Welcome to the Chemical and Allied Industries’ Association
Discover how the chemical value chain drives innovation, supports sustainable development, and delivers essential solutions that shape our everyday lives and future.
At the Chemical and Allied Industries’ Association (CAIA), we connect over 130 organisations across the value chain, championing sustainability, and responsible practices. As the trusted voice of South Africa’s chemical industry, CAIA empowers members with the knowledge and partnerships needed to navigate common challenges. By shaping policies that boost trade and protect the environment, the Association promotes the interests of a vibrant chemical sector in South Africa.
Driving Excellence Through Responsible Care®
As the custodian of Responsible Care® for the past thirty years, CAIA envisions a thriving and profitable chemical sector—one that drives innovation, supports the economy, and improves the quality of life for all. This vision is grounded in a commitment to achieving zero harm: zero injuries, zero process safety incidents, zero environmental impacts, and zero fatalities.
The Responsible Care® Initiative is more than a commitment—it’s a promise to uphold the highest standards of safety, health, and environmental (SHE) performance. As a voluntary programme, it empowers signatories to adopt its guiding principles, ensuring that every step of their operations reflects a dedication to sustainable practices and accountability.
Stronger Together for Zero Harm
Safety is an industry-wide commitment. Through Responsible Care®, CAIA champions the safe and efficient handling, transport, storage and use of chemicals throughout their lifecycle. Tailored tools, such as the Safety & Quality Assessment – AFRICA (SQAS-AFRICA) Management Systems, set benchmarks for safety, quality, and social responsibility.
Advocacy with Impact
For over 30 years, CAIA has been a trusted advocate for South Africa’s chemical value chain. Our evidence-based advocacy delivers real results, tackling issues that affect your bottom line and the sector’s greater contribution to South Africa’s economic growth.
We make your priorities heard – locally, regionally and internationally.
Sustainability that Matters
CAIA is leading the way towards a sustainable future for chemicals. Through initiatives like Responsible Care® and the alignment with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, CAIA ensures that environmental care and economic growth go hand in hand.