Science & Research
Scientific research on chemical ingredients is essential to ensuring safe and effective products. It is vital that the regulation of these products and their ingredients be based on robust scientific principles and data.
In addition to their investment in science and research at individual company level, A.I.S.E. members are involved in a wide range of research initiatives. Working in partnership with other sectors and European research platforms, the industry optimises the very latest science and expertise to ensure that its product offering is constantly evolving.
Investing in constant innovation, science, and research
SCIENTIFIC AND RESEARCH PARTNERSHIPS
ERASM is a joint research platform established by A.I.S.E. and CESIO (surfactants industry) that has carried out risk assessments on the impact of surfactants on the environment and human health for over 30 years. ERASM's Steering Committee is now analysing how its research can address areas targeted by the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability (CSS).
Current projects include, among others: biodegradability of surfactants under marine conditions; eye damage/irritation (in vitro approach); and a life cycle analysis for responsibly sourced palm oil. Once complete, research results are made widely available through scientific literature.
The European Partnership for Alternative Approaches to Animal Testing (EPAA) is a unique voluntary collaboration between the European Commission, European trade associations (including A.I.S.E.), and companies from eight different industry sectors. A.I.S.E. has been an EPAA partner since its establishment in 2005.
The vision of EPAA is the replacement, reduction and refinement (the "3Rs") of animal use to meet regulatory requirements through better and more predictive science. EPAA strives for scientific integrity, transparency and construction collaboration.
SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
Chemical ingredients are essential to safe and effective cleaning and hygiene products. It is therefore crucial that the requirements for such products and their ingredients are based on robust scientific principles and data. A.I.S.E. carries out scientific research with partners (academia, research institutes, etc.) to assess the potential impact of formulations on human health and the environment. Research results are made widely available through articles in academic or scientific journals.
DUCC – HELPING TO MAKE THE CHEMICALS STRATEGY FOR SUSTAINABILITY SUCCESSFUL
Downstream Users of Chemicals Co-ordination group Founded in 2001, DUCC is considered by the EU authorities as the trusted and unanimous voice of the downstream users of chemicals. The group is actively involved in the legislative process, contributing to the new European chemicals policy debate. Its key principles are to:
Keep safe use and science at the heart of all legislative decisions Enable innovation and competitiveness Align with global standards such as UN GHS Secure a smart transition to digitalisation of information.