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Future-focused fragrance
Sustainability and innovation are central to how the fragrance sector is adapting to global challenges. From improving environmental performance to exploring alternative ingredients and reducing reliance on animal testing, the industry is investing in science and technology to shape a more responsible future. IFRA supports these efforts through frameworks, partnerships and tools that promote safe, sustainable, and forward-looking approaches to fragrance creation and use.
Driving progress in fragrance sustainability
The IFRA-IOFI Sustainability Charter
The IFRA-IOFI Sustainability Charter is the industry’s shared commitment to continuous improvement across five focus areas, including environmental impact, employee wellbeing, and governance. It serves as a practical guide for fragrance and flavour companies working toward common sustainability goals.
Tools for safe innovation
Sustainability is not just about ingredients — it’s also about how materials are assessed, managed and communicated. IFRA promotes the use of tools like Safe & Sustainable by Design, New Alternative Methodologies, and the Green Chemistry Compass to support responsible product development and avoid regrettable substitution.
Collaboration and transparency
Progress depends on shared responsibility. IFRA works with member companies, regulators, scientists and other stakeholders to strengthen industry standards, encourage data sharing and support greater transparency. These efforts help align innovation with long-term sustainability goals.
16 October 2026
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Brazil opens familiarization period for SisGen 3.0
Brazil began a 60-day user familiarization period for SisGen 3.0 on 1 October 2026. The updated software for the country’s genetic heritage and associated traditional knowledge management system was approved through Genetic Heritage Management Council (CGen) Resolution No. 53, published on 28 September 2026.
08 October 2026
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IFRA joins the 15th IFRA UK Fragrance Forum in London
IFRA joined scientists, perfumers and industry experts at the Royal Institution in London for the 15th IFRA UK Fragrance Forum, which explored our sense of smell in an increasingly digital world. IFRA President Alexander Mohr opened the afternoon session.
07 October 2026
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IFRA discusses responsible fragrance at Beautyworld Dubai
Alexander Mohr, President of IFRA, joined the Next in Fragrance Conference at Beautyworld Dubai for a panel on regulations, ethics and the planet, alongside Ajmal Group and the Oud Grading Institute.