Brands and Retailers - Chem-MAP: ZDHC Approved System

Benefits of Completing the Chem-MAP® Programme

An independent technical review of current chemical management systems
Help with developing a responsible chemical management programme and implementing this in the materials supply chain
Benchmarking and gap analysis against industry leaders
An action plan for improvement
Support to help them satisfy the ZDHC goals and objectives
Recognition of the company’s commitment to responsible chemistry by achieving ‘Associate Brand and Retailer’ status which can be used as a marketing tool to consumers

Chem-MAP® Programme Modules

By completing the Chem-MAP® programme, brands and retailers are improving their own chemical management systems in addition to influencing chemical management further downstream, providing greater supply chain transparency.

Get in touch to discuss how your business can develop robust chemical management through Chem-MAP® :

Module 1: b-MAP Chemical Management Audit

The Eurofins | BLC Chem-MAP® Team will conduct an independent on-site audit of the brand’s or retailer’s chemical management systems. This audit focuses on chemical management processes and the effectiveness of their implementation in the brand’s or retailer’s supply chain.

The Chem-MAP® Chemical Management Audit includes but is not limited to, areas such as:

Supplier Management
Material Procurement
Testing Programmes and Corrective Actions
Training of Staff and Supply Chain on Margins Chemistry
Auditing of the Supply Chain
Future Proofing

Module 2: Benchmarking and Gap Analysis

This module is designed to help brands and retailers develop best practices and implement chemical management policies through benchmarking and gap analysis activities.

The Chem-MAP® Team will carry out a thorough benchmarking of the brand’s or retailer’s Restricted Substance List (RSL) and Manufacturing Restricted Substance List (MRSL) against industry leaders, as well as best practice guidelines.

Upon completion of the Chem-MAP® audit and benchmarking exercise, our chemical experts will provide the brand or retailer with:

A comprehensive audit report detailing key findings from the audit, as well as recommendations and actions for improvement
A Chem-MAP® Score ranging from ‘Engaged’ to ‘Leader’

Chem-MAP® Scores

Each company that completes the Chem-MAP® programme receives a score that ranges from ‘Engaged’ at entry level to ‘Leader’ for companies with more developed chemical management systems.

Chem-MAP® Level	Score
Level 1	Engaged
Level 2	Progressive
Level 3	Advanced
Level 4	Leader

Re-Auditing

The Chemical Management Audit is valid for 1 year, with annual re-audits conducted to maintain your company’s Chem-MAP® score.

Companies can increase their Chem-MAP® scores through measured improvements in their annual audit.

Communicating Your Commitment to Responsible Chemical Management

Completing the Chem-MAP® Programme gives your company the opportunity to demonstrate commitment to responsible chemical inputs into materials and products by communicating your Chem-MAP® score to consumers and stakeholders.

Your company can also have its logo placed on the Chem-MAP® website.