- Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant unveils ambitious 2030 sustainability goals for its lecithin platform, targeting 100% non-GMO soy derivatives and zero deforestation
- Company celebrates 25th anniversary of pioneering Beraca™ Socio-biodiversity Enhancement Program, supporting 14,000 families across 36 Brazilian communities
- Both initiatives demonstrate Clariant’s long-term commitment to responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship in the cosmetics industry
From the Amazon rainforest to laboratory benches, Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant is transforming the cosmetics industry with two sustainability milestones that blend environmental protection with community empowerment. The company is reinforcing its enduring commitment to responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship with ambitious new 2030 sustainability goals for its lecithin platform and the celebration of 25 years of the pioneering Beraca Socio-biodiversity Enhancement Program.
Clariant is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Beraca Socio-biodiversity Enhancement Program, a pioneering initiative that has been creating positive socio-biodiversity impact and empowering communities across Brazil for a quarter century. Since acquiring Beraca in 2021, Clariant has continued to strengthen this program, which now operates in 11 Brazilian states and 36 communities, supporting approximately 14,000 families.
“The Beraca Socio-Biodiversity Enhancement Program exemplifies how business success and environmental protection can work hand in hand,” said Flavia Igreja, Product Line Manager for Beraca at Clariant. “After 25 years, this initiative continues to demonstrate that economic empowerment is fundamental to conservation efforts.”
The program has created sustainable economic opportunities for local populations by providing alternative income sources that reduce reliance on deforestation-related activities. This approach has successfully bridged local communities with global markets while conserving Brazil’s rich biodiversity. The 25th anniversary of this groundbreaking program will be highlighted at in-cosmetics Latam in late September 2025.
At the same time the new sustainability strategy for Lucas Meyer Cosmetics’ lecithin platform builds on 25 years of expertise in cosmetic ingredients derived from lecithin.
By 2030 the business has committed to offering 100% soy-based derivatives from guaranteed non-GMO soy and ensuring at least 80% of its soy-lecithin-based ingredients are obtained from responsibly sourced soy backed with 3rd party certification. Critically, the initiative also includes a zero-deforestation commitment, striving to ensure the entire soy supply chain originates from areas where forests remain protected.
“This commitment represents a significant step forward in our sustainability and lecithin platform journeys,” said Isabelle Lacasse, Head of Global Marketing, Product Line Management & Formulation at Lucas Meyer cosmetics by Clariant. “We’ve already adapted our production and supply chains capacities to achieve this objective, demonstrating our dedication to raising industry standards.”
The lecithin platform strategy focuses on enhancing supply chain transparency and traceability while systematically reducing environmental and social risks. Lucas Meyer Cosmetics and its suppliers are committing to responsible practices and encouraging third-party certifications such as ProTerra. This initiative builds on Clariant’s broader supplier engagement program, which for example includes the membership in the Action for Sustainable Derivatives (ASD).
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics’ lecithin expertise spans both functional and active ingredients, supported by a specialized formulation team that helps customers successfully incorporate these responsibly sourced ingredients into their products. This technical expertise, combined with the company’s sustainability commitments, positions Clariant as a leader in responsible cosmetic ingredient sourcing.
These dual initiatives underscore Clariant’s ongoing commitment to sustainability as a core strategic pillar, continuously improving processes and sourcing practices to deliver cosmetic ingredients that exceed industry standards for responsible and ethical sourcing. By focusing on both environmental protection and community empowerment, Clariant demonstrates that meaningful sustainability requires a comprehensive approach that addresses both ecological and social dimensions
