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Trilogue concludes two years of debate on Detergents Regulation revision.

Scent connections: Advancing standards and collaboration across cultures

The IFRA-IOFI GHS Labelling Manual was officially published on 9 January 2025, representing an important step in providing industry-specific guidance for the application of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals to fragrance and flavour materials.

IFRA Global Fragrance Summit 2025 – Scent Connections: early program highlights

This was a webinar for IFRA and Cosmetics Europe members on 26 March.

Geneva, 27 January 2025 – The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has today launched its Annual Report 2024 in video format, showcasing significant achievements in sustainability, scientific innovation, and safety standards across the global fragrance industry. The video report is now available at www​.ifraannualreport​.com and provides an engaging overview of IFRA’s efforts and milestones from the past year.

Geneva, 28 March 2024 – The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) is pleased to announce the commencement of its 2024 Volume of Use (VoU) survey. The VoU survey is a crucial initiative conducted around every four years to compile comprehensive data on the volumes of fragrance ingredients utilized in the production of fragrance mixtures. The survey underscores IFRA’s unwavering commitment to promoting safety, transparency, and sustainability within the global fragrance industry.

Advancing fragrance Standards, sustainability, and global engagement.

Brussels/​Geneva, 27 May 2024 – With the 2024 European Union elections ahead, the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has published a series of policy recommendations. Through its five policy recommendations, IFRA reaffirms its commitment to advancing safe, sustainable, and innovative fragrance practices and offers concrete suggestions to help incoming EU policy makers shift towards a more competitive, resilient European Union.

Brussels, 23 April 2024 – Cosmetics Europe and the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) today welcomed the European Parliament vote on the revision of the Regulation on the Classification, Labelling and Packing of chemicals (CLP). The vote confirms the text agreed between the co-legislators and will help support the future of the natural ingredients used in cosmetics and fragrances.

Geneva, 22 April 2024 – The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) today announced the release of its 2023 Annual Report, detailing a year of progress and strategic initiatives across the global fragrance industry. The report – which is available online as a series of videos and as a print version – highlights the success of IFRA’s work, with a strong focus on sustainability, global cooperation, and sector-leading advocacy.