Our range of Garbage Bags and Bin Liners contain recycled content and are packed in 100% recyclable cartons to help
Striving for a cleaner future
An environmental message begins with more than just a product range.
At Milestone Chemicals, we understand that a healthy environment is fundamental to our future, which is why we are committed to continuous innovation across all areas of our business.
A healthy environment is fundamental to our future.
Challenges in the chemical industry
The chemical industry faces complex and evolving challenges, from misinformation to environmental responsibility and regulatory inconsistencies. At Milestone Chemicals, we actively address these challenges with transparency, innovation, and integrity.
Education & Misinformation
One of the most pressing challenges is greenwashing, misleading claims about a product’s environmental benefits. That’s why our GECA-certified chemical range undergoes rigorous, independent testing by trusted third parties. To support informed decision-making, we provide customers with our MyChoice Sustainable Cleaning Program; a practical training tool designed to promote the correct and sustainable use of our products.
Research & Development
At Milestone Chemicals, we believe in continuous improvement and reject complacency. Our product development strategy places sustainability at the forefront, integrating environmental considerations from formulation and production through to end-user application and final disposal. We recognise that certain industry requirements still necessitate the use of less environmentally sustainable products. However, we remain firmly committed to driving meaningful change; actively seeking alternatives, improving formulations, and reducing environmental impact wherever possible.
Practicality & Compliance
Navigating varying regulations across states, territories, and industries can be challenging for businesses. That’s why we prioritise solutions that are not only fit for purpose, but also cost-effective and aligned with relevant compliance requirements. Milestone Chemicals is committed to delivering high-performance, professional-grade products that meet industry standards, without compromising on quality or value.
Sustainable Projects & Initiatives
Driving Waste Minimisation Across Every Product Category
Milestone Chemicals is deeply committed to minimising environmental impact across all aspects of our product offering. Our concentrated chemical solutions are specifically developed to reduce waste at every stage – from manufacturing to end use – by requiring less packaging, minimising transport emissions, and enabling accurate dosing that avoids product overuse.
Complementing this approach, our FSC® and PEFC™ certified washroom and tabletop paper products are responsibly sourced and designed to reduce unnecessary consumption while supporting sustainable forestry practices. In alignment with evolving Australian environmental regulations, we also supply garbage bags that meet or exceed mandated recycled content requirements, helping customers transition to more responsible waste disposal practices.
Made with up to 50% recycled content
Together, these initiatives reflect our holistic approach to sustainability
Delivering practical, high performance solutions while supporting the shift toward a circular, low waste economy
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Ethical Sourcing
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Paper & Food Packaging
At Milestone Chemicals, our commitment to sustainability extends well beyond cleaning chemicals and manufacturing. We take pride in ensuring that where possible product ranges bearing our name, or those we are associated with, reflect our dedication to environmental responsibility. This commitment is clearly demonstrated in our Milestone/Mayfair branded range of FSC® and PEFC™ certified washroom and tabletop paper products, which includes:
- 1302 – 2 Ply Small Core Toilet Tissue
- 1304 – Roll Towel
- 1307 – Interfold Hand Towel
- 1308 – Deluxe Interleaved Hand Towel
- 1309 – Deluxe Compact Hand Towel
- JUM2 – 2 Ply Jumbo Toilet Roll (300m)
- MCTP – 2 Ply Toilet Rolls (400 Sheet)
- MCTP300 – 3 Ply Toilet Rolls (300 Sheet)
- MCTP700 – 2 Ply Toilet Rolls (700 Sheet)
- D2QUILT8 – White Quilted Dinner Napkins
- D2QKRAFT8 – Kraft Quilted Dinner Napkins
Our partnership with TORK Hygiene Products ensures we can meet a wide range of paper product needs across various sectors, with confidence in quality, consistency, and environmental responsibility. In addition, our food packaging solutions are carefully sourced from reputable suppliers who share our sustainability values. This includes:
Milestone Chemicals stock sustainably sourced Tork paper ranges, including several FSC®-certified products.*
Wooden Cutlery Range made from 100% FSC® Certified, sustainably sourced Birchwood Plantations.
Cold Cups made from 100% post-consumer recycled PET material, for a better future.
By choosing Milestone, you’re not only investing in product quality and performance but also supporting sustainable, ethical supply chains that contribute to a better future.
Products for a more sustainable future
GECA Certified Products
Milestone Chemicals is proud to demonstrate our commitment to sustainability through third-party certification with GECA (Good Environmental Choice Australia), Australia’s leading independent environmental certification body.
BOWL-KLEEN • ENVIROKLEEN • FERN • KLEEN-ALL • KLEEN • LEMON PROOF • WINDOWKLEEN
GECA sets rigorous standards for environmental, health, and social impact across a wide range of products and industries, making it the pre-eminent authority for environmentally responsible products in the Australian market. Our GECA-certified products reflect Milestone’s dedication to sustainable chemical solutions that are not only effective but also safer for people and the planet. Certification provides our customers with confidence that our products meet high-performance standards while minimising environmental impact throughout their lifecycle.
Helping your business to make more sustainable choices
The MyChoice Sustainable Cleaning Program has been developed specifically for businesses committed to reducing their environmental footprint without compromising on cleaning performance.
Designed to align with evolving industry standards and environmental expectations, MyChoice provides a structured approach to sustainable cleaning across a variety of commercial and institutional settings.
At the core of the program is a series of general cleaning procedures that promote efficiency, reduce waste, and prioritise safety, all while utilising GECA-certified products.
By implementing MyChoice, businesses gain access to practical, environmentally responsible cleaning solutions that support both operational goals and broader sustainability targets.
We believe in reducing our overall environmental impact.
re-Up bags
More than just a brand, re-UP is on a mission. We’re combating textile waste by extending the lifecycle of fashion. Our reworked designs breathe new life into pre-loved clothing while championing a circular economy. Made from recycled textiles, UPCYCLED & re-UP Bags are available online and at selected Milestone Chemicals Australia outlets. {*selected outlets & styles available}
