Pontes’ Fair for Life–certified products have once again earned the highest possible rating: the prestigious 5-Leaf certification. This global recognition highlights Pontes’ leadership in sustainability, ethical sourcing, and social responsibility within the carnauba wax industry.
Fair for Life is an internationally recognized fair trade certification program, covering agriculture, manufacturing, and trade. The 5-Leaf rating, its highest tier, represents excellence in social and environmental performance across the entire value chain. Pontes' selected products are the only ones in the carnauba sector to achieve the 5-Leaf Fair for Life certification.
Achieving the 5-Leaf certification for three consecutive years reflects Pontes’ unwavering commitment to fair trade practices, sustainable development, and local community empowerment. It is a direct result of our continued efforts to ensure ethical labor conditions, environmental stewardship, and long-term value creation across our operations and supply chain.
What is Fair for Life Certification?
Established in 2006 by the Swiss Bio-Foundation in partnership with IMO Group and later acquired by Ecocert Group in 2014, the Fair for Life program was designed to meet the needs of organic farming and responsible production stakeholders.
Unlike traditional fair trade certifications, Fair for Life emphasizes:
• Fair pricing and ethical working conditions
• Transparent and responsible supply chains
• A long-term commitment to sustainable practices
• Positive social impact through the Fair Trade Fund
Pontes’ Commitment to Sustainable Carnauba Wax
At Pontes, sustainability is more than a goal, it is a core value. Our carnauba wax is harvested from renewable sources with full traceability and respect for biodiversity. We work closely with local communities to ensure ethical sourcing and fair treatment of workers, aligning our practices with the highest international standards.
By maintaining our 5-Leaf Fair for Life certification, we reaffirm our role as a pioneer in ethical and sustainable carnauba wax production.
