Replying to [mama bebe]:
Some are, some not. It has a lot to do with the country you are purchasing from and their regulations. Some companies are taking care of the enviroment, because they want to.
I have seen competitiors who dump their "bad batches" just down the drain instead of discharging them correctly. (Cosmetic industry) Just because it was too expensive.
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Contact local organisations and find out what questions to ask for your industry.
Suggestions on subjects for Cosmetics (my industry):
Animal testing
Non-toxic ingredients
Hypo-allergenic
Biodegradable
Type of Dyes and fragrances Fragrances
Petroleum fillers
Optical Brighteners used
Phosphates
Chlorine
Ammonia
Hydrocarbons
Formaldehyde
Kerosene
Ethyl Cellosolve
Masking Agents
Fillers
Discharge of spills, bad batches, etc.
Hope that helps you.