
low emission floor-covering adhesives | and other covering materials |
2011 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Do adhesives have an impact on human health?
Fortunately,
the days when floor coverings were laid by the use of
solvent-containing adhesives are over. Today, we use water-dilutable
adhesives which may, however, also cause health problems because
solvent-free is not equal to pollutant-free. The adhesive may still
contain various non- volatile organic substances. These substances
gradually evaporate from the adhesive over a long period of time and
make their way through the flooring and, thus, get into the air we
breathe or attach themselves to the house dust. This is not the case
with Blue Angel-labelled adhesives. |
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| RAL-UZ 115 |
Low-Solvent Roof Coatings and Bitumen Adhesives |
2010 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Low-solvent roof coatings as well as adhesives for bituminous felts
Solvents have a significant negative impact on our environment as they are readily volatile and mostly environmentally hazardous. Also, the users of solvent-containing bitumen products are exposed to these solvents. In order to reduce these environmental and health impacts research and development have led to the manufacture of new bitumen-emulsion-based products which are safer for both the environment and the user and, at the same time, improve the quality and the serviceability properties of solvents. It is mostly the private final consumer who buys protective bituminous coatings at a do-it-yourself store and processes them as well.
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| RAL-UZ 116 |
Solar-Powered Products |
2012 |
2020 |
Protects climate |
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Using the sun to generate electric power
In
day-to-day life we can use solar milk frothers to refine our coffee or
have the time shown using a solar powered wall clock or a solar powered
radio alarm clock. Tiny solar cells in the products generate electric
power from the sunlight. They are coupled to rechargeable batteries
(accumulators) in order to guarantee sufficient operational safety of
the product. By doing without cadmium-containing batteries and other
contaminants photovoltaic products can help reduce the impact on the
environment and promote the spread of solar cells.
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| RAL-UZ 117 |
Low Emission Upholstered Furniture |
2008 |
2018 |
Protects environment and health |
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Healthy Living with the Blue Angel
A living room without upholstery, unthinkable.
Some
upholstered furniture can be significant sources of pollutants in
indoor environments because of their large surfaces and their long
service lives.
Pollutants that may adversely affect the
environment and human health usually come from glues, upholstery
materials, cover fabrics, or the leather. The Blue Angel for
low-emission upholstery indicates that - starting from its production
through its entire service life to its recycling and disposal - the
piece of furniture causes less impact on environment and health than
comparable products without the Blue Angel eco-label. |
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| RAL-UZ 118 |
Energy-Efficient Heat Pumps |
2012 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Environmental heat is pumped into the house
Heat
pumps use renewable heat sources, such as groundwater, geothermal heat,
air, and exhaust air. Thus, they help to save fossil fuels and avoid
air pollutants when generating heat energy. The refrigerants required
for the Blue Angel have a very little impact on the climate. The systems
distinguish themselves by a high energy efficiency. |
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| RAL-UZ 119 |
Mattresses |
2010 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Why is it that pollutant-tested mattresses are so important?
We
sleep seven hours per day on the average. There is just a piece of
cloth between us and the mattress and that is why we are freely exposed
to chemical emissions. Such emissions may cause numerous health
problems and damage the environment. Formaldehyde, for example, may
cause allergies or even cancer. In addition, emissions may produce
unpleasant odours which may interfere with healthy sleep and, thus,
have a negative impact on our well-being. Blue Angel-labelled products
are particularly low in emissions. Thus, they contribute to
environmental protection even while sleeping. |
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| RAL-UZ 120 |
Elastic Floor Coverings |
2011 |
2016 |
Protects environment and health |
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Improved home quality thanks to environmentally safe floorings?
Healthy
living is a trend and the Blue Angel has a clear focus when assessing
the health effects of products used in indoor spaces in particular.
Blue Angel-labelled elastic floor coverings, such as, for example,
rubber or cork floorings, emit very few pollutants to the indoor air of
children’s rooms, bedrooms and other rooms and, thus, do not affect the
health of the inhabitants. The floor coverings are best laid by use of
adhesives also carrying the Blue Angel eco-label. |
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| RAL-UZ 123 |
Low-Emission Sealants for Interior Use |
2006 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Can silicone sealing material be a clean product?
Silicone
and other joint sealing materials are high-performance construction
materials protecting, for example, the bathroom from water seepage for
many years. This property requires a complex mixture of chemicals, such
as plasticizers or anti-mould agents. However, from the perspective of
environmental protection and health the pollutant impact of such
sealants on indoor areas must be low in order to guarantee the lowest
possible emissions from these products. |
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| RAL-UZ 124 |
Energy-Efficient Hot-Water Storage Tanks |
2011 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Hot water storage tanks for better energy balance
Blue
Angel-labelled hot water storage tanks provide for highly effective
heat storage and very good heat insulation. Their use helps to reduce
the energy costs of single-family houses for hot water processing by as
much as 10 percent. Especially in combination with solar collectors, the
systems need be equipped with high-quality storage units in order to
bridge the time gap between heat supply from solar radiation and hot
water consumption for heating, bath and kitchen. |
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| RAL-UZ 125 |
Baby Phone |
2006 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Best possible care for the very youngest children
Baby monitors are a great aid for parents - above all, in the first months of baby’s life – because they can save lives! However, since these devices are required to operate for extended periods it is important that they use as little energy as possible and, above all, do not affect baby’s health.
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| RAL-UZ 126 |
Carbon Dioxide Cleaning Services |
2006 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Environmentally friendly alternative to dry cleaning!
This environmental label is awarded to service providers offering professional cleaning of textile and leather outerwear as well as home textiles. When having a suit or dress cleaned it is recommended to do without dry cleaning. CO2 cleaning uses the environmentally friendly solvent carbon dioxide. Another environmentally friendly solvent used in the cleaning process is water (see RAL-UZ 104 with respect to wet-cleaning services). Hence, both cleaning processes do not emit any pollutants into the air and into the wastewater - and yet, the textiles get clean.
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| RAL-UZ 127 |
Digital Projectors |
2014 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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How can digital projectors (in German also called beamers) be of benefit to environment and health?
Digital projectors have become a matter of course in schools and
universities as well as in professional and private life: More than
250000 digital projectors are sold in Germany every year, with a
tendency to rise. Hence, it is all the more important that these
devices meet all requirements of modern presentation technology, are
environmentally friendly and have no negative effects on the user’s
health. Here, the Blue Angel provides orientation and sets stringent
standards. Blue Angel-labelled digital projectors are low-noise
devices. They feature an optimized energy consumption and, after all,
the low energy consumption in standby mode contributes to global
climate protection.
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| RAL-UZ 128 |
Textile Floorcoverings |
2011 |
2016 |
Protects environment and health |
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Better living with environmentally sound floorings?
Healthy
living is a growing trend and the Blue Angel sets a clear focus when
assessing the health effects of products for indoor use. Because of
their large surface floor coverings have a particularly high potential
for affecting the indoor air quality. By awarding the eco-label to
textile floor coverings – in addition to resilient floor coverings -
the Blue Angel draws the consumer’s attention to a health-compliant
alternative in this product sector. The label is awarded to textile
floor coverings that outgas particularly small amounts of organic
compounds and formaldehyde into the indoor air. |
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| RAL-UZ 128 |
Low-Emission Textile Floor Coverings |
2016 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Better living with environmentally sound floorings?
Healthy
living is a growing trend and the Blue Angel sets a clear focus when
assessing the health effects of products for indoor use. Because of
their large surface floor coverings have a particularly high potential
for affecting the indoor air quality. By awarding the eco-label to
textile floor coverings – in addition to resilient floor coverings -
the Blue Angel draws the consumer’s attention to a health-compliant
alternative in this product sector. The label is awarded to textile
floor coverings that outgas particularly small amounts of organic
compounds and formaldehyde into the indoor air. |
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| RAL-UZ 129 |
Low-Noise and Low-Pollutant Garden Tools |
2010 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Outdoor recreation without noise and stink
Garden tools create a noise nuisance during operation, especially in times of leisure and at places of recreation. Hence, it is recommended to use Blue Angel-labelled low-noise garden tools. Combustion-engine-powered garden tools are additionally required to meet exhaust emission standards and, thus, provide for better air quality. For health protection purposes, plastic components and handle materials may not contain any problematic ingredients.
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| RAL-UZ 131 |
Digital cordless phone |
2014 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Cordless phones are gaining
in popularity with today’s consumers – they can be found in many homes
and offices. It is so convenient to make a „cordless call“ but still use
the landline. However, with these phones another source of
electromagnetic radiation enters your home or office. One major
objective of the Blue Angel eco-label is a preventive limitation of this
radiation. And, of course, we also want the Blue Angel to contribute to
climate protection. Even though the saving in electrical power
consumption is only a few watts for a single device the number of
devices is what makes the difference – resulting in a significant
economic impact.
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| RAL-UZ 132 |
Low-Emission Thermal Insulation Material and Suspended Ceilings for Use in Buildings |
2009 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Blue Angel-labelled low-emission thermal insulation material and suspended ceilings. Thermal insulation material and suspended ceilings are an effective way to save energy and reduce noise in buildings. However, if the products are manufactured from pollutant-containing materials these measures may, in fact, harm the environment. That is why the Blue Angel eco-label may be awarded to those thermal insulation materials and suspended ceilings which beyond the legal provisions have been produced in a low-pollutant manufacturing process and pose no health hazard in the living environment. The Basic Award Criteria include requirements for thermal and sound insulation and define limits for emissions from the products.
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| RAL-UZ 133 |
Water boilers, electric kettles |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Hot Products for Climate Protection
Small
device - great effect: People who regularly use the electric kettle
instead of cooker or microwave do not only protect our climate but also
save on the electricity bill. When purchasing an electric kettle
consumers should also look for an easy-to-read water level indicator
allowing an easy and accurate dosing of small quantities of water – or
directly buy a Blue Angel-labelled appliance. |
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| RAL-UZ 134 |
Auto-Off Power Strips and Socket Adapters |
2012 |
2020 |
Protects climate |
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Is it really OFF?
The annual standby power consumption of appliances in private households is about 400 kWh. Appliances can be separated from the electric circuit by the use of power strips – and till then they are often not "really off". But in everyday life people often forget to also turn off the power strip itself. This can be avoided by using a power strip with master/slave switching to which one main device (master) and several additional devices (slaves) can be connected. When switching off the master device the slave devices are completely disconnected from the mains as well, thus cutting their standby losses to zero. |
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| RAL-UZ 136 |
Coffee Machines for Household Use |
2009 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Coffee enjoyment without remorse about the climate
People
in Germany like to drink coffee and they drink quite a lot. Besides the
classical filter coffee, espresso machines are steadily gaining
popularity in Germany too. In contrast to the traditional coffee-making,
the advantage of the modern automatic coffee machines is - from the
environmental point of view – the fact that they brew only as much
coffee as is actually needed. This helps to save both energy and coffee.
However, a fact that many consumers do not know is that quite a number
of these single-portion coffee machines have high power consumption, for
example, because of their need for constant water heating. |
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| RAL-UZ 138 |
Refrigerators ersatzlos auslaufen lassen zum 31.12.2016 |
2013 |
2016 |
Protects climate |
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Cool for Climate Protection
Refrigerators
and freezers run all day and night and they are among the largest power
consumers in private households. In most cases highly energy-efficient
refrigerators and freezers are more expensive than less efficient ones
but they can compensate the price difference by electricity savings over
the years of operation. Apart from that, good appliances should neither
contain halogenated organic substances as cooling agents nor foaming
agents in the insulating material. |
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| RAL-UZ 139 |
Household Gas cooker and gas-fired cooking appliances |
2009 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Cooking for Climate Protection
Cooking and baking with gas is eco-friendlier than cooking with electricity because, here, a so-called primary energy carrier – i.e. natural gas – is directly used to generate heat. In contrast to this, electricity is a secondary energy carrier that must first be produced from primary energy carriers, such as coal or gas. More than 60 percent of the original energy is already “lost” in the production of electricity. During the subsequent conversion from electricity to the heat required for cooking another 10-40% is lost depending on the type of cooktop. Cooking with gas is also easy on the wallet. Yet, it should be noted that the individual household is bound to the regionally available energy carrier and that gas-fired cookers are only suitable for limited use. Hence, it is planned to also develop Basic Award Criteria for energy-efficient electric cookers and electric cooking plates at a later date. |
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| RAL-UZ 140 |
External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems (ETICS) |
2010 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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External thermal insulation composite systems help to protect the climate – but are they environmentally friendly in other respects as well and should they be recommended?
Exterior wall fires, environmentally hazardous flame retardants, rainwater contamination due to biocides leaching from plasters for external thermal insulation composite systems as well as Styrofoam insulation as future hazardous waste – there are numerous press reports that put these topics in contrast to the climate protection benefits of thermal insulation. However, exterior wall insulation is often the most effective way for the consumer to contribute effectively to climate protection. In the long run, this even saves money. The use of Blue Angel eco-labelled external thermal insulation composite systems helps to minimize possible environmental impacts so that the benefits for climate protection strongly outweigh the negative impacts.
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| RAL-UZ 141 |
Eco-Friendly Ship Design |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects water |
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Eco-friendly ship design - Implementation of environmental standards already during the construction of the ship.
The
aim of the Blue Angel eco-label is to implement as many environmental
innovations as possible for reducing releases into the marine
environment already during the planning phase for a sea-going ship. The
requirements range from the installation of an emergency towing system
to measures for air pollutant reduction and fuel tank protection (double
hull). Also included are demanding requirements for onboard waste and
wastewater treatment.
The scope comprises merchant ships, research
and authority ships. Excluded are, among others, fishing and naval ships
as well as sport boats. |
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| RAL-UZ 142 |
Household Energy Meters |
2013 |
2020 |
Protects climate |
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Find the Power Hogs in Your Home
Unnecessary standby power consumption of household appliances can add up to 400 kWh per year and household. This has a negative impact not only on the environment but also on the purse. Good energy meters help to identify secret electricity-gobbling appliances. The devices should provide power consumption data that are as accurate as possible and they should be safe. If so, consumer will be able to take additional power-saving measures, such as, for example, the use of switchable power strips or the replacement of heavy power consuming appliances by more efficient ones.
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| RAL-UZ 143 |
Electric Ovens for Household Use |
2010 |
2016 |
Protects climate |
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More than just Hot Air
Modern kitchens often have a separate oven and cooktop. Electric ovens are available in different models either as under-counter or built-in appliances and they differ greatly in their energy efficiency. The Blue Angel eco-label identifies those appliances which feature an above-average energy-efficient heating system and as well as an energy-saving convection function. |
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| RAL-UZ 144 |
DVD-Rekorder, DVD-Player, Blu-ray Disk-Player |
2010 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Efficient Silver Disks
DVD and Blu-ray disk have long replaced the old video cassette. However, power consumption of the new and elegant recording and playing apparatuses in On and Standby modes is relatively high. But there are particularly energy-efficient DVD and Blu-ray appliances bearing the Blue Angel eco-label which show that this need not be so. In addition, the automatic switch-off of the appliances during periods of non-use further reduces energy consumption.
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| RAL-UZ 145 |
Television Sets |
2012 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Watching TV with Foresight
High-definition TV sets are the trend. To make sure that this plus in the enjoyment of watching TV does not result in a higher electricity bill the Blue Angel label may be awarded to appliances that are particularly energy efficient while still providing the same level of performance. Moreover, Blue Angel-labelled TV sets must be mercury-free and other pollutant contents must be low to allow efficient recycling of the appliances at the end of their useful lives. |
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| RAL-UZ 146 |
Compact Hi-Fi Systems |
2010 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Protecting the Climate Tunefully
Compact Hi-Fi systems combine radio, CD player and other replay units as well as the final amplifier in a single device. Thus, they are smaller, more economical and more material-efficient than separate-component Hi-Fi systems. Moreover, Blue Angel-labelled appliances feature particularly high energy efficiency and intelligent power-saving functions, such as the automatic switch-off when not in use. |
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| RAL-UZ 147 |
Household Cooker Hoods |
2010 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Climate Friendly Steam Release
Today, cooker hoods can be found in nearly 70 percent of all German households. Particularly eco-friendly cooker hoods distinguish themselves by a very good efficiency of the fan as well as by an energy-efficient lighting. In addition, they feature a high grease and odour elimination efficiency and keep noise emissions within acceptable limits. Moreover, an automatic switchoff allows the most efficient appliances to reduce their air delivery volume, as needed. |
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| RAL-UZ 148 |
Low-emission upholstery leathers (Edition January 2010) |
2010 |
2016 |
Protects environment and health |
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Blue Angel for Low-Emission Upholstery Leathers
Upholstery leathers can be a significant source of indoor air pollution because of their large surfaces and their long service lives. Pollutants that may affect our health and environment usually originate from leather tanning and preservation processes. The Blue Angel eco-label for low-emission upholstery leather signals to the consumer that leathers bearing the Blue Angel have been manufactured with the aim of minimizing their impact on health and environment during manufacture, the entire useful life as well as during recycling and disposal. The new Blue Angel eco-label enables the manufacturer of upholstery furniture as well as the upholstery craftsman to deliberately choose Blue Angel-ecolabelled low-emission upholstery leathers for their products and, thus, offer upholstery furniture to the consumer that does not pose a risk to their health. |
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| RAL-UZ 148 |
Leather |
2015 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Blue Angel for Leathers
Leathers can be a significant source of indoor air pollution because of
their large surfaces and their long service lives. Pollutants that may
affect our health and environment usually originate from leather tanning
and preservation processes. The Blue Angel eco-label for low-emission
upholstery leather signals to the consumer that leathers bearing the
Blue Angel have been manufactured with the aim of minimizing their
impact on health and environment during manufacture, the entire useful
life as well as during recycling and disposal. The new Blue Angel
eco-label enables the manufacturer of upholstery furniture as well as
the upholstery craftsman to deliberately choose Blue Angel-ecolabelled
low-emission upholstery leathers for their products and, thus, offer
upholstery furniture to the consumer that does not pose a risk to their
health. |
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| RAL-UZ 149 |
Microwave Ovens |
2010 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Schnelle Küche mit hoher Effizienz
Mit
Mikrowellenkochgeräten können Speisen schnell und komfortabel erhitzt
werden. Gerade bei kleinen Speisemengen hat die Mikrowelle dabei
deutliche Effizienzvorteile gegenüber dem elektrischen Backofen oder der
Herdplatte. Der Blaue Engel für Mikrowellenkochgeräte zeichnet dabei
solche Geräte aus, die einen besonders hohen Wirkungsgrad der
Mikrowellenfunktion, einen geringen Stand-by-Stromverbrauch und geringe
Leckstrahlen aufweisen. Zusätzliche Kriterien sind die
Schadstofffreiheit der verwendeten Materialien, Reparaturfähigkeit und
intelligente Stromsparfunktionen. |
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| RAL-UZ 150 |
Voice over IP |
2010 |
2020 |
Protects climate |
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Convenient and energy-efficient telephone conversations over the Internet
There is a growing trend for companies to replace their analog or ISDN phone systems with voice over IP phones. They provide a greater variety of functions and save costs using existing data networks. To make sure that this plus for convenience is not accompanied by an increase in energy and material consumption the Blue Angel sets strict requirements. Blue Angel eco-labelled VoIP phones feature low electric power consumption, high compatibility with data networks, updatability and high voice quality. Spare parts supply must be guaranteed for at least 5 years, used devices can be returned to the manufacturer and the materials used are subject to strict requirements as to pollutant contents.
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| RAL-UZ 151 |
lamps |
2014 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
Keep your eyes open when buying lamps: High-quality energy-saving household lamps
Compact fluorescent lamps - colloquially also called "energy-saving
bulbs" - and LED lamps use far less electricity than incandescent lamps
to produce the same light output. Thus, they help reduce the household
lighting bill: at best by up to 80 percent. However, not all
energy-saving lamps are equally good. Blue Angel eco-labelled lamps are
high-quality products offering so many benefits (see above). Hence: Be
smart about lighting. |
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| RAL-UZ 152 |
Household Dishwashers |
2013 |
2016 |
Protects climate |
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Spick and Span without Remorse
Dishwashers
are not only convenient but also environmentally friendly because
washing dishes by use of an efficient appliance requires less water and
electric power than washing dishes by hand. Ecological high-quality
appliances can be identified by the Blue Angel eco-label. These
appliances are very economical in terms of consumption, they feature
particularly low-noise operation and excellent cleaning and drying
properties.
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| RAL-UZ 153 |
Technically Dried Wood Chips / Wood Pellets |
2011 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Blue Angel Eco-Label for Technically Dried Wood Chips and Wood Pellets
Technical drying greatly improves the calorific value of the fuels and reduces the dust loads during combustion. The heat required for drying must be supplied either from renewable energy sources or from industrial waste heat and efficiently used. The particulate matter emissions occurring during manufacture must comply with strict limits. Only wood from sustainably managed forests and chemically untreated wood residues may be used for the production of wood chips and wood pellets. In order to compare origins of wood involving long-distance transportation and their impact on the environment with regional origins of wood the transportation expenses for the supply of wood raw materials need to be recorded. Moreover, the strict product quality standards offer the user an efficient and low-emission combustion of the wood fuels.
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| RAL-UZ 154 |
Textiles |
2011 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Green clothes - more than a fig leaf
There are many textile standards on paper - but on most products they are missing. And not all label guarantee environmentally friendly standards for the entire production chain. Many consumers are overwhelmed by the sheer number of labels. They don´t know which labels they should consider. To be of practical use in every day´s life, a label must be well known and trustworthy. The aim of the Blue Angel is to provide a reliable guidance for sustainable textiles.
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| RAL-UZ 155 |
Shoes |
2011 |
2018 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
No more tiptoeing around - a decision your feet can support
Shoes are important consumer products - every German consumer buys an average of 4-5 pairs per year. But what many consumers do not bear in mind: the manufacturing of the shoes includes several environmental relevant processes from tanning of the leather to finishing the final product. The aim of the eco label is to define high standards throughout the production chain protecting the environment and health. With the Blue Angel it will be easier to recognize good shoes in the future. |
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| RAL-UZ 156 |
Flooring Underlays |
2011 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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What are flooring underlays made of and why should they be low-emission?
Flooring underlays are products installed under laminate, parquet or carpet floorings. Their purpose is to absorb the impact sound, even out uneven subsurfaces and, by the way, combat cold feet. Flooring underlays are made of different materials, depending on the mode of application: for example, wood, paperboard, cork, rubber or various foam and non-foam plastics.
The materials are as different as are the respective environmental requirements for award of the Blue Angel. However, all flooring underlays must be low-emission because in order to guarantee a health-oriented floor structure all individual components – from adhesive to cover layer, including sealants – must be low-emission because it is an unpleasant characteristic of pollutants that they can also travel through the floorings. |
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| RAL-UZ 157 |
Energy-Efficient and Water-Saving Hand-Held and Overhead Shower Heads |
2011 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Showering in a Climate-Friendly Way
In Germany, the average amount of water used per person per day for personal hygiene is 44 litres which is approximately one third of the total water use. Since the water used for personal hygiene is usually hot, lower consumption will also result in lower energy consumption as well as in lower climate-harming greenhouse gas emissions. That is why shower heads with a restricted maximum flow rate of 6 to 9 litres per minute independent of the pressure are recommended in particular. They can achieve savings of 40 percent and more compared with customary products! |
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| RAL-UZ 158 |
E-Book Reader |
2011 |
2017 |
Protects resources |
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Bookshelf on a Minimum of Space
E-book readers can make thousands of electronic books available for mobile reading. The easy-to-handle reading devices can replace traditional paper books and thus reduce energy consumption and materials usage. The manufacture of Blue Angel eco-labelled e-book readers consumes only about as much primary energy as is requried for the production of 10 paperback books. High-contrast e-ink displays make them highly energy-efficient in operation. In order to be ready for a variety of electronic book formats the devices support lots of file formats and have an updatable operating system.
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| RAL-UZ 159 |
Textile Toys |
2011 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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The Blue Angel has always made it a primary objective to ensure the health and safety of our youngest ones.
To this aim new criteria have been developed for textile toys as, for example, rag dolls and teddies. They include essential requirements for an ecological production of natural raw materials and the avoidance of health-damaging chemicals in the product. The criteria have been developed by the German Umweltbundesamt (Federal Environmental Agency) with the involvement of the Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung (BfR) (Federal Institute for Risk Assessment).
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| RAL-UZ 160 |
Router |
2014 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Protecting the climate while surfing the Web or talking on the phone
Today, it is hard to imagine private households without access to the
Internet. 72 percent of all Germans use the Internet most of whom use
broadband access. To gain access to the Internet the user needs
networking equipment that is connected around the clock to the telephone
and data networks. The Blue Angel eco-label may be awarded to routers
that, offering the same capacity, operate highly energy-efficient and,
where appropriate, provide additional functions, as, for example,
Wireless LAN (WLAN routers) for wireless access to the Internet as well
as so-called broadband routers. In addition, the routers are technically
adaptable so that even if the Internet service provider changes the
user will be able to continue to use the equipment. |
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| RAL-UZ 161 |
Energy Efficient Data Center Operation |
2015 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Resource-conscious service companies help protect our climate
Servers and data centres consume more than 9.1 TWh annually, with
a tendency to rise. Also contributing to this consumption is the
increased use of central IT resources, cloud computing and social
networks. The Blue Angel eco-label may be awarded to resource-conscious
companies committed to the implementation of a long-term strategy aiming
at improving the energy and resource efficiency of their data center
with respect to the IT services to be delivered and conducting regular
monitoring to optimize the data center operations. The Blue Angel
eco-label provides the demand side (public sector or industry) with a
reliable means of selecting ecological criteria when calling for bids
for external data center services.
Notice for Application: To get a clear picture of the current state of the data center operations the applicant may choose either to complete Annex 2 or to use the online platform of Technische Universität Berlin, Department of Information and Communication Management (as is recommended). To register for the online platform please go to: http://blauerengel.ikm.tu-berlin.de.
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| RAL-UZ 163 |
photovoltaic inverters |
2012 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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The quality of photovoltaic inverters is of great importance. What is decisive for the efficiency of the entire system is not only the efficiency of the solar module but also the efficiency of the inverters. Moreover, modern inverters can take over additional tasks in the field of network management, as, for example, provision of reactive power, controlled shutdown in the event of frequency exceedance or remote controllability. PV inverters differ a lot in their energy efficiency because of different efficiency levels and standby / night-time consumption levels. Since PV inverters do not yet fall under the RoHS and WEEE directives the Blue Angel can take a leading role in matters of pollution control and recycling. First and foremost, the eco-label identifies PV inverters that perform their core functions in a particularly efficient manner, i.e. inverters that have high energy efficiency and engage in network management. Other criteria are a long service life, low pollutant levels, a recyclable design and free product take-back. Other quality features are low noise emissions, electric safety as well as electromagnetic compatibility.
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| RAL-UZ 166 |
Interactive whiteboards |
2012 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Currently no provider |
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| RAL-UZ 167 |
Toasters |
2012 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
A toaster is one of the basic items that belong to a German household. Even though it is used for only a few minutes each day, the high power consumption of a regularly and intensively used appliance adds up to an annual power consumption of almost 50kWh (8 slices per day). In addition to power consumption, other key issues of consumer health protection are pollutant emissions, as, for example, the emission of formaldehyde. And there are safety aspects that play an important role during the useful life of a toaster: the exterior surfaces of some models can become extremely hot, thus posing a burn hazard to users. Moreover, there are safety risks when slices of bread get stuck in the appliance.
The Basic Criteria for award of the eco-label make sure that Blue Angel-labelled products are low in power consumption. Also, the Blue Angel toasters feature low pollutant and emission levels, meet stringent safety requirements and have a great ease of use.
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| RAL-UZ 168 |
Programmable radiator thermostats |
2012 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Programmable radiator thermostats can help save heating energy, especially in the multi-tenant building sector where buildings are centrally heated and where the individual resident has no influence on the central control. Proper programming allows automatic and individual control of room temperatures and heating periods. This avoids overheating and unnecessary heating in the case of absence or when forgetting to turn down the thermostat. The Blue Angel eco-label can be awarded to radiator thermostats that allow precise and quick temperature control, feature a user-friendly and recyclable design as well as low electromagnetic radiation. The batteries used for thermostat control must have a guaranteed service life of two years.
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| RAL-UZ 170 |
Energy Services provided under guaranteed Energy Savings Contracts |
2012 |
2019 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
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| RAL-UZ 171 |
Office Equipment with Printing Function (Printers, Copiers, Multifunction Devices) |
2012 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Many features, more transparency
Blue Angel eco-labelled printers, copiers or multifunction devices all have one common advantage: their contribution to indoor air pollution at the workplace or in private households is particularly low. In order to being awarded the Blue Angel eco-label devices must meet strict requirements for material selection and recyclable design. Last but not least, low-pollutant materials are used in the plastic parts, thus, reducing possible harm to the environment and health risks. In addition, low energy consumption also helps to protect the climate.
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| RAL-UZ 173 |
Laundrettes |
2012 |
2019 |
Protects climate |
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According to expert estimates one can start out from the fact that, on the average, about 90 percent of a launderette’s energy is consumed by washing machines and laundry dryers as well as for hot water production. An environmentally friendly operation of a launderette requires the use of energy-efficient appliances.
The Blue Angel eco-label may be awarded to launderettes featuring low energy and low water consumption. The Blue Angel sets requirements for both the appliances and the laundry detergents used at a launderette. Moreover, consumers are to be provided with information on environmentally friendly washing and drying.
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| RAL-UZ 174 |
Data Shredders |
2012 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
Data shredders, as, for example, file shredders, are used to destroy confidential documents that are no longer needed by shredding them into pieces. A lot of shredders do not just shred paper but also other data carriers, such as CDs / DVDs or credit cards and, thus, protect them from data misuse. The maximum power of data shredders for personal and small office use is between 130 and 700 watts. The maximum power of appliances for open-plan offices or office floors is between about 700 and 2600 watts. The greater part of the annual power consumed by inefficient data shredders (90 to 97 %) is not consumed in the actual operating mode (paper shredding) but in “standby” and “off” mode.
The Blue Angel eco-label for data shredders may be awarded to appliances featuring low power consumption, long-lived design and avoidance of environmentally harmful materials. |
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| RAL-UZ 175 |
Hair Dryers |
2012 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
Hair care appliances are basic items that can be found in most German households. The power consumption of a hair dryer is between 960 and 2300 watts. The annual power consumption of an average hair dryer is 65 kWh if used every day. This is about as much as the consumption of, for example, an iron or an efficient cooling device. Blue Angel eco-labelled hair care appliances achieve power savings of at least 30 percent compared to standard appliances. In addition, Blue Angel eco-labelled hair care appliances meet requirements for noise emission, the plastics and materials used as well as for product safety and durability. Moreover, the Operating Instructions include information on environmentally conscious user behaviour and product safety. |
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| RAL-UZ 176 |
Low-Emission Floor Coverings, Panels and Doors for Interiors made of Wood and Wood-Based Materials |
2012 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Products & Companies |
Wood for a good indoor climate
Products made of wood or wood-based materials, such as interior floor coverings, panels and doors, may cause an environmental impact during their production, use and disposal.
The Blue Angel eco-label considers the whole life cycle of a product and promotes, above all, the use of wood from sustainably managed forests and of low-emission wood-based materials.
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| RAL-UZ 177 |
Recycled Toner modules |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
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| RAL-UZ 178 |
Biodegradable Lubricants and Hydraulic Fluids |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects water |
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With regard to the RAL-UZ 178 Basic Criteria for "Biodegradable Lubricants and Hydraulic Fluids" it was decided to set up, in Appendix 1, a publicly accessible "Lubricant Component Classification List" based on the LuSC List of the EU Ecolabel for Lubricants. This list is meant to make application filing easier for manufacturers of lubricants since the products which will be listed in said Appendix 1 will not require the submission of further data. The manufacturers of lubricant components shall be able, from now on, to have their products evaluated with costs in accordance with RAL-UZ 178 and to apply for inclusion in Appendix 1 to RAL-UZ 178.
Lubricants are used in various applications where an entry of substances into the environment cannot be completely avoided, especially when used for loss lubrication of rails, points, block trains or for sealing purposes and similar fields of application where high lubricant losses occur during the intended use. Also, loss lubrication during wood cutting causes the release of approximately 10,000 tons of chain lubricants into the environment per year. Even during the intended use of hydraulic fluids in agriculture and forestry as well as in the building industry significant quantities may escape in an uncontrolled way into the environment due to leakages and other defects. If the lubricants include components that are toxic to humans or the environment or have insufficient biodegradability, these releases into the environment can have an adverse effect on soil and water. This negative effect should be minimized in order to preserve intact ecosystems and avoid indirect impact on human health.
The aim of the Blue Angel eco-label for biodegradable lubricants and hydraulic fluids is to enable the user to choose products that, for example, consist primarily of renewable raw materials (vegetable or animal oils) and, first and foremost, stand out due to their good biodegradability. |
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| RAL-UZ 179 |
Climate-Friendly Grocery Stores in the Food Retail Sector |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Shopping in climate-friendly food retail stores
The food retail sector is responsible for approx. 1% of the greenhouse gas emissions in Germany and for around 3% of the total energy consumption in Germany. The refrigeration systems for cooling food account for the largest proportion of the total energy consumption at almost 40 %, as well as for the largest share of the indirect greenhouse gas emissions from grocery stores in the food retail sector. Around 30 % of the total energy consumption is used for heating, around 20 % for lighting and 8 % for air conditioning. In all of these areas, there is significant potential for making savings in terms of energy consumption and thus reducing the green house emissions.
In addition, refrigeration systems can contain halogenated organic compounds as refrigerants and in their insulation materials. As a result of the use of natural refrigerants that have no ozone depletion potential and no or little global-warming potential in combination with the energy-efficient operation of the refrigeration systems, a significant proportion of the greenhouse gas emissions caused by refrigeration systems in the food retail sector can be saved. Other emissions savings are possible through good thermal insulation in the building, energy-efficient lighting, ventilation and the use of more energy-efficient electrical equipment.
Those grocery stores in the food retail sector issued with the Blue Angel ecolabel will be operated in a particularly energy-efficient way and use climate-friendly natural refrigerants.
Die mit dem Blauen
Engel ausgezeichneten Verkaufsmärkte des Lebensmitteleinzelhandels
werden besonders energieeffizient betrieben und verwenden
klimafreundliche natürliche Kältemittel.
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| RAL-UZ 180 |
Sanitary tapware |
2013 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Efficient use of hot water pays for itself. The most important factor with regard to environmentally friendly sanitary tapware is the ability to save energy by using less hot water. The average German citizen runs around 34 litres of water through kitchen and bathroom tapware per day. Flow-restricted tapware, which allows a maximum flow of 6 litres per minute, can achieve a saving of around 50 per cent compared to conventional tapware, which has an average water flow rate of 12 litres. The Blue Angel is also a guarantee that no unwanted substances or materials are released which could encourage the growth of bacteria.
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| RAL-UZ 182 |
Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems |
2013 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system guarantees the provision of critical electrical loads, for example, in hospitals, signal boxes or computer centres. They are integrated into the powers supply lines for the system or device to be safeguarded. It is possible to make CO2 savings of several hundred tonnes per year through the use of highly-efficient uninterruptible power supply systems. Lead batteries are still currently being used in uninterruptible power supply systems. The environmental label ensures that these lead batteries deliver the greatest possible lifespan in order to keep the useful value of this environmentally dangerous and unhealthy material as high as possible. The Blue Angel Environmental Label sets additional requirements for energy efficiency, quality and recycling-compatible construction. |
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| RAL-UZ 183 |
Telephone Systems |
2013 |
2019 |
Protects climate |
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Products & Companies |
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| RAL-UZ 184 |
Replacement Catalytic Converters |
2013 |
2018 |
Protects environment and health |
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Catalytic converters are used to reduce harmful exhaust emissions from combustion engines in motor vehicles.
These
catalytic converters need to be replaced in the event of a defect. The
Blue Angel Environmental Label can be issued to these replacement
catalytic converters (Rep-Cat) if the products guarantee sufficiently
low emissions and remain fully functional in the long term. Therefore,
Rep-Cats are subjected to an artificial ageing process and then tested
again. In addition, there is a determination of the precious metals
content.
Due to varying quality in the production process, regular
monitoring of the products in the form of yearly follow-up tests is
prescribed within the award process for the Blue Angel Environmental
Label.
Synthetic mineral fibres (also known as Man Made Mineral
Fibres) with biopersistent characteristics can be used in the production
of support mats for catalytic converters. Therefore, criteria are
prescribed for the reduction of negative effects on health. |
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| RAL-UZ 188 |
Vakuum Cleaners |
2015 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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Eco-Friendly Vacuum Cleaning
Today, there are about 39 million
vacuum cleaners in German households. All together they consume about
3.4 billion kilowatt hours per year. During an eight-year service life
the electricity costs sometimes add up to more than the purchase price.
The
Blue Angel eco-label for vacuum cleaners may be awarded to products
featuring low energy consumption, high dust pick-up and low dust
re-emission. Their design enhances future recyclability and noise
emissions are low. Environmentally harmful substances are avoided. A
strong focus is placed on longevity and repairability.
The Blue
Angel eco-label requires a motor service life of at least 600 hours,
the suction nozzle must survive 1200 falls from as high as 80 cm, the
appliance must withstand 500 impacts from thresholds and doorposts and
the suction hose must survive at least 40,000 deformations. Thereby the
Blue Angel also points the way to an extended service life of products
and the corresponding avoidance of waste. |
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| RAL-UZ 191 |
Video Conference Systems |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Currently no provider |
Video conferences instead of long journeys
Video conferences are currently in strong demand: Companies and public institutions are increasingly using video conference systems to enable cooperation between different locations or for working with partners in different time zones. As a result, they save on long journeys and avoid the associated CO2 emissions. In order to ensure that their carbon footprint is not negatively influenced by high energy consumption, the Blue Angel eco-label will be issued to energy-efficient codec devices and screens that work particularly efficiently at a comparable performance level. They must also have a recycling-friendly design and avoid the use of harmful materials as much as possible to ensure that the devices can be properly recycled at the end of their service life.
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| RAL-UZ 192 |
Mobility Cards |
2013 |
2018 |
Protects environment and health |
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With about 20 percent the transport sector accounts for a significant share of CO2 emissions in Germany (2011: 156 million tons). For health and environmental protection as well as for urban planning purposes it is therefore advisable to develop new offers that would render private car ownership superfluous. Multimodal mobility concepts, such as, for example, mobility cards, combine different transportation services and can be an environmentally sound alternative for providing solutions to individual mobility needs. The Blue Angel eco-label for mobility cards combines different mobility components and flexible offers to allow sustainable mobility without private car ownership. |
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| RAL-UZ 193 |
Fabrics made from Recycled Plastics |
2013 |
2017 |
Protects environment and health |
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Fabrics made from Recycled Plastics
Material-specific recycling of so-called post-consumer wastes that account for by far the largest share of the total plastics waste is, from the ecological point of view, superior to other forms of utilization. The Basic Criteria for so-called textile surface structures, such as façade cladding or advertising materials, apply to products which contain a high percentage of recycled plastics, meet high ecological standards throughout the production process and are free of chemicals that harm our health and environment. |
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| RAL-UZ 194 |
Hand Dishwashing Detergents, All-Purpose Cleaners, Sanitary Cleaners and Glass Cleaners |
2015 |
2017 |
Protects resources |
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Washing and cleaning agents are used on a daily basis for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene. Approx. 480,000 tonnes of these cleaning and care agents are sold each year in Germany, whereby dishwashing detergents account for around 260,000 tonnes. All of these products contain chemicals that find their way into the wastewater system and can have a negative effect on the environment. If these components cannot be completely retained or degraded in sewage treatment plants, they will enter into bodies of water and can be ingested by water organisms and, in some circumstances, enriched. Furthermore, washing and cleaning agents can negatively effect human health because they may contain substances hazardous to health such as fragrance allergens and preservatives.
Therefore, cleaning agents awarded with the Blue Angel environmental label must have been produced in such a way that they have the least possible impact on the environment and human health. In addition, they should also help to reduce any risks posed to the environment and human health by avoiding the use of hazardous substances and minimising packaging waste. Furthermore, renewable raw materials should be used in their production that have been cultivated under sustainable conditions or which support sustainable cultivation.
Preserving resources is also an important focus of this environmental label. Therefore, information must be provided on the packaging that enables consumers to use the product both efficiently and with the least possible impact on the environment.
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| RAL-UZ 195 |
Printed matters |
2015 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Printed matter such as newspapers, magazines, books, catalogues, prospectuses, advertising inserts, brochures, flyers, calendars, operating instructions, posters and billboards are widely disseminated. Energy and resources such as paper and ink are required for their production. The printing process and the cleaning of the machines can lead to the emission of volatile organic solvents that contribute to the production of ozone and "summer smog". In a comparison of their impact on ecological systems, those paper products made out of recovered paper perform significantly better in terms of their use of resources, wastewater load and water and energy consumption than paper products made predominantly from virgin fibres. Therefore, the use of paper with a high proportion of recovered paper contributes to the preservation of resources, especially ecosystems such as forests, and to a reduction in waste during the manufacture of printed matter. In addition, the printed matter should allow for the recycling of its paper fibres through the use of suitable inks, varnishes and adhesives. Optimising procedures during the printing process can also reduce energy usage, waste paper and air and water emissions. Printed matter that has been awarded the Blue Angel ecolabel thus represents an environmentally-friendly alternative to standard printed matter available on the market. |
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| RAL-UZ 196 |
Set-Top Boxes |
2015 |
2017 |
Protects climate |
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Blue Angel for Set-Top Boxes
Set-top boxes are devices designed for receiving digital, encoded and/or encrypted television signals. They are also often commonly known as "receivers". Set-top boxes expand the functionality of televisions by making additional multimedia content available. For example, a set-top box can enable users to access online and offline video libraries, receive television programmes via video streaming or surf the Internet. The premature replacement of a television set that does not possess these additional functionalities can thus be prevented through the additional use of a set-top box.
Set-top boxes awarded with the environmental label consume significantly less energy in comparison to other standard devices available on the market. Plastic parts in those devices awarded with the environmental label use materials low in pollutants.
In addition, those set-top boxes awarded with the environmental label fulfil strict requirements when it comes to their selection of materials, their adaptability to technological changes, the applicant's provision of appropriate infrastructure for taking back used equipment and their recycling-friendly design. These requirements create a sound basis for the longer use of the devices and the efficient recycling of the materials used. |
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| RAL-UZ 197 |
Electric Cycles |
2015 |
2018 |
Protects climate |
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The Basic Award Criteria are valid for electric cycles with power assistance (in the form of an electric motor) that achieve speeds of up to 25 km/h. These pedelec 25s have the same legal status as normal cycles; they can be carried on public transport and represent a sensible addition to other environmentally friendly modes of transport. Especially in the case of short distances, car journeys can be substituted by means of electric cycles to relieve the burden on the environment and on the volume of traffic.
Electric cycles that are issued with the Blue Angel ecolabel should provide guidance to consumers when they are selecting environmentally friendly, durable and also safe electric cycles on the market. For the first time, requirements will be placed here on rechargeable batteries and charging devices, which have not previously been subject to statutory regulations. In particular, these requirements focus on the quality and lifespan of the rechargeable batteries as well as on the availability of replacement batteries. This is because without the additional equipment, the useful life of the electric cycle is reduced to the lifespan of a rechargeable battery, and the pedelec would no longer be fit to ride after 4-5 years. |
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| RAL-UZ 198 |
Low-Emission Internal Plasters |
2015 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Low-Emission Internal Plasters
Due to the large surface areas they cover internal plasters have a very high potential for negative impact on the indoor air quality.
The Blue Angel for low-emission internal plasters is a perfect tool to help the consumer discover an alternative that poses no health risk. The Blue Angel eco-label may be awarded to mineral and resin-bonded internal plasters that outgas only very small amounts of organic compounds into the indoor air.
Possible health hazards can be minimized by the use of low-emission Blue Angel eco-labelled products.
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| RAL-UZ 199 |
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2016 |
2019 |
Protects environment and health |
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Currently no provider |
Artists’ colours are used not only in school and extracurricular art classes but also for decorative and creative hobby painting. In 2013, some 7000 tons of artists’ colours were sold on the German market.
These colours are complex mixtures of substances. They can contain ingredients with hazardous properties so that colours intended for use by children fall under the protection requirements of the European Toy Safety Directive.
The Blue Angel sets out requirements for the ingredients, quality, packaging and refillability of the colours. The substance requirements for the artists’ colours include - among others - the exclusion of azo dyes, fragrances and flavouring substances, VOC solvents and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
Moreover, the relevant requirements will be reviewed every year. From the perspective of environmental protection, artists’ colours should be made available in refillable containers in the most demand-responsive way possible, thus helping to reduce waste.
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| RAL-UZ 200 |
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2016 |
2019 |
Protects resources |
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Currently no provider |
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| RAL-UZ 201 |
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2016 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Currently no provider |
Dishwasher Detergents / Laundry Detergents
Almost every day, we use the dishwasher to clean the dishes or the washing machine to clean the laundry in our households. Hence, dishwasher detergents or laundry detergents are everyday products today and approximately 100,000 tons of dishwasher detergents and approximately 630,000 tons of laundry detergents are sold every year.
However, the ingredients of these detergents reach the wastewater along with the wash or rinsing water, and thus may have a negative impact on the water bodies if the wastewater treatment plant cannot fully withhold or degrade the ingredients. Moreover, washing agents and detergents can contain health-endangering substances, such as, for example, certain preservatives or allergenic fragrances that may not be used at all or, if indispensable, must be reduced to an absolute minimum in Blue Angel eco-labelled products.
One of the primary constituents of detergents are tensides. These substances can be produced on the basis of petrochemical and/or renewable raw materials. Here, the use of sustainably produced raw materials efficiently contributes to a sustainable development. Blue Angel eco-labelled detergents shall contribute to sustainable development by preferentially using renewable raw materials in their manufacture which - to the fullest possible extent - are produced under sustainable conditions or promote sustainable production. |
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| RAL-UZ 202 |
Laundry detergent |
2016 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Products & Companies |
Dishwasher Detergents / Laundry Detergents
Almost every
day, we use the dishwasher to clean the dishes or the washing machine to
clean the laundry in our households. Hence, dishwasher detergents or
laundry detergents are everyday products today and approximately 100,000
tons of dishwasher detergents and approximately 630,000 tons of laundry
detergents are sold every year.
However, the ingredients of these
detergents reach the wastewater along with the wash or rinsing water,
and thus may have a negative impact on the water bodies if the
wastewater treatment plant cannot fully withhold or degrade the
ingredients. Moreover, washing agents and detergents can contain
health-endangering substances, such as, for example, certain
preservatives or allergenic fragrances that may not be used at all or,
if indispensable, must be reduced to an absolute minimum in Blue Angel
eco-labelled products.
One of the primary constituents of
detergents are tensides. These substances can be produced on the basis
of petrochemical and/or renewable raw materials. Here, the use of
sustainably produced raw materials efficiently contributes to a
sustainable development. Blue Angel eco-labelled detergents shall
contribute to sustainable development by preferentially using renewable
raw materials in their manufacture which - to the fullest possible
extent - are produced under sustainable conditions or promote
sustainable production. |
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| RAL-UZ 203 |
Shampoos, shower gels and soaps and other so-called rinse-off cosmetic products |
2016 |
2018 |
Protects resources |
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Currently no provider |
Shampoos, Shower Gels, Soaps and other so-called Rinse-off Cosmetics
We all use shampoos, shower gels, soaps and other so-called rinse-off cosmetics – more or less every day. Some 790 000 tons of cosmetic products are produced every year. All these products contain ingredients that reach the wastewater during personal hygiene procedures and can have a negative impact on the quality of water bodies if the wastewater treatment plant cannot fully withhold or degrade these ingredients. Moreover, cosmetic products can contain health-endangering substances, such as, for example, certain formaldehyde-releasing preservatives that may not be used in Blue Angel eco-labelled products.
One of the primary constituents of rinse-off cosmetic products are tensides. In Blue Angel products all these tensides must be readily fully biodegradable under aerobic conditions and, in addition, degradable under anaerobic conditions. Moreover, tensides can be produced on the basis of petrochemical and/or renewable raw materials. Blue Angel-labelled shampoos, shaving creams and other so-called rinse-off cosmetics shall contribute to a sustainable development preferentially using renewable raw materials in their manufacture which - to the fullest possible extent - are produced under sustainable conditions or promote sustainable production. |
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| RAL-UZ 204 |
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2016 |
2020 |
Protects climate |
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Currently no provider |
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