Altiras leads the beneficial reuse industry with its comprehensive product stewardship program, ensuring the safe and responsible use of chemicals and fuels. Product stewardship is a critical process that minimizes the health, safety, environmental, and social risks associated with various products while maximizing their intended benefits. At Altiras, we prioritize the clear identification and communication of any risks tied to the chemical and fuel products we handle, ensuring all parties have access to the necessary resources for safe handling.
Ensuring Safe Material Handling
A significant part of our product stewardship program involves providing accurate safety data sheets (SDS) to anyone who comes into contact with the materials we manage. Often, when Altiras begins working with a supplier of a coproduct, byproduct, or used chemical, no SDS exists. In these cases, Altiras steps in to create or update the SDS, ensuring that all potential hazards are documented.
During our initial quality testing, Altiras frequently identified chemical species that were previously unknown in a product. When we discover these constituents, we promptly notify the supplier and assist in updating or developing the necessary SDS to reflect the new information. This step is critical for maintaining safety throughout the supply chain and ensuring that every stakeholder is informed of any potential risks.
Addressing Constituents in Reused Chemicals
Many coproducts, byproducts, and used chemicals contain trace constituents not typically found in prime chemicals. This makes it essential to understand how each constituent behaves during the intended use of the product. Some constituents may end up in the final product or in the waste streams—either aqueous or organic—produced by subsequent processes. A thorough review of these pathways is a fundamental part of Altiras’ product stewardship program to prevent any unintended consequences.
Conclusion: The Importance of Product Stewardship
At Altiras, our product stewardship program is central to our mission of ensuring the safe, sustainable use of chemicals and fuels. By identifying and communicating risks, creating accurate SDSs, and reviewing the impact of trace constituents, we help protect human health and the environment while promoting responsible reuse practices. Through this program, we continue to lead the industry in beneficial reuse and sustainable chemical management.