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U N I T E D K I N G D O M
The Benefits of Membership
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IFRA UK – Making sense
of scents
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Welcome to IFRA United Kingdom
IFRA UK was originally constituted as the ‘British Aromatic
Compound Manufacturers’ Association’ in the 1940s,
to help tackle common problems of quality and supply.
Today IFRA UK tackles different challenges in order to aid
members and, whilst our remit is much broader, the goals
remain the same.
The most recent estimates of the size of this very special
industry show that sales of unique fragrance blends in Europe alone were worth €1.7 billion
and that contributions to goods and services worth over €57 billion of retail sales were
dependent on the distinctive part played by fragrance technologies.
Working in the fragrance industry engenders a passion for the power of perfume that
few want to leave. Our members provide the invisible but vital ingredient that makes
the difference to fragranced products of all kinds. Our industry is a responsible one and
consumer safety is our priority. That is why we work hard to ensure our members are
able to understand and comply with the relevant legislation. Much of what IFRA does is
published and available for all to see, but only members receive IFRA’s global view on
interpretation of the advice. The key is not so much transparency but clarity.
As a member you would receive advance notification of changes to the guidelines.
Customers prefer to do business with IFRA UK members as it provides reassurance that
compliance will be taken care of. It’s shorthand for good governance and safety.
IFRA UK is the leading Trade Association representing the collective interests of the
Fragrance Industry in the UK. Shouldn’t you be part of it?
Lisa Hipgrave, Director, IFRA United Kingdom
IFRA UK – where clarity is key
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Why join IFRA UK?
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Serving our members
IFRA UK – promoting creativity and sound science
IFRA UK’s primary focus is the development and advancement of the sector by
maintaining and setting standards of excellence and encouraging members to adopt
best practice in the conduct of their business dealings. IFRA UK serves the interests
of its members by:
• interpreting regulations & contributing to debates on legislation;
• disseminating information and IFRA recommendations;
• advising on changes to the IFRA Code of Practice;
• offering technical advice to members;
• working with government bodies as well as relevant groups;
• staging events such as the annual Fragrance Forum;
• taking part in external events and exhibitions to promote our members;
• promoting and protecting the sector via the traditional and social media, dealing
with media crises so that you don’t have to;
• organising technical seminars and members’ information days;
• promoting education within the sector;
• publishing a newsletter, Fragrance Matters, twice a year.
As a member you would receive advance notification of changes to the guidelines,
information on such matters as Intellectual Property, Occupational Health & Safety,
REACH and allergens as well as the IFRA- IOFI Labelling Manual a unique guidance
for the hazardous classification and labelling of some 3000 flavour and fragrance
materials according to the UN GHS.
Members benefit from meetings that arise throughout the year. In addition, the IFRA UK
Technical Advisory Group (TAG) meets at least 4 times a year and comprises experts in
specific areas affecting fragrances, advising on policy and interpreting regulations.
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IFRA setting standards
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Code of PracticeIt is mandatory for all members to comply with the IFRA Code of Practice, a system
which ensures consistency and compliance amongst IFRA members across the world.
One of the most commonly cited advantages of the IFRA UK membership is the active
involvement that Members have in developing the IFRA guidelines.
Due to the global nature of the Fragrance Industry, IFRA UK believes it is important to
monitor worldwide legislation, ensuring that UK fragrance companies can comply and
compete.
IFRA UK subscribes to membership of the International Fragrance Association (IFRA)
and the Alliance of Chemical Associations (ACA), enabling our members to access
these directly or through IFRA UK.
IFRA UK – in every sense
Applying for membershipWho is eligible? IFRA UK is the trade association representing the collective interests of the fragrance
sector in the UK.
Our members include suppliers of aromatic materials, creators and manufacturers of
perfume compounds, as well as companies and individuals who provide all manner
of services and goods within the sector.
Membership Categories
There are three categories of membership
• Full Membership
Open to those companies engaged in the production or marketing of fragrance
compounds or fragrance ingredients.
• Associate Membership
Open to companies providing supporting services and meeting certain criteria.
• Consultant Membership
For individuals acting as consultants to relevant companies.
All applications must be approved by the Executive Committee of IFRA United Kingdom.
To download the membership application form and
view details of costs and categories, please visit
www.ifrauk.org
For membership inquiries, explanations of the criteria for each category of membership and details of current subscriptions, contact:
Julie YoungExecutive Secretary IFRA UK Tel/Fax: 01483 275411 Email: secretariat@ifrauk.org www.ifrauk.org
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