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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.
26 February 2026
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IFRA hosts webinar on biodiversity legislation in Latin America
Fragrance value chain professionals gain practical guidance on Nagoya Protocol compliance and the emerging Cali Fund framework
25 February 2026
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IFRA joins MEP visit to member company
A visit to IFRA member company IFF’s Tilburg site highlighted how innovation, sustainability, and EU chemicals policy connect on the factory floor. The discussions focused on the practical impact of Omnibus VI on Europe’s fragrance industry and competitiveness.
12 February 2026
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IFRA at the third European Industry Summit: monitoring economic policy developments in a key global region
Today in Antwerp, IFRA attended the third European Industry Summit, where policymakers and industry representatives reviewed Europe’s industrial competitiveness and the implementation of the Antwerp Declaration.