PVC-Free Policy
1. Purpose
This policy outlines Logitech's commitment to eliminating polyvinyl chloride (PVC) from our products and packaging wherever safer alternatives exist. PVC poses environmental and human health risks throughout its life cycle from production and use to disposal. As part of our broader sustainability efforts, we are committed to reducing these risks by transitioning to
PVC-free materials in alignment with industry best practices and regulatory developments.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all Logitech products, packaging, and supply chain operations. It outlines our phased approach to eliminating PVC across different product components and sets a clear trajectory toward achieving Zero PVC by 2030, with limited exceptions where technical and compliance challenges exist. Exceptions are assessed on a case-by-case basis based on technical or regulatory constraints.
3. Our Approach to PVC-Free
Since 2002, Logitech has restricted certain chemicals, materials, and substances through our
General Specification for the Environment (GSE) our green procurement standard. The GSE has evolved beyond regulatory requirements to incorporate voluntary good practices, including IEC
62474 and industry-leading benchmarks.
Milestones in Our PVC-Free Transition
%? 2008: We introduced a voluntary prohibition on PVC in packaging and hard plastics for new product introductions. This commitment is now fully realized, and our portfolio in these areas is PVC-free.
%? 2018: We expanded the scope of our commitment to include external parts (e.g., cables,
extenders, adaptors, chargers). We transition these components to PVC-free alternatives where they meet compliance, technical, performance, and user experience requirements.
With exceptions for AC power cables and plenum cables due to technical and regulatory constraints
%? Now: We are now focusing on internal components and are committed to achieving Zero
PVC by 2030.
4. Our Objectives
Our objectives can be summarized as follows.
%? Eliminate PVC from products and packaging wherever safer alternatives exist,
targeting Zero PVC by 2030.
%? Reduce environmental and human health risks associated with PVC throughout its lifecycle.
%? Align with industry best practices to phase out PVC in product components.
%? Collaborate with suppliers to drive innovation and accelerate the transition to
PVC-free materials.
%? Ensure compliance through monitoring, audits, and supplier accountability.
5. Commitments
%? Identify and adopt safer alternatives to PVC wherever possible targeting Zero PVC by 2030,
%? Eliminate PVC in packaging and hard plastics (achieved).
%? Phase out PVC in external components of new product introductions, while ensuring technical and performance integrity.
%? Transition internal components to PVC-free materials, except where no feasible alternatives
