Introduction

Background

The Chemical Industries Council of Malaysia (CICM) was established in 1978 as an industry group under the aegis of the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM). The primary objective of the CICM then was to organise the chemical industry in Malaysia into a cohesive group to represent Malaysia's interest in the ASEAN Chemical Industries Council (ACIC).

As the industry grew, CICM's interest and activities also expanded and it was felt necessary for CICM to be established as a separate legal entity. Therefore on March 23, 1982, CICM was incorporated as a company limited by guarantee.

Today, the Council has more than 100 members comprising manufacturers, traders, distributors & companies providing services to the chemical industry. It has also established affiliation with the various sub-sector chemical groups in Malaysia since year 2001, with the view to establish a stronger and better representation of the Malaysian chemical and chemical related industry. These sub-sector chemical groups comprise of the oleochemicals, petrochemicals, paints, fertilizers, pesticides and coating resins sectors.


Activities

CICM's activities are centred on promoting the overall interests of the chemical industry in Malaysia, such as:

LIAISON WITH GOVERNMENT
CICM, being the channel of communication with the Government, maintains close working relations with the various Government departments and agencies to discuss and resolve issues and problems pertaining to the industry e.g. industrial policies, export promotion, monetary and fiscal policies, manpower training and safety, health and environmental issues.

TRADE AND BUSINESS CONTACTS
Trade and business enquiries received by the CICM through in-coming missions and the numerous private organisations in the country and overseas are directed to members

FORUM FOR MEMBERS
The CICM provides avenue for members to meet and discuss mutual issues and problems through its Working Committees and other activities that are held from time to time, such as dialogue session with members, seminars, briefing sessions, workshops, etc.

DRIVING CONTINUOUS HSE IMPROVEMENT THROUGH RESPONSIBLE CARE
The CICM is the Malaysian steward for the Responsible Care initiative of the global chemical industry. CICM launched Responsible Care programme in 1994. CICM is the focal point for Responsible Care, an initiative of the chemical industry and adopted by chemical companies to improve continuously environmental, health and safety performance of their operations and products in manner responsible to the concerns of the public.