Indian society of cosmetic chemists (ISCC), Nagpur

Indian Society of Cosmetic Chemists is a non-profit organization established in 2002 under the affiliation of International Federation of Society of Cosmetic chemists. ISCC was founded with a view to promote research and knowledge of the Cosmetic Sci promote research and knowledge of the Cosmetic Sciences and Personal Care in India. ISCC members are drawn from academics, R&D, consultancy, publications, manufacturers, and packaging & raw materials suppliers across India. The Society organizes regular seminars, supports international scientific events, and publishes a newsletter -- the ISCC Update. ISCC was awarded the prestigious Lester Concord Education Prize (2009) instituted by the IFSCC. ISCC is actively helping in fostering the exchange and disposal of knowledge and information in relevant fields among Professionals and, also furnishing advice to government, law makers and important agencies related to the field. The association has a membership base of about 300 with its head office in Mumbai and Zonal Office in Nagpur New Delhi & Bangalore. ISCC is working with several national and international organization with similar goals. ISCC is working towards promoting the research activities in the field of cosmetics by arranging Annual Conferences PICASA for the students and professionals. The association conducts workshops and training programme in different areas of cosmetics with the aim of providing latest technologies to its member with the aim of increasing their professional competence. The key objectives of the society include 1)To promote the cause of science & technology in the development of the Cosmetics & Toiletries industry, including producers of related raw materials such as oleo chemicals, surfactants, silicones, waxes, fragrances and allied products. 2)To encourage research, development and training in the above areas. 3)To encourage technology development of upstream equipment and machinery that can impact the chemical and formulation processes involved in the manufacture of Cosmetics. 4)To guide and assist in the formulation of standards, specifications and laws pertaining to raw materials and finished products. 5)To promote the competence and integrity of those engaged in these fields of activity and to raise their professional status. 6)To foster the exchange and disposal of knowledge and information in relevant fields among professionals and the public, and to furnish advice to Government, law makers and important agencies on matters concerning the ISCC's fields of activity. 7)To print publish and circulate journals, periodicals, books, papers, reports and other technical and/or economic literature related to the ISCC's fields of activity. 8)To establish, maintain and/or support Libraries, archives, Research and Testing Laboratories and Training Centres. 9)To foster an active liaison with national as well as international organization having objects and activities similar to those of the ISCC. ...view more