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Business Affairs
The Business Affairs Group of CTFAS plays a pivotal role in supporting the growth of the cosmetics industry, with a strong focus on helping SMEs scale their businesses. The group is dedicated to providing valuable market insights, in-depth economic analysis, and strategic guidance to ensure businesses stay competitive. By facilitating industry collaboration, the group organizes networking events that connect local and international players, creating essential business opportunities for members. These efforts contribute to fostering a more dynamic, robust industry, enabling SMEs to thrive in a rapidly evolving market and enhancing the overall growth and sustainability of the sector.
Communication & Public Affairs
The Communications and Public Affairs Group plays a vital role in managing the association’s public image and communication strategies. This group handles public relations, advocacy efforts, and stakeholder engagement to build and maintain strong relationships. It ensures clear and effective internal communication among members and is responsible for crisis management, swiftly addressing challenges that may impact the industry. Additionally, the group develops educational and promotional campaigns to inform and educate the public about the industry’s values, advancements, and benefits. This proactive approach is essential for enhancing the reputation of the industry and fostering trust and transparency with all stakeholders.
Product Integrity
The Product Integrity Group plays a crucial role in upholding the integrity and reliability of industry products, ensuring they align with top-tier product technology, safety, and quality standards. This group supports the scientific credibility and social relevance of CTFAS by fostering innovation and creativity across the sector. Acting as a comprehensive industry enabler, the group meets the needs of the Singapore and ASEAN community through technical excellence. Moreover, it provides specialized support to SMEs, enhancing their product development and safety capabilities. By maintaining stringent standards, the group ensures that products remain safe, trustworthy, and socially beneficial, reinforcing consumer confidence.
Regulatory and International Affairs
The Regulatory and International Affairs Group is essential for helping members navigate local and global standards, advocating for the industry in international forums, and building strategic partnerships. This group ensures members are kept up-to-date on regulatory changes and emerging trends, supporting their ability to succeed in an evolving global market.
Through comprehensive regulatory monitoring and advocacy, it covers aspects across cosmetic products, including chemicals and packaging, whether imported or locally produced. By fostering collaboration between regulators and industry stakeholders, it reinforces its role through partnerships with Singapore authorities like HSA and NEA, providing insights, feedback on policy drafts, and timely regulatory intelligence updates.