Confectionery producer
Owned by the Sims family for four generations since 1850. Acquired the Violet Crumble brand from Nestle in 2018. Changed its name from Robern Menz to Menz Confectionery is 2022.
Company Assessment
(Last updated Jun 2024)
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Robern Menz (MFG) Pty Ltd
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3/5 for packaging performance
This company received a packaging performance level of 3 (Advanced) in its 2024 APCO Annual Report. Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) is a not-for-profit organisation leading the development of a circular economy for packaging in Australia. Each year, APCO Members are required to submit an APCO Annual Report and Action Plan, which includes an overall performance level from 1 (Getting Started) to 5 (Beyond Best Practice).
Source: APCO
(2024)
Palm oil rating - WAZA
The PalmOil Scan app, produced by the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA), rates companies on their commitment to sourcing sustainable palm oil. Companies are scored on their use of certified sustainable palm oil (CSPO), commitment to sourcing CSPO, on-the-ground conservation action, and membership to the RSPO. Companies can earn a rating of Excellent, Good, Poor or No Commitment. This company is rated "Poor" (retrieved 18 Nov 2023).
Source: WAZA
(2023)
Palm oil free products
Some, but not necessarily all, of this company's chocolate products contain segregated certified sustainable palm oil (CSPO). For more details, follow the link to see Borneo Orangutan Survival Australia's list of products which manufacturers have told them are palm oil free or contain segregated certified sustainable palm oil.
Source: BOS Australia
(2020)
Sustainability claims
This company has sustainability claims on its website in the areas of community sponsorship, palm oil sourcing and respect for employees.
Source: company website
(2018)
Company Details
Type:
Family-owned private company
Founded:
1850
Employees:
110
(2021)
Contact Details
Address:
71 Glynburn Rd, Glynde, SA, 5070, Australia
Phone:
08 8368 7700
Website:
Products / Brands
Menz Confectionery
Crown Mints
Mints & Gum
Menz
Sweets & Lollies
Polly Waffle
Chocolate
Robern
Dried Fruit & Nuts
Violet Crumble
Chocolate