Dutch coatings specialist recognised for leadership in safer, sustainable formulations. The award underscores Stahl’s role in promoting a safer, future-ready chemical landscape and its commitment to fostering industry-wide progress toward responsible manufacturing practices.
Stahl, a global provider of specialty coatings for flexible materials, has been awarded the 2025 adiFORMULATOR Award by adidas for the second consecutive year. The accolade highlights Stahl’s ongoing leadership in developing safer, more responsible formulations across its Performance Coatings portfolios.
At the heart of the achievement is Stahl’s long-term commitment to ZDHC MRSL (Manufacturing Restricted Substances List) conformance, focusing on maintaining Level 3 performance across key product groups. The company has been advancing ZDHC-aligned formulations through proactive strategies, the systematic phase-out of restricted substances, and rigorous internal governance.
Key initiatives include:
- Prioritising safer raw materials and continuously updating internal design standards.
- Phasing out non-conforming substances during development and reformulation cycles.
- Setting interim milestone targets in its 2030 ESG roadmap to align the portfolio with the latest ZDHC requirements.
- Ensuring transparent listing of products in the ZDHC Gateway, enhancing traceability and trust.
- Collaborating with brands, manufacturers, and supply chain partners to broaden the adoption of ZDHC-compliant solutions.
“Receiving the adiFORMULATOR Award from adidas for a second year is a testament to our team’s dedication. It inspires us to continue driving positive change for our customers and the industry, and we are proud to be recognised for advancing sustainable innovation that meets evolving industry standards,” has commented Laura Willemsen, Group Director Sustainability and Marketing at Stahl.