International Flavors & Fragrances Inc
IFF Waste Data Preview
In 2023, IFF conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards. The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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Insights into IFF's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, IFF generated a total of 481,110 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 82.1% of IFF's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 15% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 2.9% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
IFF's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of IFF's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, IFF reported a total waste generation of 481,110 metric tonnes, of which 82.1% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that IFF has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has IFF reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, IFF's total waste generation decreased by 12.17%, including a further 28.6% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, IFF's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but increased by 20.53% in 2023, hinting at early momentum toward stronger circularity practices or more robust waste treatment reporting.
Overall, IFF’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.
IFF’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into IFF’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, IFF generated a total of 481,110 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 5.9% of IFF's total waste generated of was classified as hazardous waste, characterized by properties such as toxicity, flammability, corrosiveness, or reactivity that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or the environment. 94.09% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
IFF’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How IFF reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, IFF's total waste generation decreased by 12.17%, with an additional 28.6% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Over the same period, IFF reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 28.78%, with a further 77.89% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, IFF has made consistent and substantial progress in reducing both the quantity and the danger of its waste, highlighting a strong, well-executed waste strategy focused on minimizing environmental impact.
How does IFF treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, IFF reported that 28,400 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 5.9% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 25.2% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.