Sustainability & Quality

Quality Assurance & Certifications

World-Class Quality Standards

Excellence in every product

As the exclusive Ghanaian partner of Royal Smilde, all Cookband products benefit from comprehensive quality management systems including

IFS (INTERNATIONAL FEATURED STANDARDS)

IFS
(International Featured Standards)

Global food safety and quality standard ensuring products meet strict safety and quality criteria.

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certification demonstrating commitment to minimizing environmental impact.

HACCP Food Safety

Systematic preventive approach to food safety that addresses physical, chemical, and biological hazards.

RSPO (ROUNDTABLE ON SUSTAINABLE PALM OIL)

RSPO
(Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil)

Certification ensuring responsible sourcing of palm oil products from sustainable sources.

World-Class Quality Standards

Each batch of Cookband margarine undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets both international standards and the specific requirements of the Ghanaian market:

1. Raw Material Testing

  • Ingredient verification
  • Contaminant screening
  • Quality parameter confirmation

2. Production Monitoring

  • Process parameter verification
  • In-line quality checks
  • Formulation adherence

3. Finished Product Analysis

  • Physical property testing
  • Microbiological analysis
  • Sensory evaluation

4. Application Testing

  • Performance in actual bakery conditions
  • Shelf-life verification
  • Climate stability assessment

5. Distribution Quality

  • Transportation condition monitoring
  • Warehouse quality checks
  • Pre-delivery verification

Sustainable Practices

Commitment to Sustainability

Responsible business practices for a better future

Royal Smilde is committed to sustainability throughout its supply chain, and as their partner, Pomank Ventures shares this commitment

Key Sustainability Initiatives

Responsible sourcing

RSPO-certified palm oil and other sustainably sourced ingredients ensure environmental and social responsibility.

Reduced Environmental Impact

Optimized logistics network minimizes carbon footprint through efficient routing and delivery consolidation.

Packaging Optimization

Ongoing efforts to reduce packaging waste through material reduction and recyclable options.

Local Economic Development

Creating employment opportunities and supporting the local economy through our operations and growth.

2025 Sustainability Goals: