Check out more about Indovinya’s educational platforms

It offers exclusive courses and training programs to help employees continuously develop both professionally and personally. It transforms the learning journey, empowering individuals to take charge of their careers by fostering networked learning, knowledge exchange, and knowledge management. It creates space for debate, reflection, and the proposal of innovative practices and solutions through five learning centers:

What are you looking for?

2026

American Chemistry Council

Responsible Care® Awards

The ACC Responsible Care® Awards Program recognizes chemical industry companies with an exceptional commitment to safety, sustainability, and responsible chemical management. 🏆 We received 3 different awards in 2026:
  • Product Safety Project: Ultrafilm® 260 LV
  • Energy Efficiency Project: Pasadena Steam Trap
  • Energy Efficiency – Exceptional Merit Distinction Project: Port Neches Energy Efficiency Program
These recognitions reinforce our ongoing commitment to responsible innovation, people safety, operational efficiency, and reducing environmental impacts across our operations.

Plant-based hydrotropes

What was the challenge?

Hydrotropes are essential ingredients to ensure the stability of cleaning formulations, prevent the separation of components, and maintain effectiveness over time. Recognizing their importance and the potential for advancement in this field, we saw an opportunity to innovate with a plant-based alternative, combining high performance with environmental responsibility, and a focus on well-being.

Our solution

Drawing on decades of expertise in applied chemistry, Indovinya developed SURFONIC® H-1040, an anionic hydrotrope with more than 80% plant-based origin, free of phosphates, aromatics, and BTEX. 

In addition to being biodegradable and safe, it delivers superior performance, requiring only 1/3 to 1/4 of the dosage of SXS to stabilize formulations. Its liquid format makes it easy to handle and reduces energy consumption in the manufacturing process.

Results

  • Three to four times higher hydrotropic performance compared to SXS
  • Up to 66% reduction in carbon footprint, according to LCA (Life Cycle Analysis) studies
  • Versatile application across different categories of water-based cleaning products (laundry, dishwashing, multipurpose cleaners, and degreasers)
  • Safe replacement for synthetic hydrotropes with a more efficient and sustainable alternative
  • Supports innovation in cleaner formulations, offering an improved toxicological and environmental profile