Sustainability and Recycling

Welcome to the Delmaine Sustainability and Recycling page. Here you will find information on what we are doing to reduce our environmental footprint through actions in our manufacturing, supply and packaging areas.

You will also find information on how to recycle our packaging types as they currently are treated within the recycling system. Check back when you can as these may change over time.

What can be kerbside recycled in NZ;

Delmaine Dutch Biscuits - These films are not currently recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste. We are working with our suppliers in The Netherlands on how to convert this film to a more eco friendly offering. The tray in Apple Rounds is suitable for kerbside recycling.

Delmaine Chilled Antipasto - The cardboard sleeves and plastic pottle are kerbside recyclable. The sealing film is soft plastic recyclable, see your local council notices for disposal (normally return to store).

Delmaine Fresh Pasta - The plastic tray is kerbside recyclable. The top film is soft plastic recyclable, see your local council notices for disposal (normally return to store).

Delmaine Fresh Pasta Sauce/Pizza Sauce/Pesto - The plastic pottle is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Antipasto/Olive/Pickle Products in Glass Jars - The glass jar is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Hospitality Antipasto Products - The buckets and barrels of these products are kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Tinned Vegetables - The tin can is currently kerbside recyclable. The lid may be recycled with the can, providing it is either still attached or placed in the bottom of the can and the can sides are folded in so the lid cannot become separated.

Delmaine Tomato Paste Four Pack Tubs - The cardboard sleeve and tin cups are kerbside recyclable. The top seal is not recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Tomato Paste Tubes - This product is not recyclable and should be rolled up as small as possible and disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Tomato Pasatta Tetrapak - This product is not currently recyclable in NZ and should be flattened down and disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Table Sauces and Desserts Toppings - The plastic bottle is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste. The inner seal should also be disposed of in household waste.

Delmaine Cherries - The glass jar is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Vinegars - The glass bottle is kerbside recyclable. Pouring inserts and lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Balsamic Glaze - The plastic bottle is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Mustards & Horseradish - The glass jar is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Anchovies - The glass jar is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Chocolate Dipping Sauce - The plastic pottle is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Delmaine Jellies - The plastic pottles and pails are kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Rosedale Kisses - The plastic tray is kerbside recyclable. The outer film is soft plastic recyclable, see your local council notices for disposal (normally return to store).

Longest Drink In Town Milkshake Syrups - The plastic bottle is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Tuimato Sauce - The plastic bottle is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste.

Casa Fresca Chunky Dips - The plastic pottle is kerbside recyclable. Lids are not currently kerbside recyclable and should be disposed of in general household waste. The foil seal should also be disposed of in household waste.

Some actions being undertaken to help reduce our footprint;

• Reducing packaging sizes and carton sizes to reduce excess materials consumption.

• Improving traceability of products and raw materials to reduce waste.

• Improving manufacturing systems to reduce material, water and power consumption.

• Improving systems and processes to reduce possibilities of wasteful errors and having to remake things.

• Using natural colours, flavours and preservatives so to reduce reliance on chemicals and manufactured ingredients.

• Consolidation of freight whenever possible to reduce trips when moving goods around.

While we work as hard as possible to make our products more environmentally friendly we are constrained by the importance of maintaining food safety and shelf life, so we are not always able to use the most environmentally suitable solution.