Why Pure Ground Ingredients Makes a Difference
In an era where ethical practices and supply-chain transparency are no longer “nice-to-have” but essential, Pure Ground Ingredients stands out.
In May 2019 we achieved certification as a B Corporation by B Lab — a recognition reserved for businesses that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
A High Standard: The B Impact Score
On the B Lab assessment, we earned an overall score of 92.3, well above the median of ~50.9 for ordinary businesses.
Here are some of the specific breakdowns:
- Governance: 13.6 points — reflecting mission engagement, ethics, transparency and formal stakeholder protections.
- Workers: 17.0 points — evaluating employee health, safety, career development, engagement and financial security.
- Community: 19.2 points — covering supply-chain management, local economic impact, diversity & inclusion and civic engagement.
- Environment: 38.9 points — assessing land use, biodiversity, toxin reduction, climate/air and water impact.
- Customers: 3.4 points — focusing on product stewardship, ethical marketing and feedback mechanisms.
These numbers underscore PGI’s commitment not just to profit, but to people and planet alike.
What That Means for You
Whether you’re a buyer in the food & beverage industry, a product developer, or a specialty ingredients distributor, partnering with PGI offers several meaningful advantages:
- Supply-chain transparency & traceability: As a B Corp, we are held to standards that require us to consider stakeholders (suppliers, workers, local communities) in how we operate.
- Certified, ethical sourcing: We source from over 40 countries, offering FairWild, FairTrade, Fair for Life, Rainforest Alliance certified products.
- Rigorous quality controls: Our ingredients are processed at GFSI-certified facilities ensures the kind of food-safety standards expected in industrial applications.
- Alignment with purpose-driven branding: If your brand cares about sustainability, ethical sourcing, worker welfare and environmental impact, working with a B Corp can be a differentiator.
Final Thoughts
In today’s crowded supply-chain environment, choosing an ingredient partner that prioritises impact as well as quality matters. We offers more than just organic ingredients — we offer a story of responsible, mission-driven business. With our B Corp certification and high impact score, we are proud to send a clear signal that doing good and doing business can go hand-in-hand.
