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Compliance, certifications and the development of cleaning products

Reviewed by Eco-Nova GmbH · Last updated 5 October 2026 · 2 mins’ read

ISEGA and NSF certification logos

Key points at a glance

Many customers require evidence regarding cleaning agents, for example regarding their suitability for use in food environments or the absence of SVHC substances on the REACH Candidate List. Several Eco-Nova cleaning agents have NSF or ISEGA certificates, for example Meganova, Novatrax, Microsolv and Gluemex. We can provide further declarations of conformity on request.

Key messages

  • NSF and ISEGA certificates confirm that the product is suitable for use in food environments under specified conditions.
  • SVHCs are substances of very high concern under REACH; the Candidate List is regularly updated.
  • Eco-Nova maintains a database of ingredients and requirements and responds to enquiries promptly.
  • If a cleaner does not meet a requirement, we will work with you to develop a suitable solution.

Contents

The requirements placed on products and production processes are becoming increasingly extensive, driven by both regulatory requirements and customer expectations. One customer may require certification that their products have been manufactured under food-safe conditions. Another demands that the cleaning agent used does not contain any substances on the SVHC Candidate List. Such requirements run throughout the entire supply chain, and thus also extend to us as the manufacturer of the cleaning agents.

Certifications from NSF and ISEGA

Several Eco-Nova cleaning products have been awarded certificates from NSF or the ISEGA Institute. These confirm their suitability for use in food environments under specified conditions. This means that many customer requirements can already be met „as standard“. Certificates are available, for example, for Meganova, Novatrax, Microsolv and Gluemex. We’d be happy to tell you what evidence is available for your application.

SVHC, REACH and other explanations

SVHCs (Substances of Very High Concern) are substances of very high concern under the REACH Regulation. The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) maintains them on the Candidate List, which is generally updated twice a year. On request, we can provide declarations regarding SVHCs, REACH and other customer-specific requirements.

This is made possible by a database of ingredients and requirements that we have been maintaining for many years. It enables us to respond quickly and reliably even to enquiries for which there is not yet a standardised certificate.

If a cleaner fails to meet a requirement

If a cleaning agent does not meet a requirement, we will work with you to find a solution that combines performance, compliance and safety. As we develop and manufacture our cleaning agents ourselves in Schüttorf, this may involve a modified or newly developed formulation. Find out more: Tailor-made.

This benefits both sides: you get a cleaner that is perfectly suited to your needs, and we gain insights that inform the development of new products.

Do you need a certificate or do you have new requirements for your cleaning staff? Please use our contact form, selecting „Certificate“ as the subject, or contact your Eco-Nova representative directly.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of certificates are there?
Certificates from NSF or ISEGA are available for selected cleaning products. In addition, we can provide declarations regarding SVHC, REACH or customer-specific requirements on request.
What is the SVHC Candidate List?
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) list of substances of very high concern under REACH. It is usually updated twice a year.
How do I request a certificate?
Via our contact form, selecting „Certificate“ as the subject, or by contacting your point of contact at Eco-Nova directly.

Our proposal

This cleaner might be suitable

Meganova is an acidic cleaner for removing titanium dioxide, limescale, rust, urine scale and algae.

Do you have a similar cleaning problem?

We’ll assess your application and recommend the most promising solution – with a free sample for testing, if you wish.

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