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Kolmar Korea's Sustainable Growth Recognition

Introduction

Kolmar Korea has once again received notable recognition as one of the world's finest companies for sustainable growth. This acknowledgment comes from TIME magazine, confirming the company's commitment to environmentally responsible practices. As a leading ODM (Original Development Manufacturer) in the cosmetics industry, Kolmar Korea achieved this honor for the second straight year, placing it in the top 7% of over 4,000 global firms evaluated.

Achievements and Rankings

On November 13, TIME, in collaboration with Statista, released its ranking of the world's best companies in sustainable growth for 2026. Kolmar Korea secured an impressive overall rank of 294, further solidifying its status as a leader in eco-conscious business practices. This year, only ten Korean companies made it onto the list, a decrease from 13 the previous year, with Kolmar Korea being the sole cosmetic firm to be recognized two years in a row.

The assessment was based on three equally weighted factors: revenue growth, financial stability, and environmental impact. Companies had to meet stringent criteria and transparently disclose environmental performance data. Kolmar Korea achieved a remarkable score of 81.02, showcasing its significant progress and robust performance, particularly within a highly competitive landscape.

Strong Sustainability Indicators

Kolmar Korea excelled in several sustainability metrics, ranking second among Korean peers in carbon footprint intensity and emissions. Additionally, it landed within the top 30% of global companies for waste management and water sourcing. These accomplishments reflect Kolmar Korea's unwavering commitment to eco-innovation and circular sustainability practices.

The company has pioneered groundbreaking sustainable packaging solutions, including paper tubes, sticks, and single-hand pump packaging, significantly diminishing plastic consumption. Notably, its paper tubes and sticks have received acclaimed design awards such as the IDEA (International Design Excellence Awards), iF Design Award, and Red Dot Design Award, reinforcing their impact on global packaging trends.

Commitment to Sustainable Formulations

In line with its sustainability objectives, Kolmar Korea is rapidly advancing sustainable formulations and ingredients. The portfolio features sunscreen products certified as Green Technology Products, made through a carbon emission-reducing extraction process. Furthermore, biologically biodegradable cosmetic products have shown to break down by more than 99%, greatly mitigating environmental burden.

The company's sustainable production capabilities have seen remarkable improvement, with an impressive waste recycling rate of 84.8% due to its