The Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association furthers the business interests of its members through a sound scientific program designed to promote the safe use of flavors. Through effective representation of its members, FEMA fosters a global environment in which the flavor industry can create, innovate and compete.
Science
- Achieve and maintain a consistent, scientifically valid approach to safety evaluation of flavor ingredients.
- Continue to support the ongoing role of the FEMA Expert Panel for independent evaluation of the safety-in-use of flavor ingredients.
- Continue to support the ongoing role of the FEMA Expert Panel for independent evaluation of the safety-in-use of flavor ingredients.
- Assist FEMA members in having the safest workplace possible.
- Identify and address emerging issues.
Advocacy
- Serve as an effective advocate for FEMA members by representing industry interests before domestic and global legislative, regulatory and other bodies.
Communication
- Provide a forum to identify and implement solutions to industry problems.
- Communicate our performance in relation to critical objectives.
- Communicate the status of key ongoing programs.
- Communicate the benefits of FEMA membership.
- Regularly update members on Board activities.
- Assure prompt responses to member requests.
- Measure effectiveness of education, training, and communication.
Intellectual Property Protection
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Promote and encourage the protection of intellectual property of FEMA members by actively responding to regulatory developments and by educating members.