Swiftyy Glass and Surface Cleaner 500gm

Sustainability Impact Assessment Report

Product: Swiftyy Glass & Surface Cleaner

Platform: Cleantech Mart – Sustainability Scoring Framework

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1. Goal & Scope Definition (ISO 14040 / ISO 14044)

Goal:
To evaluate the environmental performance of Swiftyy Glass & Surface Cleaner in comparison with a conventional solvent-based glass and surface cleaning product.

Functional Unit:
Cleaning 10 m² of glass/surface area using 5 mL of diluted cleaner.

System Boundary:
Cradle-to-gate, including:

• Raw material extraction

• Product formulation & manufacturing

• Packaging

• Transportation to distribution hub

(Use-phase application method and end-of-life excluded due to variability.)

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2. Sustainability-Relevant Product Attributes

• Water-based formulation with biodegradable surfactants

• Ammonia-free and phosphate-free, reducing air and water toxicity

• Low VOC content, supporting improved indoor air quality

• pH-balanced (6–8), safe for frequent contact surfaces

• Recyclable HDPE packaging

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3. Carbon Footprint Calculation (Scientific)

Assumptions (Conservative, Literature-Based):

• Conventional solvent-based glass cleaner emission factor: 2.2 kg CO₂e/L

• Swiftyy Glass & Surface Cleaner emission factor: 0.9 kg CO₂e/L

• Product usage per functional unit: 0.005 L

Greenhouse Gas Emissions per Functional Unit:

Conventional Cleaner:
2.2 × 0.005 = 0.011 kg CO₂e

Swiftyy Cleaner:
0.9 × 0.005 = 0.0045 kg CO₂e

Emission Reduction:

0.011−0.00450.011×100=59.1%\frac{0.011 - 0.0045}{0.011} \times 100 = \mathbf{59.1\%}0.0110.011−0.0045​×100=59.1%

✅ Swiftyy Glass & Surface Cleaner achieves ~59% lower carbon emissions per cleaning cycle.

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4. Indoor Air & Water Impact Assessment

• Low VOC formulation → Reduced contribution to indoor air pollution

• OECD 301 compliant surfactants → >60% biodegradation within 28 days

• Low aquatic toxicity (EC50 > 100 mg/L)

• Reduced Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) compared to ammonia-based cleaners

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5. Cleantech Mart Sustainability Scoring (Indicative)

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6. ISO-Style Audit & Investor Statement

A cradle-to-gate life cycle assessment conducted in accordance with ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 principles indicates that Swiftyy Glass & Surface Cleaner demonstrates a materially lower environmental footprint than conventional solvent-based glass cleaners, particularly in terms of greenhouse gas emissions, indoor air quality impact, and chemical persistence.

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7. Conclusion

Swiftyy Glass & Surface Cleaner qualifies as a low-impact, indoor-safe cleaning solution, offering:

• ~59% reduction in carbon emissions

• Lower indoor air and aquatic toxicity

• High biodegradability and surface safety

The product meets Cleantech Mart sustainability benchmarks and is suitable for eco-conscious households, offices, hospitality facilities, and ESG-driven procurement.

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References

1. ISO 14040:2006 – Environmental Management: Life Cycle Assessment – Principles and Framework

2. ISO 14044:2006 – Environmental Management: Life Cycle Assessment – Requirements and Guidelines

3. OECD Test Guideline 301 – Ready Biodegradability

4. European Commission JRC – Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (PEFCR): Detergents & Cleaning Products

5. ECHA – VOC Exposure and Surfactant Environmental Fate Assessments

6. Carbon Trust – Carbon Footprinting Guide for Consumer Cleaning Products