We are proud to announce our certification as a
ProTerra Network Member.
Making sustainable food production safe and simple
With our vision to be the strategic partner of choice for functional lipid solutions, we continue to innovate, offering products that are not only high-performing but also environmentally and socially responsible. By integrating ProTerra-certified Yellothin to our IP-soya lecithin range, Sternchemie simplifies sustainable food production, empowering manufacturers to produce safe, healthy, and ethical products that consumers trust.
As a member of the ProTerra Network, we work to promote more sustainable practices in food and feed supply chains, conversion away from GMOs and from deforestation, while having full respect for workers and communities’ dignity.
More about the ProTerra Foundation
Commitment to sustainability with ProTerra
The ProTerra Foundation, established in 2006, promotes sustainability in the food and feed supply chain, with a particular focus on segregated non-GMO materials.
The ProTerra Standard addresses critical issues such as:
Human rights and fair labour practices, ensuring safe workplaces, equal opportunities, and the prevention of child and forced labour.
- Good agricultural practices, emphasizing soil fertility, water management, and the responsible use of fertilizers and pesticides.
- Environmental protection, advocating against deforestation and preserving biodiversity and high conservation value areas.
- Rigorous non-GMO requirements, ensuring that certified products meet the highest standards for natural and sustainable food production.
Futuring food with technical expertise and fit-for-purpose solutions
We as Sternchemie demonstrate deep technical knowledge and innovative approaches to lipid-based solutions. Our high quality lecithin solutions are developed to meet the specific needs of the food industry, ensuring:
Functionality & Innovation
The natural ingredient lecithin already improves texture, emulsification, and shelf life in a wide variety of food applications – through our continuous research and development efforts, the team is continuously expanding the spectrum of this versatile, clean label ingredient.
Technical Support & Service
With a deep understanding of ingredient functionality, application, and process knowhow, we are able to provide tailored solutions and application support, which enhance manufacturing efficiency and help overcome production challenges for our customers.
Safety & Quality
We guarantee the highest quality and performance standards through long-term, strategic partnerships and stringent quality controls, supporting our customers in the transition to sustainable supply chains and sourcing strategies.
You can find more information on our sustainability initiatives here.
If you would like to dive deeper and discuss solutions tailored to your needs, please feel free to contact us.
