finum® is dedicated to the development and production of filters and accessories for the manual preparation of tea and coffee – for better taste and a careful use of natural resources.
Sustainability is part of DNA – it includes efficiency, environmental action, responsibility for the whole. Our customers, our employees and our suppliers are at the center of everything we do.
Say goodbye to overly packaged, unsustainable coffee capsules and teabags and enhance your offer with compostable finum filters for less waste and more taste in tomorrow’s circular economy.
Riensch & Held – founded in 1845 – efficient, innovative and sustainable!
Environmental partnership of the city of Hamburg
As a member of the Environmental Partnership of the City of Hamburg, we are actively committed to environmental protection. This partnership demonstrates our voluntary commitment to sustainability that goes beyond legal requirements. Through our membership, we also benefit from the rich network of like-minded people in our region.
Our commitment to the environment
We are actively committed to making our processes and products as environmentally friendly as possible. This includes, among other things,
- Energy efficiency: We continuously optimize our production processes to reduce energy consumption and CO₂ emissions.
- Conservation of resources: We minimize our consumption of raw materials by using modern technologies and recycling concepts.
- Sustainable supply chains: We work closely with our suppliers to ensure that they also meet our high environmental and social standards.
EcoVadis silver medal
At EcoVadis, the globally recognized sustainability rating platform, we achieved the top 30% score and thus silver. We will work in all areas to improve our score here as well. Our goal is always gold.
Download: Code of Conduct (PDF)
FSSC 22000 + HACCP
Our natural – fibre filter production follows the general principles of food hygiene and is certified according to the FSSC 22000 standard and HACCP.
The Food Safety System Certification FSSC 22OOO is currently the most stringent management standard worldwide and focuses on the planning and implementation of a safe food chain.
It was created by representatives of the international food industry, members of the ISO standards committee and representatives of the international food retail trade and covers all processes in the food chain that directly or indirectly influence the final product.
Unlike IFS and BRC, FSSC 22OOO is based on international standards. Leading global food manufacturers, renowned brands and trading companies prefer this independent standard to IFS/BRC.
FSC®
Products carrying the Forest Stewardship Council FSC label are independently certified to assure consumers that they come from forests that are managed to meet the social, economic, and ecological needs of present and future generations. FSC is an independent, non-governmental, organization established to promote responsible forest management. www.fsc.org
PEFC
The PEFC (Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes) is the most comprehensive certification program worldwide. Wooden and paper products bearing the PEFC seal come from forests managed in a consistent and exemplary manner. Riensch & Held GmbH & Co. KG. is certified according to PEFC standards. www.pefc.org
DIN EN ISO 9001:2015
Our management system is certified according to DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 regarding the compliance with certain requirements for the development, production and distribution of our products.
GOOD DESIGN™ Award
The GOOD DESIGN™ Award is the most prestigious, innovative, cutting-edge industrial world design award presented by the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and Metropolitan Arts Press Ltd. (on annual basis).
GREEN GOOD DESIGN™ Award
The GREEN GOOD DESIGN™ Award is the world´s leading award for sustainable products presented by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum Of Architecture and Design (on annual basis).
German Design Award (Designpreis Deutschland)
The German Design award is the German Design Council´s international premium prize on annual basis.
Best New Product
The Best New Product Award is annually granted at the World Tea East fair for products that improve the consumer’s experience and lifestyle.
red dot Design Award
The red dot Design Award is established internationally as one of the most sought-after quality marks for good design. Organized by the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen, it is presented on annual basis.
Riensch & Held – founded in 1845 – efficient, innovative and sustainable!