RSPO sees uptick in share of certified sustainable palm oil consumption in China to 11.7%; projects consistent growth

Driven by growing consumer scrutiny and sustainability pledges, some of the world’s biggest beauty and personal care brands have been working to scrub the industry’s image clean of its ties to deforestation and unsustainable sourcing – by turning to certified sustainable palm oil. Multinationals like L’Oréal, Estée Lauder and Procter & Gamble have publicly committed to sourcing 100 per cent of their palm oil from sustainable sources, most commonly certified through the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). These pledges also reflect rising pressure from investors and civil society for more ethical and environmentally responsible supply chains, particularly in sectors that use large volumes of palm oil derivatives. RSPO’s latest impact update shows that demand from consumer goods manufacturers – particularly in beauty and hygiene categories – are among the fastest-growing segments of its global membership base. The trend has been mirrored in China, with the personal care and ...