“We strive to use only sustainable materials” –

“We strive to use only sustainable materials“ Within five years, Schleich figurines will be recyclable or biodegradable

The toy manufacturer Schleich has set itself the goal of producing its toys in a more sustainable way. “We strive to use only sustainable materials. As a first step, by the end of 2027 all our figurines will be recyclable or biodegradable. Also, we are working hard at finding recycled or bio-based material for the future production of our toys”, explains Schleich CEO Dirk Engehausen. In addition to that and to ensure resources are reused over and over again, Schleich is optimizing and certifying its products and packaging in accordance with the Cradle to Cradle® circular economy principles by the end of 2027. This means, among other factors, that Schleich figurines are recycled without loss of material quality. The first measurable successes are already visible in the reduction of plastics in packaging. The holistic sustainability strategy also focuses on getting children excited about nature and animals through free play.

From lions to rabbits to dinosaurs, Schleich figurines have been a constant part of childhood for more than 85 years. Passed down from generation to generation, they naturally contribute to sustainable play all over the world. But that’s not enough for us!

We strive to use only sustainable materials. As a first step, by the end of 2027 all our figurines will be recyclable or biodegradable. Also, we are working hard at finding recycled or bio-based material for the future production of our toys. And we optimize and certify our figurines in accordance with the Cradle to Cradle® circular economy principles by end of 2027. This means that Schleich figurines are given back into the product cycle at the end of their lives, so that a Schleich lion ideally can become a new Schleich lion with the same high-quality material or a dinosaur, a horse, a zebra that make children’s eyes light up.

But for us, sustainability doesn’t stop with the materials of our toys: We are changing our packaging so that it uses less material and replacing plastic elements with cardboard. We’re working on regionalising our production to shorten supply chains. And we are improving the social and environmental impact of our production and supply chain.

www.schleich-s.com/en/GB/sustainability

www.schleich-s.com/en/GB/sustainability