IFRA Releases 2024 Volume of Use Survey

The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has begun its 2024 Volume of Use (VoU) survey. 

 

Launched on March 27, 2024 and scheduled to run until end of September, the survey aims to gather data on ingredient volumes used in the calendar year 2023, emphasizing IFRA's proactive stance on safety and regulatory compliance. Participation in the survey is essential, as it enables the creation of a detailed database that supports the fragrance industry's efforts to ensure the safe use of fragrances.

 

“Through the Volume of Use Survey, we aim to continue to build our industry's reputation for safety, sustainability, and transparency,” said Matthias Vey, vice president for scientific sffairs at IFRA. “The contribution from fragrance houses and producers of fragrance mixtures in this survey is vital to maintaining the highest standards of consumer safety and environmental care.”

 

The VoU survey is conducted 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 commitment to promoting safety, transparency, and sustainability within the global fragrance industry.

 

Officials say the survey is “instrumental” in achieving several key goals pivotal to the industry's operations and future development. 

 

Among them is creating the IFRA Transparency List. The list is an overview of the ingredients used to create fragrance mixtures employed by consumer goods companies in personal care products, home care products and fine fragrance worldwide. It represents a “snapshot” of all the ingredients used by fragrance companies around the world in the creation of fragrance mixtures.

 

Another goal is informing the RIFM Safety Assessment process; odorous materials observed to be in use are subjected to a rigorous safety evaluation by the organization.

 

Next, supporting environmental risk assessments is also key. The collected data aids in assessing the environmental impact of fragrance ingredients, contributing to the industry's environmental stewardship goals. Navigating regulatory challenges is another goal. Comprehensive insights into the usage volumes of ingredients enable IFRA to effectively address regulatory developments and advocate on behalf of the fragrance industry around the world.

 

IFRA is encouraging industry participants to contribute to the collective effort to advance the fragrance industry's commitment to excellence and responsibility.

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