As part of the DQS Sustainability Conference recently held in Düsseldorf/Germany, the fragrance and flavoring manufacturer Symrise was recognized with the “German Award for Excellence” for international social commitment. With this award, DQS annually recognizes companies that assume a leading role in the area of sustainability. It is conferred in 15 different categories for corporate social and environmental responsibility. The goal is to encourage a greater commitment to sustainability among businesses.

Symrise impressed the panel with its social commitment in developing and emerging countries like Madagascar and Ecuador, where important raw materials for the flavor and fragrance market such as vanilla, vetiver and other tropical plants are grown. In cooperation with international and regional aid organizations as well as other companies and government agencies, Symrise promotes stable living conditions, education and health for the people and preservation of the local biological diversity.

In addition, the audience awarded a prize for the most impressive sustainability short film. The globally operating group headquartered in Holzminden/Germany received 51 % of the votes for its vanilla video about its commitment in Madagascar.