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Product Research, Innovation & Quality

Benjamin Moore’s research and development laboratories are located in our 80,000-square-foot facility in Flanders, NJ. At this research and development hub, more than 100 chemists, chemical engineers, technicians, and support staff develop new products and ensure our formulations remain best in class. Each lab focuses on a different area of expertise, from evaluating color standards to enhancing high-performance coatings designed specifically for industrial facilities.

We continually test and improve our products, while researching and developing new coatings to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Many Benjamin Moore products in various product lines are low- or zero-VOC (volatile organic compounds) including Aura®, Regal® Select, Ben®, Eco Spec® WB, and Ultra Spec® 500, among others. Many of our architectural coating formulations range from zero to 100 grams per liter (g/L) VOC, compared to previous formulations ranging from 100 to 250 g/L VOC.

Product Research

THIRD PARTY CERTIFICATIONS

In addition to Benjamin Moore’s efforts to reduce VOC emissions, certifying select products to third-party standards is a cornerstone of our commitment to product stewardship.

BENJAMIN MOORE PATENTS

United States Patents Issued

57

International Patents Issued

148


Certifications Include:
  • Green Seal®
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    • Eco Spec® WB Interior Latex (primer and all finishes)
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  • Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)
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    • Eco Spec® WB Interior Latex (all finishes)
    • Ultra Spec® 500 Interior Latex (all finishes)
    • Ultra Spec® EXT (all finishes)
    • Primers:
      • Fresh Start® High-Hiding All-Purpose Primer (046)
      • Multi-Purpose Primer (067)
      • Ultra Spec® 500 Primer (N534)
      • Drywall Primer (380)
      • Ultra Spec® HP Acrylic Metal Primer (HP04)
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  • U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED® v4.1
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    • Applicable to most Benjamin Moore interior paints. Please refer to the Technical Data Sheet for each product to see how our products qualify under various LEED® v4.1 categories. The following are examples in the low emitting category:
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      • Aura® Waterborne Interior Paint (all finishes)
      • Aura® Bath & Spa Waterborne Interior Paint
      • Regal® Select Interior Paint & Primer (all finishes)
      • Ben® Interior Latex Paint & Primer (all finishes)
      • Eco Spec® WB Interior Latex (primer and all finishes)
      • Ultra Spec® 500 Interior Latex (primer and all finishes)
      • Ultra Spec® HP Acrylic Metal Primer (HP04)
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  • Declare Label/The Living Building Challenge Imperative 11
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    • Ultra Spec® HP Acrylic Metal Primer (HP04)
    • Ultra Spec® 500 Interior Latex (primer and all finishes)
    • Ultra Spec® Exterior Flat Finish (N447)
    • Ultra Spec® Exterior Satin Finish (N448)
    • Ultra Spec® Exterior Gloss Finish (N449) 
  • Master Painters Institute (MPI) Green Performance® Standard
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    • Applicable to various Benjamin Moore products
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    (Refer to Technical Data Sheets or the Master Painters Institute website for details)


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COMMITMENT TO RESPONSIBLE SOURCING
We are committed to responsible sourcing, and we continuously seek opportunities to improve our procurement procedures and increase our work with businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, the service disabled, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as small disadvantaged businesses. In 2023, our engagement with businesses owned by members of underrepresented groups grew—with spend increasing by 42%.

SUPPLIER QUALIFICATION AND AUDITING
Benjamin Moore maintains a robust supplier auditing program focused on financial stability, supply risk, reputation, safety, quality, and corporate social responsibility. All key suppliers receive an initial audit before first use and are periodically selected for audit based on a risk analysis that encompasses the criteria above, among others. Audit findings are reviewed with the supplier at a closeout meeting. Areas for improvement are noted, and a corrective action plan is implemented if necessary. Plans are reviewed at least quarterly until corrective actions are complete. If an audit finding is high risk and cannot be corrected to Benjamin Moore’s satisfaction, we begin the process to move that business to a new supplier or put preventive actions in place to mitigate risk.

CONFLICT MINERALS
We also comply with Berkshire's Conflict Minerals Policy Statement. The policy statement commits Berkshire and its subsidiaries to comply with the Conflict Minerals Rule issued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and work with our suppliers to ensure the responsible sourcing of materials containing “conflict minerals”—the ores of tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold.

REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS THROUGH SOURCING
Benjamin Moore continues to look for alternative transportation to receive materials and offset our emissions. In 2023, our use of vessel shipments compared to our total shipments went up by 1%, reducing over 930 trucks from the road.

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING
As a best practice, our teams constantly research alternative packaging to deliver our products in more sustainable cans, cartons, and wrapping. Our primary packaging consists of up to 100% recycled content, and our secondary packaging contains an average of 75% recycled content.

PAINTCARE®
We regularly seek new ways to improve the management of unused paint. Benjamin Moore partners with the American Coatings Association (ACA) and the Canadian Paint and Coatings Association (CPCA).

The ACA’s nonprofit entity, PaintCare, operates in states with paint stewardship laws and manages an industry-wide program to collect leftover paint for reuse, recycling, or safe disposal. Product Care oversees product stewardship programs for household hazardous and special waste products on behalf of its members across Canada. We are a contributing board member for both organizations, and our shared goal is to expand the breadth of these models so post-consumer paint is handled effectively and in an environmentally responsible manner.

Learn more about how to dispose of unused paint properly.


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Planet

We pride ourselves on being environmental stewards at work and in the community.

A group of Benjamin Moore employees utilizing a corner lounge area at the Montvale office.

People

Our diverse workforce forms one team collectively working toward shared success.

A group of Benjamin Moore employee volunteers with colored plastic containers watching an instructional video on how to safely pack food kits.

Partnerships

Our goal is to uplift the communities we serve through programs and partnerships that help create healthy, accessible, safe, and inclusive environments.

Grassy plants in a Benjamin Moore facility field.

Corporate Responsibility Overview Archive

Reports from previous years are available for download.