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"We can reflect on ten years of innovation, excellence, and a commitment to creating sustainable cleaning solutions that bring joy to people's lives," says Vanchinathan, enumerating the various milestones Rossari Professional has achieved and its transition.

From humble beginnings to global success

Rossari Professional's dedication to research and development, coupled with our unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, has allowed us to expand our reach across geographies, and our innovative cleaning solutions are trusted by our customers and associates.

Sustainable solutions for a greener future

We understand the importance of sustainability in today's world. Our products are not only effective in delivering cleanliness and hygiene but also environmentally friendly. Through continuous research, we have developed cutting-edge formulations that minimise the impact on our planet. From biodegradable ingredients to eco-friendly packaging, our commitment to a greener future is unwavering.

Innovation that ignites joy

One of the ways we add a touch of delight to cleaning is through our selection of fragrances. In addition to the aromatic offerings, we have developed smart cleaning solutions that simplify the entire process. Thus, combining passion for innovation with a deep understanding of customer needs, we have changed the game in the cleaning industry.

Empowering partnerships

Rossari Professional's success is rooted in strong partnerships. An extensive network of distributors, retailers, and customers has fostered collaborative relationships that fuel our growth. By listening to partners' needs and providing exceptional support, we have built a community that thrives on shared success.

Looking ahead to a bright future

As Rossari Professional celebrates its 10th anniversary, we think the journey is only beginning. With a clear vision for the future, we are expanding our product portfolio and embracing emerging technologies to remain at the forefront of innovation, ensuring that we shall continue to be a trusted name in cleaning for years to come.

Rossari Professional's prowess in surface hygiene and cleaning chemicals, combined with Hako's advanced machinery, aims at integrating technologies into cleaning processes, allowing for increased efficiency and effectiveness. By adopting smart technologies, such as advanced sensors and automation, the cleaning process can be streamlined, resulting in substantial time savings and improved results.

Rossari Professional, known for its commitment to quality and innovation, can now leverage Hako's established expertise in producing high-performance cleaning equipment.

"Together, we can make new offerings that elevate cleaning standards across various sectors. By combining our expertise, we are not only enhancing the technology available but also ensuring that our clients receive superior service. Together, we are committed to delivering sustainable and effective cleaning solutions that meet the highest standards."
— Vanchinathan S, Head of Sales – SAARC

Through the partnership, they plan to introduce eco-friendly cleaning solutions that minimise water and energy consumption while utilising biodegradable chemicals, aligning with global green initiatives.

Hako's lineup includes the Scrubmaster and Sweepmaster series, which incorporate state-of-the-art features designed for optimum effectiveness and ease of use.

Hako Scrubmaster and Sweepmaster series

The Hako Scrubmaster and Sweepmaster series represent the pinnacle of modern cleaning technology. Here are some notable features:

Scrubmaster series

• Efficient cleaning: equipped with advanced scrubbing technology that ensures deep cleaning of all surfaces, reducing labour costs and time.
• Intelligent water management: this feature optimises water usage, reducing waste and environmental impact.
• User-friendly control panel: designed to simplify operations, enabling quick adjustments, and making the machines easy to operate for all users.
• Compact design: perfect for navigating narrow spaces, making them ideal for various environments, including hotels, hospitals, and commercial spaces.

Sweepmaster series

• Powerful suction: these machines effectively pick up debris from various surfaces, ensuring a thorough clean without missing a spot.
• Versatile applications: suitable for indoor and outdoor use, making it an ideal choice for municipalities and large facilities like warehouses.
• Ergonomic design: designed for comfort and reduced operator fatigue, enhancing productivity during operation.
• Robust build quality: engineered to withstand rigorous daily use while delivering consistent performance over time.

Enzyme-based solutions: decoding what is truly sustainable

Kshitiz Chaudhary, Founder & MD, Cizar Hygienecare Pvt Ltd

When evaluating enzyme-based cleaning solutions, buyers should start by closely examining the ingredients. A genuinely sustainable product should use biodegradable, non-toxic components, free from harsh chemicals, and pH is a factor when you can understand if it is safe or not. There could be the claim that a cleaning chemical is enzyme-based, hence considered an eco-friendly cleaning chemical, but you can use enzymes to enhance the efficacy of your present toxic chemical-based cleaning chemicals. Buyers should look for full ingredient disclosure.

Beyond ingredients, efficacy and dilution are where enzyme-based products distinguish themselves. A good formulation will work effectively at high dilutions, reducing both cost-in-use and packaging waste and environmental impact.

Additionally, the contact time required for action should align with the intended application — fast-acting for daily cleaning, longer dwell times for deep cleaning or organic digestion. In sum, enzyme cleaners can offer powerful, sustainable alternatives to traditional chemicals when chosen based on transparent formulation, proven performance, and responsible use recommendations.

Choosing equipment-compatible chemical solutions

Sahil Jain, Managing Director, columbus Cleaning Machines Pvt Ltd

Certain chemical solutions, while effective at cleaning, can inadvertently damage cleaning equipment if not chosen carefully. Harsh acids and bases — such as hydrochloric acid or sodium hydroxide — can corrode steel and degrade seals, leading to premature equipment failure. Strong oxidisers like hydrogen peroxide, peracetic acid, or bleach may deteriorate plastics, rubber components, and sensitive fittings if not properly rinsed.

Solvent-based degreasers, often used to remove oily residues, can be particularly aggressive — drying out gaskets, softening tubing, or affecting pump seals. Even alcohols like isopropanol, though commonly used, can weaken machines over time. These risks highlight the need to balance cleaning power with chemical compatibility to avoid compromising equipment performance.

Also, for particularly challenging or aggressive environments, we always suggest choosing the right SOPs along with specific machines like stainless steel chassis or oil-resistant squeegees and rubber guards.

On the other hand, certain formulations can help maintain and even extend the life of cleaning equipment. Neutral-pH detergents and low-residue disinfectants are generally safer for internal components and reduce the risk of buildup or clogging. Degreasers, often water-based or emulsifying types, offer strong cleaning action for oily surfaces without the material damage associated with harsher solvents. Anti-foaming agents, when incorporated into cleaning solutions, also play a crucial role by preventing excessive foam generation that can disrupt sensors, or cause suction motors to fail.

Selecting cleaning agents with both performance and material safety in mind ensures operational reliability and extends the service life of critical cleaning equipment. We always advise customers to perform small-scale compatibility and efficacy tests before full-scale implementation, especially when using a new chemical or cleaning a new material.

Preserving equipment in critical environments

Saleel Kodambadan, Sr Manager – Training & Business Operations (Kerala), Tennant Company

When evaluating chemical solutions for critical area cleaning, it is essential to choose products that do not compromise the performance or longevity of cleaning equipment. Chemicals should be tested and proven non-reactive with sensitive internal components like seals, pumps, tanks, spray nozzles, and dosing systems. This is especially important for machines that rely on automated chemical dosing, where the viscosity and concentration of the solution must remain consistent to ensure accurate delivery. Using incompatible chemicals can lead to equipment breakdowns, inaccurate dosing, clogging, or even void warranties.

Equally important is choosing low-foam, non-corrosive, and residue-free formulations that meet hygiene and environmental standards. In critical environments such as pharmaceutical cleanrooms, hospitals, and food processing units, these solutions must leave no films or residues that could affect sterility or compliance.

Choose chemicals certified by recognised agencies like NSF, CE, or REACH, and aligned with cGMP, HACCP, or ISO cleanroom classifications. Most importantly, ensure they come with documented compatibility for specific equipment types — such as floor scrubbers, vacuum cleaners, or high-pressure washers — to maintain operational efficiency and support compliance goals.

Understanding green chemistry and certification

Sandhya Shrivastava, PhD, Director, Bhavan's Research Center; Retd Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology, Bhavan's College

Green chemicals, also known as environmentally friendly or sustainable chemicals, are substances designed to minimise harm to human health and the environment, as these aim to reduce or eliminate the use of hazardous substances during the design, manufacture, and application of chemical products. Their relevance is growing rapidly, in almost all sectors, as the general public, industry, and regulatory bodies are getting more concerned and cautious about environmental safety and sustainability.

Though there are multiple areas where green chemicals are being used, there is a focused approach for using green chemicals in the areas of cleaning and disinfection, as most of the currently used chemicals are harsh, contributing not only to pollutants, but also leading to the development of antimicrobial resistance.

Key features

1. Non-toxic or low toxicity, biodegradable: traditional cleaning agents such as bleach, ammonia and phenols are being replaced by biodegradable actives, such as hydrogen peroxide, organic acids (citric, lactic or acetic), enzymes (proteases, amylases, lipases) and plant-based surfactants (coconut, corn-derived).
2. Environmental footprint reduction: green chemicals degrade rapidly in the natural environment, and bioaccumulation and residual toxicity for aquatic life is minimal. Chemical burden in wastewater is reduced. The rate of development of resistance to antimicrobial agents is also lowered.
3. Use of solvent-free or benign solvent systems: using water-based or green solvents like ethanol, glycerol or ethyl lactate, as against chlorinated or petrochemical-based agents.
4. Compliance and certifications: products that follow sustainable cleaning chemistry principles are often certified under BIS Eco Mark (India), ECOCERT (Europe), US EPA Safer Choice (USA), and others.
5. Limitations of using green chemicals: higher cost (H₂O₂ versus phenolics), lesser efficacy (less potent, slow-acting), shorter shelf life (as they are more sensitive to temperature, light or contamination), and standardisation and certification challenges.

Transitioning to sustainable cleaning options for a microbiology laboratory: considering the nature of operations, a microbiology lab requires continuous cleaning and disinfection. Thus, a transition to green chemicals will lead to:

• Reduction in environmental footprint: green disinfectants (like hydrogen peroxide or plant-based quats) to replace harsher compounds like glutaraldehyde or chlorine-based agents.
• Use of chemicals that degrade more readily, simplifying downstream waste treatment.
• Improved safety for staff, thus helping with alignment with biosafety and regulatory requirements.
• Alignment with ESG goals and sustainability mandates.

In conclusion, with numerous research laboratories and industries working on green chemicals, integration of green cleaning chemicals in all walks of life is a practical and ethical step toward safer, more sustainable practice for meeting the one-health objective. While initial adoption may require planning and investment, the long-term benefits — safer workspaces, regulatory compliance, and reduced environmental footprint — make the transition both necessary and worthwhile. With increasing awareness and the growing availability of certified products in India, now is the ideal time for creating awareness and for institutions to embrace green chemistry.

Prioritising ingredients to align with sustainability

Vanchinathan Sivaswamy, Head – Sales, SAARC, Rossari Professional

When evaluating cleaning chemicals for sustainability, we prioritise ingredients and formulations that align with eco-friendly and health-conscious standards. Here are the key points we consider:

1. Biodegradable ingredients: our formulations incorporate ingredients that break down naturally and quickly in the environment, minimising ecological impact.
2. Non-toxic composition: we ensure our cleaning chemicals are free from harmful substances such as phosphates, chlorine, ammonia, VOCs and synthetic fragrances, promoting safety for both users and ecosystems.
3. Use of renewable and natural raw materials: Rossari Professional emphasises sourcing ingredients derived from renewable resources, reducing dependency on petrochemical-based components and supporting sustainable supply chains.
4. Elimination of hazardous chemicals: our products are formulated to exclude persistent and hazardous substances, adhering to global safety and environmental standards.
5. Low VOC emissions: we develop products with low or zero VOC content to improve indoor air quality and reduce atmospheric pollution.
6. Certifications and eco-labels: our products often carry recognised sustainability certifications like Green Seal, reflecting our commitment to environmental responsibility.
7. Concentrated formulations and eco-friendly packaging: we focus on creating concentrated formulas that reduce packaging waste and transportation footprint, paired with recyclable and eco-conscious packaging options.
8. Fragrance and dye-free options: to promote health and environmental safety, many of our cleaning solutions are fragrance-free or utilise natural scents, avoiding synthetic dyes and fragrances.

At the core of our offering is Ross, our specialised housekeeping range. These cleaning and floor-care formulations deliver consistent results for daily upkeep as well as intensive maintenance, ensuring spotless surfaces and fresh, well-maintained spaces across hotels, campuses, commercial buildings, and industrial sites.

For kitchen hygiene, Kico brings food-safe dishwashing, degreasing, and sanitisation solutions that keep professional kitchens compliant, safe, and efficient. It supports everything from restaurants and cloud kitchens to industrial canteens and hotel food production areas.

Our laundry care system, Osmo, is engineered for high-volume performance. With detergents, softeners, stain removers, and system-based wash programmes, Osmo ensures fabric longevity, hygiene, and bright results for hospitals, hotels, and commercial laundries.

In healthcare and infection-sensitive zones, Dr Nanoxa provides targeted infection control solutions. These disinfectants and sanitisers are precisely developed for frequent use, helping hospitals, clinics, labs, and public spaces strengthen their infection prevention protocols.

"At Rossari Professional, we go beyond supplying products. We work as strategic partners — constantly revisiting needs, evolving solutions, and ensuring consistency across every touchpoint. Our system-driven hygiene ecosystem empowers organisations to operate with confidence, efficiency, and sustainability at scale."
— Vanchinathan S, Head – Sales, SAAR

For retail and B2B supply channels, Proclear offers consumer-friendly and bulk hygiene products that bring commercial-grade cleaning to households, offices, grocery stores, and hygiene retail chains.

Under paper products, Concord and Greenworld supply durable tissues, dispensers, and bulk hygiene essentials that balance quality with sustainability — ideal for institutions with high daily consumption.

To elevate ambience, our Airoseal fragrance range delivers sophisticated, long-lasting air-care for hotels, washrooms, corporate environments, and lounges.

Supporting daily freshness and packaging hygiene, Freshee, our aluminium range, includes rolls, containers, and food-grade packaging widely used in food service, catering, and home applications.

Our extensive mops, tools and equipment category equips housekeeping teams with ergonomic, durable, and performance-driven tools that simplify maintenance in large and complex facilities.

Strengthening sustainability goals, Naturesani waterless and odourless urinal bowls eliminate flush dependency and washroom odour, making them ideal for high-footfall public and commercial environments.

Across categories, Rossari Professional integrates chemistry, tools, and system-driven processes to deliver hygiene with consistency and sustainability — helping organisations maintain cleaner, safer, and more efficient environments.