April 3, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WILMINGTON, Del. (USA) — Solenis LLC, a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions, is proud to honor Reynolds Consumer Products (RCP) with a 2024 Solenis Sustainability Award. This recognition highlights RCP’s commitment to environmental responsibility through the elimination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in paper plate production and the optimization of production processes at their Red Bluff, California, facility.
Reynolds faced the challenge of eliminating PFAS from their production process while maintaining product performance. In partnership with Solenis, they successfully replaced PFAS with a Solenis-provided barrier additive that provides exceptional oil and grease resistance, which allows RCP to maintain top product quality while reducing their environmental impact. RCP was able to work with Solenis to accomplish this ahead of new regulations requiring the elimination of PFAS from consumer goods.
“Reynolds Consumer Products has set a new standard in sustainable manufacturing by prioritizing environmental safety without compromising product performance,” said Wanderley Flosi Filho, Vice President and General Manager of Solenis’ Consumer Solutions business in North America. “Their dedication to product quality and optimizing processes underscores the impact of innovation in driving meaningful sustainability outcomes. We are proud to recognize their achievements.”
“Product quality, safety, and performance are extremely important to us. I want to recognize our team at Red Bluff for their work in updating our processes to meet the top standard for both performance and sustainability. Solenis has been an outstanding partner to help us accomplish our goals,” said Rachel Bishop, President, Hefty Tableware Business Unit.
RCP remains committed to advancing sustainability through ongoing process improvements and innovative solutions that minimize environmental impact while supporting operational excellence.
Established in 2020, the Solenis Sustainability Awards recognize projects that excel in reducing water use, energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and waste as well as optimizing raw material utilization. Reynolds Consumer Products exemplifies these principles through their proactive approach to sustainable manufacturing.
About Solenis
Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 70 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,500 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
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About Reynolds Consumer Products
Reynolds Consumer Products is a leading provider of household products that simplify daily life so consumers can enjoy what matters most. With a presence in 95% of households across the United States, Reynolds Consumer Products manufactures and sells products that people use in their homes across three broad categories: cooking, waste and storage, and disposable tableware. Iconic brands include Reynolds Wrap® aluminum foil, Hefty® tableware and Hefty® trash bags, in addition to dedicated store brands which are strategically important to retail customers. Overall, Reynolds Consumer Products holds the No. 1 or No. 2 U.S. market share position in the majority of product categories it serves.
For more information, visit www.reynoldsconsumerproducts.com.