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SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
This Quality Policy applies to Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., which operates under the Somgroup umbrella.
As Somplast, our aim is to adopt reliable, sustainable and high quality standards in the products, engineering, sales and after-sales services we provide to our customers.
While bringing the technologies of the global brands we represent to our customers, we regard quality as a fundamental element of all our processes.
We are committed to accurately analyzing customer needs and expectations; monitoring product and service quality through measurable objectives; providing reliable and sustainable solutions; continuously improving pre-sales and after-sales technical support; supporting employees' competence and professional development; evaluating suppliers and business partners against quality criteria; complying with applicable legal and regulatory requirements; and continuously improving our quality management system.
This Quality Policy applies to Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., which operates under the Somgroup umbrella.
As Somplast, our aim is to adopt reliable, sustainable and high quality standards in the products, engineering, sales and after-sales services we provide to our customers.
While bringing the technologies of the global brands we represent to our customers, we regard quality as a fundamental element of all our processes.
We are committed to accurately analyzing customer needs and expectations; monitoring product and service quality through measurable objectives; providing reliable and sustainable solutions; continuously improving pre-sales and after-sales technical support; supporting employees' competence and professional development; evaluating suppliers and business partners against quality criteria; complying with applicable legal and regulatory requirements; and continuously improving our quality management system.
Occupational Health and Safety
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
This Occupational Health and Safety Policy applies to Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., which operates under the Somgroup umbrella.
As Somplast, our aim is to create a safe working environment for our employees, customers, visitors and business partners.
Somplast is committed to conducting its activities with human health and safety as a priority.
We are committed to identifying occupational health and safety hazards and assessing risks; eliminating risks at their source wherever possible or reducing them to an acceptable level; implementing measures to prevent occupational accidents and diseases; carrying out periodic inspections, measurements and monitoring; supporting employee participation, training and awareness in occupational health and safety processes; ensuring emergency preparedness; complying with Occupational Health and Safety Law No. 6331 and the relevant legislation; and continuously improving our occupational health and safety performance.
This Occupational Health and Safety Policy applies to Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., which operates under the Somgroup umbrella.
As Somplast, our aim is to create a safe working environment for our employees, customers, visitors and business partners.
Somplast is committed to conducting its activities with human health and safety as a priority.
We are committed to identifying occupational health and safety hazards and assessing risks; eliminating risks at their source wherever possible or reducing them to an acceptable level; implementing measures to prevent occupational accidents and diseases; carrying out periodic inspections, measurements and monitoring; supporting employee participation, training and awareness in occupational health and safety processes; ensuring emergency preparedness; complying with Occupational Health and Safety Law No. 6331 and the relevant legislation; and continuously improving our occupational health and safety performance.
Environmental Policy
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
This Environmental Policy applies to Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., which operates under the Somgroup umbrella.
As Somplast, our aim is to minimize the environmental impact of our activities.
Somplast considers contributing to the wider adoption of sustainable production technologies to be part of its corporate and public responsibility.
We are committed to complying with applicable environmental legislation and other obligations; using natural resources efficiently; reducing waste generation at its source and promoting reuse and recycling practices; supporting energy efficiency and the continuous improvement of environmental performance; monitoring environmental risks and impacts; and contributing to the development of environmental awareness among employees, suppliers and business partners.
This Environmental Policy applies to Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., which operates under the Somgroup umbrella.
As Somplast, our aim is to minimize the environmental impact of our activities.
Somplast considers contributing to the wider adoption of sustainable production technologies to be part of its corporate and public responsibility.
We are committed to complying with applicable environmental legislation and other obligations; using natural resources efficiently; reducing waste generation at its source and promoting reuse and recycling practices; supporting energy efficiency and the continuous improvement of environmental performance; monitoring environmental risks and impacts; and contributing to the development of environmental awareness among employees, suppliers and business partners.
Logistics Security
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
This Logistics Security Policy applies to Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., which operates under the Somgroup umbrella.
As Somplast, our aim is to ensure the security of the supply chain between our suppliers, the companies we represent and our customers.
Somplast adopts a risk-based security approach and the principles of reliable trade in its import, export, storage, transportation and other logistics processes.
We are committed to preserving product and shipment integrity; taking appropriate measures against unauthorized access, loss, damage, tampering and security breaches; assessing risks in transportation and storage processes; complying with customs and foreign trade legislation; evaluating suppliers, carriers and other business partners against appropriate security criteria; safeguarding information and document security; recording security incidents and carrying out the necessary corrective actions; and continuously improving supply chain security.
This Logistics Security Policy applies to Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., which operates under the Somgroup umbrella.
As Somplast, our aim is to ensure the security of the supply chain between our suppliers, the companies we represent and our customers.
Somplast adopts a risk-based security approach and the principles of reliable trade in its import, export, storage, transportation and other logistics processes.
We are committed to preserving product and shipment integrity; taking appropriate measures against unauthorized access, loss, damage, tampering and security breaches; assessing risks in transportation and storage processes; complying with customs and foreign trade legislation; evaluating suppliers, carriers and other business partners against appropriate security criteria; safeguarding information and document security; recording security incidents and carrying out the necessary corrective actions; and continuously improving supply chain security.
Terms of Use
Personal Data Protection Policy
1. Purpose
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
As Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. ("Somplast" or the "Company"), we attach importance to protecting the personal data of our customers, prospective customers, employees, job applicants, suppliers, business partners, visitors and other natural persons.
This Personal Data Protection Policy ("Policy") has been prepared to explain the fundamental principles and practices adopted by Somplast under the legislation in force concerning personal data protection, particularly the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK").
Somplast aims to process personal data lawfully, securely and transparently, with respect for the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject.
2. Scope
This Policy covers personal data processed concerning;
• customers,
• prospective customers,
• suppliers,
• business partners,
• employees,
• job applicants,
• visitors,
• website users,
• service providers
• and other natural persons who have any commercial or legal relationship with Somplast.
The Policy sets out Somplast's general approach to the processing of personal data.
Detailed information about the purposes for which personal data is processed within a specific processing activity, the data categories used, legal grounds, data transfers and the rights of data subjects is provided in the Privacy Notice on the Protection of Personal Data.
3. What Is Personal Data?
Personal data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
Information that may constitute personal data within the scope of Somplast's activities may include;
✓ first and last name,
✓ telephone number,
✓ email address,
✓ company and position information,
✓ communication records,
✓ quotation and request information,
✓ order and sales information,
✓ technical service records,
✓ invoice and financial transaction information,
✓ website usage information,
✓ transaction security information.
The scope of personal data processed may vary depending on the nature of the relationship established with Somplast and the transaction carried out.
4. Fundamental Principles of Processing Personal Data
Somplast adopts the following fundamental principles when processing personal data:
4.1. Compliance with the Law and the Rules of Good Faith
Care is taken to ensure that personal data is processed in accordance with the law and the rules of good faith.
4.2. Accuracy and Keeping Data Up to Date Where Necessary
Reasonable measures are taken to ensure that personal data is accurate and kept up to date where necessary.
4.3. Processing for Specific, Explicit and Legitimate Purposes
Personal data is processed for specific, explicit and legitimate purposes.
4.4. Relevance, Limitation and Proportionality to the Purpose of Processing
Personal data is processed only to the extent necessary for the purpose of processing.
4.5. Retention for the Necessary Period
Personal data is retained for the period prescribed by the applicable legislation or required by the purpose of processing.
5. Purposes of Processing Personal Data
Depending on the nature of its activities, Somplast may process personal data for the following purposes:
✓ receiving product and service requests,
✓ preparing quotations and pricing studies,
✓ carrying out sales processes,
✓ managing order processes,
✓ carrying out after-sales services,
✓ providing technical services,
✓ managing customer and business partner relationships,
✓ carrying out contractual processes,
✓ managing delivery and logistics processes,
✓ carrying out finance, accounting and invoicing processes,
✓ conducting legal proceedings,
✓ managing company activities,
✓ ensuring information security,
✓ ensuring the secure and effective operation of the website,
✓ evaluating requests and complaints,
✓ responding to requests from authorized institutions and organizations,
✓ fulfilling legal obligations.
The necessary permissions and legal requirements for marketing, promotional, campaign and commercial electronic communication activities are assessed separately.
6. Legal Grounds for Processing Personal Data
Personal data is processed on the legal ground appropriate to the relevant processing activity, among the conditions prescribed by KVKK.
Within this scope, personal data may be processed where the conditions prescribed under KVKK are met, such as;
✓ processing being expressly provided for by law,
✓ processing being directly related to the establishment or performance of a contract,
✓ fulfillment of a legal obligation,
✓ the data having been made public by the data subject,
✓ the establishment, exercise or protection of a right,
✓ the legitimate interests of the data controller,
✓ the data subject having given explicit consent.
To the extent possible, Somplast does not make data processing activities that do not require explicit consent conditional upon such consent.
Where explicit consent is required, the data subject is provided with the necessary information, and consent is obtained for a specific matter, on an informed basis and of the data subject's own free will.
7. Special Categories of Personal Data
Somplast processes the special categories of personal data listed in Article 6 of KVKK only where a processing condition prescribed by the Law applies to the specific activity and the adequate measures determined by the Personal Data Protection Board are taken.
Special categories of personal data are not requested or processed unless they are necessary, relevant, limited and proportionate to the purpose of processing. Situations requiring reliance on explicit consent are distinguished from those permitting processing without explicit consent under Article 6 of KVKK.
Where processing is necessary, the required technical and administrative measures are taken under the applicable legislation.
8. Collection of Personal Data
Personal data may be obtained by automated or non-automated means through channels such as;
✓ the Somfood website,
✓ contact and quotation forms,
✓ email,
✓ telephone,
✓ face-to-face meetings,
✓ contracts,
✓ quotation and order documents,
✓ technical service processes,
✓ trade fairs and events,
✓ business partners,
✓ suppliers.
Detailed information about data processing activities carried out through cookies and similar technologies used on the website is provided in the Cookie Policy.
9. Transfer of Personal Data
Somplast may share personal data with third parties only where permitted by the applicable legislation and provided that such sharing is relevant, limited and proportionate to the purposes of processing.
Within this scope, personal data may, where necessary, be transferred to;
✓ authorized public institutions and organizations,
✓ legal and financial advisors,
✓ service providers,
✓ suppliers,
✓ logistics and shipping companies,
✓ information technology service providers,
✓ business partners,
✓ manufacturers for whom the Company acts as a representative or distributor.
The parties to whom personal data will be transferred and the legal grounds for the transfer are explained separately in the Privacy Notice, depending on the nature of the relevant data processing activity.
Where personal data is transferred abroad, the current transfer framework prescribed in Article 9 of KVKK applies. In the absence of an adequacy decision, no regular or systematic transfer abroad is carried out without one of the appropriate safeguards prescribed by the Law being provided; occasional transfers are considered only where the exceptional conditions specified in the Law are met. Where a standard contract is used, the notification obligations prescribed by legislation are fulfilled within the required period.
10. Security of Personal Data
In accordance with Article 12 of KVKK, Somplast takes the necessary technical and administrative measures appropriate to the nature and risk level of the data processed to prevent unlawful processing of and access to personal data and to ensure its protection.
It takes care to implement technical and administrative measures appropriate to the nature of the data processed to prevent;
✓ unlawful processing,
✓ unlawful access,
✓ loss,
✓ use by unauthorized persons.
Within this scope, the aim is to implement the necessary security measures in areas such as information system security, access authorization, data security practices and employee awareness.
Somplast aims to improve its security practices in line with technological developments and emerging risks.
11. Retention of Personal Data
Personal data is retained taking into account;
✓ the periods prescribed by the applicable legislation,
✓ the period required by the purpose of processing,
✓ the period during which legal or commercial obligations continue.
Upon expiry of the retention period or when the purpose of processing ceases to exist, personal data is deleted, destroyed or anonymized in accordance with the legislation in force.
12. Explicit Consent
Explicit consent is obtained from the data subject for data processing activities that require such consent under KVKK.
Explicit consent is obtained;
✓ for a specific matter,
✓ on an informed basis,
✓ of the data subject's own free will.
Detailed explanations and consent procedures concerning activities requiring explicit consent are set out in the Explicit Consent Form.
As a rule, withholding explicit consent does not prevent access to services for which explicit consent is not required. However, situations in which the relevant data processing activity is essential for providing the service are assessed separately.
13. Commercial Electronic Communications and Marketing Activities
Where Somplast sends commercial communications concerning products, services, campaigns, announcements and similar matters, the permission, approval and opt-out mechanisms prescribed by the applicable legislation are taken into account.
Where necessary, permissions for sending commercial electronic communications are obtained separately from other permissions for processing personal data.
The legal requirements for processing personal data for marketing and promotional purposes are assessed separately.
14. Cookies
Cookies may be used on the Somfood website to ensure its secure and effective operation, improve the user experience and perform statistical analyses where necessary.
Detailed information about cookie types, purposes of use, retention periods and management is provided in the Cookie Policy.
15. Rights of Data Subjects
Under Article 11 of KVKK, data subjects have the right to;
✓ learn whether their personal data is being processed,
✓ request information regarding the processing of their personal data, if it has been processed,
✓ learn the purpose of processing and whether their personal data is used in accordance with that purpose,
✓ know the third parties to whom their personal data is transferred domestically or abroad,
✓ request the rectification of personal data that has been processed incompletely or inaccurately,
✓ request the deletion or destruction of personal data under the conditions stipulated in KVKK,
✓ request that third parties to whom the data has been transferred be notified of rectification, deletion or destruction operations,
✓ object to a result arising to their detriment through analysis exclusively by automated systems,
✓ request compensation for damages suffered due to unlawful processing.
16. Right to Apply
Data subjects may apply to Somfood to exercise their rights under KVKK.
Applications must be submitted in accordance with the methods and conditions specified in the legislation in force.
Application Address: Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4 Kasımpaşa/ Beyoğlu Istanbul – Türkiye
Email: info@somfood.com.tr
Registered Electronic Mail (KEP) Address: somteks@hs01.kep.tr
Applications are concluded free of charge as soon as possible, depending on the nature of the request, and in all cases within the maximum period prescribed by legislation; where the procedure entails an additional cost, the fee specified in the tariff determined by the Board may apply.
17. Related Documents
Detailed information about Somplast's personal data protection practices is available in the following documents:
Privacy Notice on the Protection of Personal Data: Information about the purposes, legal grounds and methods of processing personal data.
Explicit Consent Form: The consent procedure for data processing activities requiring explicit consent.
Cookie Policy: Information about cookies and similar technologies used on the website.
Although these documents are independent of one another, they complement Somplast's general approach to personal data protection.
18. Updating the Policy
Somplast may update this Policy in line with changes in the legislation in force, developments in company activities, technological changes or changes in personal data processing procedures.
The updated Policy will take effect on the date it is published on the Website.
Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti.
1. Purpose
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
As Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. ("Somplast" or the "Company"), we attach importance to protecting the personal data of our customers, prospective customers, employees, job applicants, suppliers, business partners, visitors and other natural persons.
This Personal Data Protection Policy ("Policy") has been prepared to explain the fundamental principles and practices adopted by Somplast under the legislation in force concerning personal data protection, particularly the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK").
Somplast aims to process personal data lawfully, securely and transparently, with respect for the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject.
2. Scope
This Policy covers personal data processed concerning;
• customers,
• prospective customers,
• suppliers,
• business partners,
• employees,
• job applicants,
• visitors,
• website users,
• service providers
• and other natural persons who have any commercial or legal relationship with Somplast.
The Policy sets out Somplast's general approach to the processing of personal data.
Detailed information about the purposes for which personal data is processed within a specific processing activity, the data categories used, legal grounds, data transfers and the rights of data subjects is provided in the Privacy Notice on the Protection of Personal Data.
3. What Is Personal Data?
Personal data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
Information that may constitute personal data within the scope of Somplast's activities may include;
✓ first and last name,
✓ telephone number,
✓ email address,
✓ company and position information,
✓ communication records,
✓ quotation and request information,
✓ order and sales information,
✓ technical service records,
✓ invoice and financial transaction information,
✓ website usage information,
✓ transaction security information.
The scope of personal data processed may vary depending on the nature of the relationship established with Somplast and the transaction carried out.
4. Fundamental Principles of Processing Personal Data
Somplast adopts the following fundamental principles when processing personal data:
4.1. Compliance with the Law and the Rules of Good Faith
Care is taken to ensure that personal data is processed in accordance with the law and the rules of good faith.
4.2. Accuracy and Keeping Data Up to Date Where Necessary
Reasonable measures are taken to ensure that personal data is accurate and kept up to date where necessary.
4.3. Processing for Specific, Explicit and Legitimate Purposes
Personal data is processed for specific, explicit and legitimate purposes.
4.4. Relevance, Limitation and Proportionality to the Purpose of Processing
Personal data is processed only to the extent necessary for the purpose of processing.
4.5. Retention for the Necessary Period
Personal data is retained for the period prescribed by the applicable legislation or required by the purpose of processing.
5. Purposes of Processing Personal Data
Depending on the nature of its activities, Somplast may process personal data for the following purposes:
✓ receiving product and service requests,
✓ preparing quotations and pricing studies,
✓ carrying out sales processes,
✓ managing order processes,
✓ carrying out after-sales services,
✓ providing technical services,
✓ managing customer and business partner relationships,
✓ carrying out contractual processes,
✓ managing delivery and logistics processes,
✓ carrying out finance, accounting and invoicing processes,
✓ conducting legal proceedings,
✓ managing company activities,
✓ ensuring information security,
✓ ensuring the secure and effective operation of the website,
✓ evaluating requests and complaints,
✓ responding to requests from authorized institutions and organizations,
✓ fulfilling legal obligations.
The necessary permissions and legal requirements for marketing, promotional, campaign and commercial electronic communication activities are assessed separately.
6. Legal Grounds for Processing Personal Data
Personal data is processed on the legal ground appropriate to the relevant processing activity, among the conditions prescribed by KVKK.
Within this scope, personal data may be processed where the conditions prescribed under KVKK are met, such as;
✓ processing being expressly provided for by law,
✓ processing being directly related to the establishment or performance of a contract,
✓ fulfillment of a legal obligation,
✓ the data having been made public by the data subject,
✓ the establishment, exercise or protection of a right,
✓ the legitimate interests of the data controller,
✓ the data subject having given explicit consent.
To the extent possible, Somplast does not make data processing activities that do not require explicit consent conditional upon such consent.
Where explicit consent is required, the data subject is provided with the necessary information, and consent is obtained for a specific matter, on an informed basis and of the data subject's own free will.
7. Special Categories of Personal Data
Somplast processes the special categories of personal data listed in Article 6 of KVKK only where a processing condition prescribed by the Law applies to the specific activity and the adequate measures determined by the Personal Data Protection Board are taken.
Special categories of personal data are not requested or processed unless they are necessary, relevant, limited and proportionate to the purpose of processing. Situations requiring reliance on explicit consent are distinguished from those permitting processing without explicit consent under Article 6 of KVKK.
Where processing is necessary, the required technical and administrative measures are taken under the applicable legislation.
8. Collection of Personal Data
Personal data may be obtained by automated or non-automated means through channels such as;
✓ the Somfood website,
✓ contact and quotation forms,
✓ email,
✓ telephone,
✓ face-to-face meetings,
✓ contracts,
✓ quotation and order documents,
✓ technical service processes,
✓ trade fairs and events,
✓ business partners,
✓ suppliers.
Detailed information about data processing activities carried out through cookies and similar technologies used on the website is provided in the Cookie Policy.
9. Transfer of Personal Data
Somplast may share personal data with third parties only where permitted by the applicable legislation and provided that such sharing is relevant, limited and proportionate to the purposes of processing.
Within this scope, personal data may, where necessary, be transferred to;
✓ authorized public institutions and organizations,
✓ legal and financial advisors,
✓ service providers,
✓ suppliers,
✓ logistics and shipping companies,
✓ information technology service providers,
✓ business partners,
✓ manufacturers for whom the Company acts as a representative or distributor.
The parties to whom personal data will be transferred and the legal grounds for the transfer are explained separately in the Privacy Notice, depending on the nature of the relevant data processing activity.
Where personal data is transferred abroad, the current transfer framework prescribed in Article 9 of KVKK applies. In the absence of an adequacy decision, no regular or systematic transfer abroad is carried out without one of the appropriate safeguards prescribed by the Law being provided; occasional transfers are considered only where the exceptional conditions specified in the Law are met. Where a standard contract is used, the notification obligations prescribed by legislation are fulfilled within the required period.
10. Security of Personal Data
In accordance with Article 12 of KVKK, Somplast takes the necessary technical and administrative measures appropriate to the nature and risk level of the data processed to prevent unlawful processing of and access to personal data and to ensure its protection.
It takes care to implement technical and administrative measures appropriate to the nature of the data processed to prevent;
✓ unlawful processing,
✓ unlawful access,
✓ loss,
✓ use by unauthorized persons.
Within this scope, the aim is to implement the necessary security measures in areas such as information system security, access authorization, data security practices and employee awareness.
Somplast aims to improve its security practices in line with technological developments and emerging risks.
11. Retention of Personal Data
Personal data is retained taking into account;
✓ the periods prescribed by the applicable legislation,
✓ the period required by the purpose of processing,
✓ the period during which legal or commercial obligations continue.
Upon expiry of the retention period or when the purpose of processing ceases to exist, personal data is deleted, destroyed or anonymized in accordance with the legislation in force.
12. Explicit Consent
Explicit consent is obtained from the data subject for data processing activities that require such consent under KVKK.
Explicit consent is obtained;
✓ for a specific matter,
✓ on an informed basis,
✓ of the data subject's own free will.
Detailed explanations and consent procedures concerning activities requiring explicit consent are set out in the Explicit Consent Form.
As a rule, withholding explicit consent does not prevent access to services for which explicit consent is not required. However, situations in which the relevant data processing activity is essential for providing the service are assessed separately.
13. Commercial Electronic Communications and Marketing Activities
Where Somplast sends commercial communications concerning products, services, campaigns, announcements and similar matters, the permission, approval and opt-out mechanisms prescribed by the applicable legislation are taken into account.
Where necessary, permissions for sending commercial electronic communications are obtained separately from other permissions for processing personal data.
The legal requirements for processing personal data for marketing and promotional purposes are assessed separately.
14. Cookies
Cookies may be used on the Somfood website to ensure its secure and effective operation, improve the user experience and perform statistical analyses where necessary.
Detailed information about cookie types, purposes of use, retention periods and management is provided in the Cookie Policy.
15. Rights of Data Subjects
Under Article 11 of KVKK, data subjects have the right to;
✓ learn whether their personal data is being processed,
✓ request information regarding the processing of their personal data, if it has been processed,
✓ learn the purpose of processing and whether their personal data is used in accordance with that purpose,
✓ know the third parties to whom their personal data is transferred domestically or abroad,
✓ request the rectification of personal data that has been processed incompletely or inaccurately,
✓ request the deletion or destruction of personal data under the conditions stipulated in KVKK,
✓ request that third parties to whom the data has been transferred be notified of rectification, deletion or destruction operations,
✓ object to a result arising to their detriment through analysis exclusively by automated systems,
✓ request compensation for damages suffered due to unlawful processing.
16. Right to Apply
Data subjects may apply to Somfood to exercise their rights under KVKK.
Applications must be submitted in accordance with the methods and conditions specified in the legislation in force.
Application Address: Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4 Kasımpaşa/ Beyoğlu Istanbul – Türkiye
Email: info@somfood.com.tr
Registered Electronic Mail (KEP) Address: somteks@hs01.kep.tr
Applications are concluded free of charge as soon as possible, depending on the nature of the request, and in all cases within the maximum period prescribed by legislation; where the procedure entails an additional cost, the fee specified in the tariff determined by the Board may apply.
17. Related Documents
Detailed information about Somplast's personal data protection practices is available in the following documents:
Privacy Notice on the Protection of Personal Data: Information about the purposes, legal grounds and methods of processing personal data.
Explicit Consent Form: The consent procedure for data processing activities requiring explicit consent.
Cookie Policy: Information about cookies and similar technologies used on the website.
Although these documents are independent of one another, they complement Somplast's general approach to personal data protection.
18. Updating the Policy
Somplast may update this Policy in line with changes in the legislation in force, developments in company activities, technological changes or changes in personal data processing procedures.
The updated Policy will take effect on the date it is published on the Website.
Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti.
KVKK Privacy Notice
SOMFOOD WEBSITE PRIVACY NOTICE ON THE PROCESSING OF PERSONAL DATA
1. DATA CONTROLLER
Within the scope of the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (“KVKK”), SOMPLAST Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Limited Şirketi is the data controller with respect to personal data processing activities carried out through the www.somfood.com.tr website.
2. PERSONAL DATA PROCESSED
If you submit a contact or quotation request through the website, the following personal data may be processed:
- Identity information: First name and surname.
- Contact information: E-mail address.
In addition, within the scope of ensuring the security and technical operation of the website, transaction security data such as IP address, connection time, browser and device information, as well as online identifiers associated with the cookies used, may be processed.
3. PURPOSES OF PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data may be processed for the following purposes:
- Receiving and responding to your contact requests,
- Providing the information you request about products and systems,
- Evaluating quotation and project requests,
- Directing your request to the relevant sales or technical department,
- Managing customer and prospective customer relations,
- Ensuring the security of the website,
- Fulfilling legal obligations,
- Protecting rights in the event of potential disputes
for the purposes stated above.
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA
First name, surname and e-mail address information collected in connection with contact and quotation requests may, depending on the nature of the request, be processed on the legal grounds set forth in Article 5 of the KVKK, including:
- Processing being directly related to the establishment or performance of a contract,
- Processing being necessary for the legitimate interests of the data controller, provided that such processing does not violate the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject,
- Processing being necessary for the establishment, exercise or protection of a right
as the applicable legal grounds for processing.
Where the relevant personal data processing activity is based on one of the legal grounds specified above, separate explicit consent will not be requested.
5. METHOD OF COLLECTING PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data may be collected electronically through the completion of contact and quotation forms available on the website, the direct sending of e-mails, and technical records generated during your use of the website.
6. TRANSFER OF PERSONAL DATA
To the extent necessary to achieve the purposes specified above, your personal data may be transferred to:
- Authorized employees within the Company,
- Data processor service providers providing information technology, e-mail, hosting and similar services,
- Public institutions and authorities legally authorized to receive such data
as necessary.
If personal data is to be transferred to a service provider located outside Türkiye, such transfer shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions of the KVKK governing the transfer of personal data abroad.
7. RETENTION PERIOD
Your personal data will be retained for the period necessary to conclude the relevant contact or quotation request and, thereafter, only for as long as retention is required under applicable legislation or in connection with potential legal disputes.
Upon expiration of the applicable retention period, personal data will be deleted, destroyed or anonymized using methods compliant with applicable legislation.
8. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE KVKK
Pursuant to Article 11 of the KVKK, with respect to your personal data: - To learn whether your personal data is being processed,
- To request information if your personal data has been processed,
- To learn the purpose of processing your personal data and whether it is being used in accordance with that purpose,
- To know the third parties to whom your personal data has been transferred, whether in Türkiye or abroad,
- To request the correction of your personal data if it has been processed incompletely or inaccurately,
- To request the deletion or destruction of your personal data where the conditions prescribed by law are met,
- To request that third parties to whom your personal data has been transferred be notified of any correction, deletion or destruction carried out in relation to your personal data,
- To object to any result arising to your detriment as a result of the analysis of your personal data exclusively through automated systems,
- To request compensation for damages if you suffer damage as a result of the unlawful processing of your personal data
you have the rights listed above.
You may submit your applications to the data controller using the methods specified under the KVKK and the Communiqué on the Procedures and Principles of Application to the Data Controller.
1. DATA CONTROLLER
Within the scope of the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (“KVKK”), SOMPLAST Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Limited Şirketi is the data controller with respect to personal data processing activities carried out through the www.somfood.com.tr website.
2. PERSONAL DATA PROCESSED
If you submit a contact or quotation request through the website, the following personal data may be processed:
- Identity information: First name and surname.
- Contact information: E-mail address.
In addition, within the scope of ensuring the security and technical operation of the website, transaction security data such as IP address, connection time, browser and device information, as well as online identifiers associated with the cookies used, may be processed.
3. PURPOSES OF PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data may be processed for the following purposes:
- Receiving and responding to your contact requests,
- Providing the information you request about products and systems,
- Evaluating quotation and project requests,
- Directing your request to the relevant sales or technical department,
- Managing customer and prospective customer relations,
- Ensuring the security of the website,
- Fulfilling legal obligations,
- Protecting rights in the event of potential disputes
for the purposes stated above.
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA
First name, surname and e-mail address information collected in connection with contact and quotation requests may, depending on the nature of the request, be processed on the legal grounds set forth in Article 5 of the KVKK, including:
- Processing being directly related to the establishment or performance of a contract,
- Processing being necessary for the legitimate interests of the data controller, provided that such processing does not violate the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject,
- Processing being necessary for the establishment, exercise or protection of a right
as the applicable legal grounds for processing.
Where the relevant personal data processing activity is based on one of the legal grounds specified above, separate explicit consent will not be requested.
5. METHOD OF COLLECTING PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data may be collected electronically through the completion of contact and quotation forms available on the website, the direct sending of e-mails, and technical records generated during your use of the website.
6. TRANSFER OF PERSONAL DATA
To the extent necessary to achieve the purposes specified above, your personal data may be transferred to:
- Authorized employees within the Company,
- Data processor service providers providing information technology, e-mail, hosting and similar services,
- Public institutions and authorities legally authorized to receive such data
as necessary.
If personal data is to be transferred to a service provider located outside Türkiye, such transfer shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions of the KVKK governing the transfer of personal data abroad.
7. RETENTION PERIOD
Your personal data will be retained for the period necessary to conclude the relevant contact or quotation request and, thereafter, only for as long as retention is required under applicable legislation or in connection with potential legal disputes.
Upon expiration of the applicable retention period, personal data will be deleted, destroyed or anonymized using methods compliant with applicable legislation.
8. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE KVKK
Pursuant to Article 11 of the KVKK, with respect to your personal data: - To learn whether your personal data is being processed,
- To request information if your personal data has been processed,
- To learn the purpose of processing your personal data and whether it is being used in accordance with that purpose,
- To know the third parties to whom your personal data has been transferred, whether in Türkiye or abroad,
- To request the correction of your personal data if it has been processed incompletely or inaccurately,
- To request the deletion or destruction of your personal data where the conditions prescribed by law are met,
- To request that third parties to whom your personal data has been transferred be notified of any correction, deletion or destruction carried out in relation to your personal data,
- To object to any result arising to your detriment as a result of the analysis of your personal data exclusively through automated systems,
- To request compensation for damages if you suffer damage as a result of the unlawful processing of your personal data
you have the rights listed above.
You may submit your applications to the data controller using the methods specified under the KVKK and the Communiqué on the Procedures and Principles of Application to the Data Controller.
Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
As Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. ("Somplast" or the "Company"), we use cookies to improve the experience of users visiting www.somfood.com.tr (the "Website"), ensure the secure and effective operation of the Website and, where necessary, obtain statistical information about Website usage.
This Cookie Policy has been prepared to inform visitors about the types of cookies used on the Website, their purposes and the methods users can use to manage their cookie preferences.
What Is a Cookie?
Cookies are small text files that may be stored in your browser or on your device when you visit a website.
Cookies can enable a website to remember your preferences, operate securely and improve the user experience.
Why Are Cookies Used?
Somplast may use cookies on the Website for the following purposes:
✓ Ensuring the secure and proper operation of the Website,
✓ Enabling the Website's essential functions,
✓ Remembering user preferences,
✓ Analyzing the Website's performance,
✓ Understanding visitors' usage habits,
✓ Contributing to the development of the Website,
✓ Improving the user experience,
✓ Ensuring compliance with legal obligations.
The purposes and scope of the cookies used may vary depending on the technical infrastructure and third-party services used on the Website.
Types of Cookies Used
The cookies actually used on the Website are listed in the cookie inventory below by provider, cookie name, purpose, type, legal ground and retention period. The inventory below has been prepared based on the Website's existing technical structure prior to launch and the planned standard integrations. The cookie inventory may be rescanned and updated when the Website is fully launched, Google Analytics and similar third-party services are activated, or the technical infrastructure changes.
3.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies may be necessary for the Website to perform its essential functions and operate securely.
Since strictly necessary cookies are required for the operation of the Website, some parts of the Website may not function properly if these cookies are disabled.
3.2. Functional Cookies
To the extent that they are not strictly necessary, functional cookies are activated only after the user makes an active and freely given choice; the user may subsequently change this choice just as easily.
For example, they may be used to remember language, display or similar user preferences.
3.3. Performance and Analytics Cookies
To the extent that they are not strictly necessary, performance and analytics cookies are not activated without the user's explicit consent. Where the analytics service provider is located abroad or accesses the data from abroad, the transfer conditions under Article 9 of KVKK are also met.
Within this scope, where third-party analytics services are used on the Website, cookies belonging to the relevant service providers may also be used.
3.4. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Where third-party services are used on the Website for marketing or advertising purposes, the relevant cookies may be used through these services.
Marketing and advertising cookies are disabled by default and, where required, are activated only after the user has given prior explicit consent. The option to reject must be as easy and accessible as the option to accept.
Cookie Lifespans
Cookies are classified according to their lifespan as follows;
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that may be deleted when the browser is closed.
Persistent Cookies: Cookies that may remain on your device for a certain period and are removed when they expire or are deleted by the user.
The retention periods of the cookies used may vary depending on their nature and purpose.
Third-Party Cookies
All third-party technologies used on the Website are described in this Policy in accordance with the actual technical inventory. Analytics, map, video, security, social media or similar third-party services that use non-essential cookies/technologies are not activated until the required preference has been obtained; where a transfer of data abroad occurs, Article 9 of KVKK also applies.
These services may be used for analytics, maps, video, security, social media, communication or similar functions.
Where third-party services are used, the relevant service providers' own privacy and cookie policies may also apply.
Somplast may update the nature and scope of the third-party services used on the Website as necessary.
Managing Cookie Preferences
When the Website is first accessed, non-essential cookies are disabled by default. Users are presented with “Accept All”, “Reject All” and “Customize Cookies” options with equal visibility and accessibility. Preferences may subsequently be changed through a cookie settings area that remains accessible on the Website, and explicit consent may be withdrawn as easily as it was given.
However, disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent certain functions of the Website from working properly.
Users may change their preferences regarding non-essential cookies through the cookie preference management panel, where available on the Website.
Protection of Personal Data
Where personal data may be processed through cookies, the relevant personal data is processed in accordance with the legislation in force, particularly the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698.
Detailed information about the purposes for which personal data is processed, the legal grounds relied upon, the parties to whom it may be transferred and the rights of data subjects is available in the KVKK and Personal Data Protection Policy and the Privacy Notice.
For data processing activities requiring explicit consent, such consent is also obtained separately where applicable.
Updating the Policy
Somplast may update this Cookie Policy in line with changes in the legislation in force, the Website's technical infrastructure, the services used or cookie technologies.
The updated policy takes effect on the date it is published on the Website.
Contact
If you have any questions or requests regarding the Cookie Policy, you may contact Somplast through the following channels:
Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti.
Address: Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4
Email: info@somfood.com.tr
Telephone: +90 212 251 30 54
Website: www.somfood.com.tr
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
As Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. ("Somplast" or the "Company"), we use cookies to improve the experience of users visiting www.somfood.com.tr (the "Website"), ensure the secure and effective operation of the Website and, where necessary, obtain statistical information about Website usage.
This Cookie Policy has been prepared to inform visitors about the types of cookies used on the Website, their purposes and the methods users can use to manage their cookie preferences.
What Is a Cookie?
Cookies are small text files that may be stored in your browser or on your device when you visit a website.
Cookies can enable a website to remember your preferences, operate securely and improve the user experience.
Why Are Cookies Used?
Somplast may use cookies on the Website for the following purposes:
✓ Ensuring the secure and proper operation of the Website,
✓ Enabling the Website's essential functions,
✓ Remembering user preferences,
✓ Analyzing the Website's performance,
✓ Understanding visitors' usage habits,
✓ Contributing to the development of the Website,
✓ Improving the user experience,
✓ Ensuring compliance with legal obligations.
The purposes and scope of the cookies used may vary depending on the technical infrastructure and third-party services used on the Website.
Types of Cookies Used
The cookies actually used on the Website are listed in the cookie inventory below by provider, cookie name, purpose, type, legal ground and retention period. The inventory below has been prepared based on the Website's existing technical structure prior to launch and the planned standard integrations. The cookie inventory may be rescanned and updated when the Website is fully launched, Google Analytics and similar third-party services are activated, or the technical infrastructure changes.
| Provider | Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Legal Ground | Retention Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somfood | PHPSESSID | Maintaining the technical continuity of the session on the Website and ensuring the proper operation of forms and security processes. | Strictly Necessary | Necessary for the Website to perform its essential functions and operate securely. | For the duration of the session |
| Somfood | cookie_consent | Remembering the user's cookie preference and enabling non-essential cookies in accordance with that preference. | Strictly Necessary | Necessary to store the user's cookie preference and operate the cookie management mechanism. | 12 months |
| Google LLC / Google Analytics | _ga | Distinguishing between Website visitors and generating usage statistics. | Performance and Analytics | The user's explicit consent. | 2 years |
| Google LLC / Google Analytics | _ga_<measurement-id> | Measuring session and visit activity and performing statistical analysis within Google Analytics 4. | Performance and Analytics | The user's explicit consent. | 2 years |
3.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies may be necessary for the Website to perform its essential functions and operate securely.
Since strictly necessary cookies are required for the operation of the Website, some parts of the Website may not function properly if these cookies are disabled.
3.2. Functional Cookies
To the extent that they are not strictly necessary, functional cookies are activated only after the user makes an active and freely given choice; the user may subsequently change this choice just as easily.
For example, they may be used to remember language, display or similar user preferences.
3.3. Performance and Analytics Cookies
To the extent that they are not strictly necessary, performance and analytics cookies are not activated without the user's explicit consent. Where the analytics service provider is located abroad or accesses the data from abroad, the transfer conditions under Article 9 of KVKK are also met.
Within this scope, where third-party analytics services are used on the Website, cookies belonging to the relevant service providers may also be used.
3.4. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Where third-party services are used on the Website for marketing or advertising purposes, the relevant cookies may be used through these services.
Marketing and advertising cookies are disabled by default and, where required, are activated only after the user has given prior explicit consent. The option to reject must be as easy and accessible as the option to accept.
Cookie Lifespans
Cookies are classified according to their lifespan as follows;
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that may be deleted when the browser is closed.
Persistent Cookies: Cookies that may remain on your device for a certain period and are removed when they expire or are deleted by the user.
The retention periods of the cookies used may vary depending on their nature and purpose.
Third-Party Cookies
All third-party technologies used on the Website are described in this Policy in accordance with the actual technical inventory. Analytics, map, video, security, social media or similar third-party services that use non-essential cookies/technologies are not activated until the required preference has been obtained; where a transfer of data abroad occurs, Article 9 of KVKK also applies.
These services may be used for analytics, maps, video, security, social media, communication or similar functions.
Where third-party services are used, the relevant service providers' own privacy and cookie policies may also apply.
Somplast may update the nature and scope of the third-party services used on the Website as necessary.
Managing Cookie Preferences
When the Website is first accessed, non-essential cookies are disabled by default. Users are presented with “Accept All”, “Reject All” and “Customize Cookies” options with equal visibility and accessibility. Preferences may subsequently be changed through a cookie settings area that remains accessible on the Website, and explicit consent may be withdrawn as easily as it was given.
However, disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent certain functions of the Website from working properly.
Users may change their preferences regarding non-essential cookies through the cookie preference management panel, where available on the Website.
Protection of Personal Data
Where personal data may be processed through cookies, the relevant personal data is processed in accordance with the legislation in force, particularly the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698.
Detailed information about the purposes for which personal data is processed, the legal grounds relied upon, the parties to whom it may be transferred and the rights of data subjects is available in the KVKK and Personal Data Protection Policy and the Privacy Notice.
For data processing activities requiring explicit consent, such consent is also obtained separately where applicable.
Updating the Policy
Somplast may update this Cookie Policy in line with changes in the legislation in force, the Website's technical infrastructure, the services used or cookie technologies.
The updated policy takes effect on the date it is published on the Website.
Contact
If you have any questions or requests regarding the Cookie Policy, you may contact Somplast through the following channels:
Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti.
Address: Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4
Email: info@somfood.com.tr
Telephone: +90 212 251 30 54
Website: www.somfood.com.tr
Privacy Notice
SOMPLAST PLASTİK DIŞ TİCARET VE SANAYİ LİMİTED ŞİRKETİ
Privacy Notice
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand. As Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. ("Somplast" or the "Company"), we attach importance to the protection of personal data under the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK").
This Privacy Notice has been prepared to inform natural persons whose personal data is processed by Somplast about the scope within which their personal data is processed.
ARTICLE 1: DATA CONTROLLER
Your personal data may be processed by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret Sanayi Limited Şirketi, acting as the data controller under KVKK No. 6698, within the scope explained below. The term data controller refers to a natural or legal person who determines the purposes and means of processing personal data and is responsible for establishing and managing the data filing system. You may contact the data controller through the following channels:
Address : Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4 Kasımpaşa/ Beyoğlu Istanbul – Türkiye
Telephone : 0 212 251 30 54
Email : info@somfood.com.tr
Website : www.somfood.com.tr
ARTICLE 2: PERSONAL DATA PROCESSED
Depending on the nature of your relationship with Somplast and the transaction you carry out, the following categories of personal data may be processed:
• First and last name,
• Telephone number,
• Email address,
• Company of employment and position/title information,
• Request, quotation and communication information,
• Order and sales information,
• Technical service and after-sales service records,
• Invoice and financial transaction information,
• Website usage and transaction security information,
• Information you provide through the contact form,
• Information that may be required for legal proceedings and under applicable legislation.
Somplast does not request or process special categories of personal data unless necessary for carrying out its activities.
ARTICLE 3: PURPOSE OF PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA
We process personal data for the following purposes:
Your personal data may be processed for the purposes of:
• receiving and evaluating product and service requests,
• preparing and sending quotations,
• carrying out sales and after-sales services,
• carrying out technical service processes,
• managing communication processes with customers and business partners,
• carrying out order and delivery processes,
• carrying out contractual processes,
• performing finance, accounting and invoicing operations,
• evaluating requests and complaints,
• carrying out information security processes,
• ensuring the secure and effective operation of the website,
• carrying out company activities and business processes,
• fulfilling requests from authorized public institutions and organizations,
• fulfilling legal obligations.
ARTICLE 4: LEGAL GROUNDS FOR PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data is processed on the legal ground appropriate to the nature of the processing activity, among the conditions for processing personal data specified in Article 5 of KVKK.
Within this scope, personal data may be processed on the following legal grounds:
• processing is expressly provided for by law,
• processing is directly related to the establishment or performance of a contract,
• processing is necessary for the data controller to fulfill its legal obligations,
• the data has been made public by the data subject,
• processing is necessary for the establishment, exercise or protection of a right,
• processing is necessary for the legitimate interests of the data controller, provided that it does not prejudice the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject,
• the data subject has given explicit consent where necessary.
The legal ground applicable to each personal data processing activity is determined according to the nature of the activity. In particular, quotation and contractual processes may be assessed under Article 5/2-c of KVKK; statutory record-keeping, invoicing and obligations arising from legislation under Article 5/2-a and/or ç; the establishment, exercise or protection of legal claims under Article 5/2-e; and information security and reasonable commercial processes under Article 5/2-f, provided that they do not prejudice the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject. Explicit consent is used only for activities where no other processing conditions apply and where it is legally required.
ARTICLE 5: METHODS OF COLLECTING PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data may be collected by automated or non-automated means through:
• the Somfood website,
• contact and request forms,
• email,
• telephone,
• face-to-face meetings,
• quotation and order processes,
• contracts and other commercial documents,
• technical service processes,
• trade fairs, events and organized activities,
• business partners and authorized persons.
ARTICLE 6: TRANSFER OF PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data may be transferred to the following parties, in compliance with the applicable legislation and limited to the purpose of processing:
• authorized public institutions and organizations,
• legal, financial and technical advisors,
• suppliers and business partners from whom services are obtained,
• shipping and logistics service providers,
• information technology and infrastructure service providers,
• manufacturers for whom the Company acts as a representative or distributor, for the purpose of carrying out the relevant business and service processes.
Where personal data is transferred abroad, the current transfer conditions under Article 9 of KVKK apply. In the absence of an adequacy decision, no regular or systematic transfer abroad is carried out without one of the appropriate safeguards being provided. Where data is transferred to manufacturers abroad for whom the Company acts as a representative or distributor, the purpose of the transfer, the data categories, the recipient group and the transfer mechanism used are specified for the relevant process.
ARTICLE 7: RETENTION OF PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data is retained for the period required by the purposes of processing, taking into account the retention periods prescribed by the applicable legislation.
Upon expiry of the retention period or when the reasons requiring the processing of the data cease to exist, personal data is deleted, destroyed or anonymized in accordance with the legislation in force.
ARTICLE 8: SECURITY OF PERSONAL DATA
Somplast takes care to implement technical and administrative measures appropriate to the nature of the data processed in order to prevent unlawful processing of and access to personal data and to ensure its protection.
ARTICLE 9: RIGHTS OF THE DATA SUBJECT
Under Article 11 of KVKK, data subjects have the right to:
• learn whether their personal data is being processed,
• request information regarding the processing of their personal data, if it has been processed,
• learn the purpose of processing their personal data and whether it is used in accordance with that purpose,
• know the third parties to whom their personal data is transferred domestically or abroad,
• request the rectification of their personal data if it has been processed incompletely or inaccurately,
• request the deletion or destruction of their personal data under the conditions stipulated in KVKK,
• request that third parties to whom their personal data has been transferred be notified of rectification, deletion or destruction operations,
• object to a result arising to their detriment through the analysis of their processed data exclusively by automated systems,
• request compensation for damages suffered due to the unlawful processing of their personal data.
ARTICLE 10: APPLICATION
You may submit your requests regarding your rights under KVKK to Somplast in accordance with the procedures and principles specified in the legislation in force.
Application Address: Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4 Kasımpaşa/ Beyoğlu Istanbul – Türkiye
Email: info@somfood.com.tr
Registered Electronic Mail (KEP): somteks@hs01.kep.tr
Applications are concluded as soon as possible, depending on the nature of the request, and in all cases within the maximum period prescribed by legislation. Where an application is submitted by email, the methods suitable for identity verification set out in the Communiqué on the Procedures and Principles of Application to the Data Controller shall apply.
ARTICLE 11: OTHER POLICIES
The general principles regarding the protection of personal data are explained in the KVKK and Personal Data Protection Policy.
Detailed information about cookies and similar technologies used on the Website is available in the Cookie Policy.
For data processing activities requiring explicit consent, data subjects are also provided with an Explicit Consent Form.
Somplast reserves the right to provide data subjects with additional necessary information depending on the nature of its data processing activities.
Privacy Notice
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand. As Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. ("Somplast" or the "Company"), we attach importance to the protection of personal data under the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK").
This Privacy Notice has been prepared to inform natural persons whose personal data is processed by Somplast about the scope within which their personal data is processed.
ARTICLE 1: DATA CONTROLLER
Your personal data may be processed by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret Sanayi Limited Şirketi, acting as the data controller under KVKK No. 6698, within the scope explained below. The term data controller refers to a natural or legal person who determines the purposes and means of processing personal data and is responsible for establishing and managing the data filing system. You may contact the data controller through the following channels:
Address : Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4 Kasımpaşa/ Beyoğlu Istanbul – Türkiye
Telephone : 0 212 251 30 54
Email : info@somfood.com.tr
Website : www.somfood.com.tr
ARTICLE 2: PERSONAL DATA PROCESSED
Depending on the nature of your relationship with Somplast and the transaction you carry out, the following categories of personal data may be processed:
• First and last name,
• Telephone number,
• Email address,
• Company of employment and position/title information,
• Request, quotation and communication information,
• Order and sales information,
• Technical service and after-sales service records,
• Invoice and financial transaction information,
• Website usage and transaction security information,
• Information you provide through the contact form,
• Information that may be required for legal proceedings and under applicable legislation.
Somplast does not request or process special categories of personal data unless necessary for carrying out its activities.
ARTICLE 3: PURPOSE OF PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA
We process personal data for the following purposes:
Your personal data may be processed for the purposes of:
• receiving and evaluating product and service requests,
• preparing and sending quotations,
• carrying out sales and after-sales services,
• carrying out technical service processes,
• managing communication processes with customers and business partners,
• carrying out order and delivery processes,
• carrying out contractual processes,
• performing finance, accounting and invoicing operations,
• evaluating requests and complaints,
• carrying out information security processes,
• ensuring the secure and effective operation of the website,
• carrying out company activities and business processes,
• fulfilling requests from authorized public institutions and organizations,
• fulfilling legal obligations.
ARTICLE 4: LEGAL GROUNDS FOR PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data is processed on the legal ground appropriate to the nature of the processing activity, among the conditions for processing personal data specified in Article 5 of KVKK.
Within this scope, personal data may be processed on the following legal grounds:
• processing is expressly provided for by law,
• processing is directly related to the establishment or performance of a contract,
• processing is necessary for the data controller to fulfill its legal obligations,
• the data has been made public by the data subject,
• processing is necessary for the establishment, exercise or protection of a right,
• processing is necessary for the legitimate interests of the data controller, provided that it does not prejudice the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject,
• the data subject has given explicit consent where necessary.
The legal ground applicable to each personal data processing activity is determined according to the nature of the activity. In particular, quotation and contractual processes may be assessed under Article 5/2-c of KVKK; statutory record-keeping, invoicing and obligations arising from legislation under Article 5/2-a and/or ç; the establishment, exercise or protection of legal claims under Article 5/2-e; and information security and reasonable commercial processes under Article 5/2-f, provided that they do not prejudice the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject. Explicit consent is used only for activities where no other processing conditions apply and where it is legally required.
ARTICLE 5: METHODS OF COLLECTING PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data may be collected by automated or non-automated means through:
• the Somfood website,
• contact and request forms,
• email,
• telephone,
• face-to-face meetings,
• quotation and order processes,
• contracts and other commercial documents,
• technical service processes,
• trade fairs, events and organized activities,
• business partners and authorized persons.
ARTICLE 6: TRANSFER OF PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data may be transferred to the following parties, in compliance with the applicable legislation and limited to the purpose of processing:
• authorized public institutions and organizations,
• legal, financial and technical advisors,
• suppliers and business partners from whom services are obtained,
• shipping and logistics service providers,
• information technology and infrastructure service providers,
• manufacturers for whom the Company acts as a representative or distributor, for the purpose of carrying out the relevant business and service processes.
Where personal data is transferred abroad, the current transfer conditions under Article 9 of KVKK apply. In the absence of an adequacy decision, no regular or systematic transfer abroad is carried out without one of the appropriate safeguards being provided. Where data is transferred to manufacturers abroad for whom the Company acts as a representative or distributor, the purpose of the transfer, the data categories, the recipient group and the transfer mechanism used are specified for the relevant process.
ARTICLE 7: RETENTION OF PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data is retained for the period required by the purposes of processing, taking into account the retention periods prescribed by the applicable legislation.
Upon expiry of the retention period or when the reasons requiring the processing of the data cease to exist, personal data is deleted, destroyed or anonymized in accordance with the legislation in force.
ARTICLE 8: SECURITY OF PERSONAL DATA
Somplast takes care to implement technical and administrative measures appropriate to the nature of the data processed in order to prevent unlawful processing of and access to personal data and to ensure its protection.
ARTICLE 9: RIGHTS OF THE DATA SUBJECT
Under Article 11 of KVKK, data subjects have the right to:
• learn whether their personal data is being processed,
• request information regarding the processing of their personal data, if it has been processed,
• learn the purpose of processing their personal data and whether it is used in accordance with that purpose,
• know the third parties to whom their personal data is transferred domestically or abroad,
• request the rectification of their personal data if it has been processed incompletely or inaccurately,
• request the deletion or destruction of their personal data under the conditions stipulated in KVKK,
• request that third parties to whom their personal data has been transferred be notified of rectification, deletion or destruction operations,
• object to a result arising to their detriment through the analysis of their processed data exclusively by automated systems,
• request compensation for damages suffered due to the unlawful processing of their personal data.
ARTICLE 10: APPLICATION
You may submit your requests regarding your rights under KVKK to Somplast in accordance with the procedures and principles specified in the legislation in force.
Application Address: Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4 Kasımpaşa/ Beyoğlu Istanbul – Türkiye
Email: info@somfood.com.tr
Registered Electronic Mail (KEP): somteks@hs01.kep.tr
Applications are concluded as soon as possible, depending on the nature of the request, and in all cases within the maximum period prescribed by legislation. Where an application is submitted by email, the methods suitable for identity verification set out in the Communiqué on the Procedures and Principles of Application to the Data Controller shall apply.
ARTICLE 11: OTHER POLICIES
The general principles regarding the protection of personal data are explained in the KVKK and Personal Data Protection Policy.
Detailed information about cookies and similar technologies used on the Website is available in the Cookie Policy.
For data processing activities requiring explicit consent, data subjects are also provided with an Explicit Consent Form.
Somplast reserves the right to provide data subjects with additional necessary information depending on the nature of its data processing activities.
Explicit Consent Form
SOMPLAST PLASTİK DIŞ TİCARET VE SANAYİ LİMİTED ŞİRKETİ
Explicit Consent Form
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
Where your explicit consent is required for the processing of your personal data under the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK"), your explicit consent is obtained in accordance with the explanations below.
1. Data Controller
Your personal data is processed by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., acting as the data controller under KVKK.
Trade Name: Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti.
Address: Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4 Kasımpaşa/ Beyoğlu Istanbul – Türkiye
Email: info@somfood.com.tr
Registered Electronic Mail (KEP): somteks@hs01.kep.tr
2. Subject of Explicit Consent
Your explicit consent is obtained only for personal data processing activities that require explicit consent under KVKK and in a manner appropriate to the nature of the relevant activity.
Detailed information about the purposes, scope and legal grounds for processing your personal data is provided in the Privacy Notice on the Protection of Personal Data.
The Privacy Notice is intended to inform you about the processing of your personal data and does not, by itself, constitute explicit consent.
3. Where Explicit Consent Is Given
For data processing activities requiring your explicit consent, you may, through the relevant option presented to you, authorize the processing of your personal data;
• for the specified purpose,
• within the specified scope,
• for the specified period and under the specified conditions.
Explicit consent shall be consent that relates to a specific matter, is based on information and is freely given.
4. Permission for Commercial Electronic Communications and Marketing
The necessary permissions for Somplast to send you marketing communications concerning products, services, campaigns, announcements and similar matters will be obtained separately in accordance with the applicable legislation.
Consent to receive commercial electronic communications is obtained separately from explicit consent to the processing of personal data and in accordance with the Law No. 6563 on the Regulation of Electronic Commerce and the relevant secondary legislation. Withholding consent to receive commercial electronic communications does not prevent access to products and services that are not subject to explicit consent.
I agree to receive commercial communications concerning products, services, campaigns, announcements and similar matters from Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. via SMS, email, telephone and other electronic communication channels.
Consent to receive commercial electronic communications is independent of the declaration of explicit consent under KVKK; the necessary consent and opt-out procedures are carried out separately under the legislation in force governing commercial electronic communications.
5. Withdrawal of Consent
I understand that I may withdraw my explicit consent at any time, with effect for the future.
The withdrawal of explicit consent does not affect the lawfulness of data processing activities carried out on the basis of that consent before the date of withdrawal.
Requests to withdraw explicit consent may be submitted to the Company using the methods specified in Somplast's Privacy Notice and data subject application channels.
6. Privacy Notice
Detailed information about the processing of personal data, including data categories, purposes of processing, legal grounds, transfers and data subject rights, is provided in the separate Privacy Notice. Fulfillment of the obligation to inform is not conditional upon giving explicit consent, and this section does not constitute any declaration of approval or acceptance.
7. Declaration of Explicit Consent
Having been informed about the subject, purpose and scope, I freely make my choice regarding the personal data processing activity expressly specified below that requires explicit consent.
Processing activity subject to explicit consent / data category / purpose: ______________________
☐ I give my explicit consent. ☐ I do not give my explicit consent.
Full Name: ______________________
Date: ______________________
Explicit Consent Form
SOMFOOD is a brand operating within Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. This text/policy is implemented by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. with respect to activities carried out under the SOMFOOD brand.
Where your explicit consent is required for the processing of your personal data under the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK"), your explicit consent is obtained in accordance with the explanations below.
1. Data Controller
Your personal data is processed by Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti., acting as the data controller under KVKK.
Trade Name: Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti.
Address: Küçük Piyale Mahallesi Ağaç Köprü Sokak Kastel İş Merkezi B Blok No:26 Kat:4 Kasımpaşa/ Beyoğlu Istanbul – Türkiye
Email: info@somfood.com.tr
Registered Electronic Mail (KEP): somteks@hs01.kep.tr
2. Subject of Explicit Consent
Your explicit consent is obtained only for personal data processing activities that require explicit consent under KVKK and in a manner appropriate to the nature of the relevant activity.
Detailed information about the purposes, scope and legal grounds for processing your personal data is provided in the Privacy Notice on the Protection of Personal Data.
The Privacy Notice is intended to inform you about the processing of your personal data and does not, by itself, constitute explicit consent.
3. Where Explicit Consent Is Given
For data processing activities requiring your explicit consent, you may, through the relevant option presented to you, authorize the processing of your personal data;
• for the specified purpose,
• within the specified scope,
• for the specified period and under the specified conditions.
Explicit consent shall be consent that relates to a specific matter, is based on information and is freely given.
4. Permission for Commercial Electronic Communications and Marketing
The necessary permissions for Somplast to send you marketing communications concerning products, services, campaigns, announcements and similar matters will be obtained separately in accordance with the applicable legislation.
Consent to receive commercial electronic communications is obtained separately from explicit consent to the processing of personal data and in accordance with the Law No. 6563 on the Regulation of Electronic Commerce and the relevant secondary legislation. Withholding consent to receive commercial electronic communications does not prevent access to products and services that are not subject to explicit consent.
I agree to receive commercial communications concerning products, services, campaigns, announcements and similar matters from Somplast Plastik Dış Ticaret ve Sanayi Ltd. Şti. via SMS, email, telephone and other electronic communication channels.
Consent to receive commercial electronic communications is independent of the declaration of explicit consent under KVKK; the necessary consent and opt-out procedures are carried out separately under the legislation in force governing commercial electronic communications.
5. Withdrawal of Consent
I understand that I may withdraw my explicit consent at any time, with effect for the future.
The withdrawal of explicit consent does not affect the lawfulness of data processing activities carried out on the basis of that consent before the date of withdrawal.
Requests to withdraw explicit consent may be submitted to the Company using the methods specified in Somplast's Privacy Notice and data subject application channels.
6. Privacy Notice
Detailed information about the processing of personal data, including data categories, purposes of processing, legal grounds, transfers and data subject rights, is provided in the separate Privacy Notice. Fulfillment of the obligation to inform is not conditional upon giving explicit consent, and this section does not constitute any declaration of approval or acceptance.
7. Declaration of Explicit Consent
Having been informed about the subject, purpose and scope, I freely make my choice regarding the personal data processing activity expressly specified below that requires explicit consent.
Processing activity subject to explicit consent / data category / purpose: ______________________
☐ I give my explicit consent. ☐ I do not give my explicit consent.
Full Name: ______________________
Date: ______________________
