Sustainable food colors for a greener future
We’ve been sharing nature’s spectacular colors through plant-based ingredients since 1978. Nature remains at the heart of GNT – and now we’re striving to preserve its resources for future generations.
Discover how we’re setting new standards in sustainability for our sustainable food colors with EXBERRY® colors, made from fruit, vegetables and plants.
We’re committed to leading the food color industry on sustainability
Sustainability is vital for the future of our planet, but it’s not just about doing the right thing. It’s about putting plans in place to ensure we can deliver our plant-based EXBERRY® colors over the long term. Our customers want to work with suppliers who are fully prepared for the challenges to come. As a family business, we have always made plans with future generations in mind – and sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We are officially committed to the United Nations Global Compact, aligning our strategy and operations with universally accepted principles on human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. Our figures are independently verified, and we offer Product Environmental Footprint information to help brands present sustainability data on their product packaging.
Sustainable colors for food and drink
We closely manage the supply chain for EXBERRY® sustainble food colors to ensure it is resilient, cost-competitive and sustainable. The majority of our fruits, vegetables and plants are grown by farmers working on long-term contracts. This allows us to work closely with them on color content, biodiversity, soil health, water, and pest management so they can produce sustainable, vibrant crops year in and year out.
Optimizing our environmental and social impact
Sustainability is central to our long-term strategy. To guide our progress and continuously strengthen our efforts, we have developed a four‑pillar framework for a more sustainable future.
Safe and high-quality products
Our commitment to safe, high‑quality EXBERRY® products is safeguarded through strong quality management as well as continuous innovation across our supply chain.
Sustainable agriculture and supply chain
We work with our farmers to boost sustainability through regenerative practices, water reduction, smart crop choices, higher color intensity, biodiversity, and social livelihood projects.
Responsible operations
Our actions focus on improving energy and water efficiency and cutting greenhouse gas emissions. We support a circular economy by upcycling side streams, using recycled packaging, and applying leading data‑security standards.
A safe and inspiring workplace
We will strengthen training, development, and diversity, equity and inclusion to support a vibrant workplace. We will enhance health and safety and engage our teams to maintain high satisfaction.
Supporting local communities with training
We’re committed to improving livelihoods in the sourcing areas for our EXBERRY® colors. Together with the NGO Emerging Leaders, we are now providing training to empower farmers and their communities to achieve their goals. The program supports development in three key areas: self-leadership, financial management and project leadership. Hear more from participants in the video below.
Helping highland farmers in Peru
Climate change and pollution have put food security and livelihoods in danger for remote highland communities in Peru’s San Marcos Province. We’re supporting the “Peru: Water, Wind, and Trees” project to help improve water infrastructure, promote reforestation, and train farmers in organic practices.
Leading the food color industry on sustainability
As a global supplier, we know we have a responsibility to operate responsibly and contribute to protecting people and planet. Our annual report gives you comprehensive insights into our goals, actions, and progress on our sustainability journey so far.
Contact us
We have a dedicated sustainability team to make sure we’re actively working to achieve our goals each and every day. If you’d like to learn more about our sustainability work, get in touch with us.