Welcome to Chemical Industries Council of Malaysia

The Chemical Industries Council of Malaysia or also known as CICM, was established and incorporated in 1982, as a company limited by guarantee. CICM origins back as an industry group under the aegies of the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM).

Currently, CICM is the umbrella body representing the various sub-sector chemical groups (ranging from oleochemicals, paints, fertilizers, petrochemicals, agriculture chemicals, industrial gases, coating resins and biodiesel sectors), following a restructuring exercise in year 2001 to establish a stronger and better representation of the Malaysian chemical industry.

Guiding Principles

Guiding Principles

These statements of philosophy of Responsible Care outline each Responsible Care signatory's commitment to environmental, health and safety responsibility in managing chemicals. Responsible Care signatories pledge to manage their businesses according to these principles:

  • To recognise and respond to community concerns about chemicals and our operations
  • To develop and produce chemicals that can be manufactured, transported, used and disposed of safely
  • To make health, safety and environmental considerations a priority in our planning for all existing and new products and processes
  • To report promptly to officials, employees, customers and the public, information on chemical related health or environmental hazards and to recommend protective measures
  • To counsel customers on the safe use, transportation and disposal of chemical products
  • To operate our plants and facilities in a manner that protects the environment and the health and safety of our employees and the public
  • To extend knowledge by conducting or supporting research on the health, safety and environmental effects of our products, processes and waste materials
  • To work with others to resolve problems created by past handling and disposal of hazardous substances
  • To participate with Government and others in creating responsible laws, regulations and standards to safeguard the community, workplace and environment
  • To promote the principles and practices of Responsible Care by sharing experiences and offering assistance to others who produce, handle, use, transport or dispose of chemicals



Join Us

Chemical companies are invited and encouraged to sign up as a Responsible Care signatory. As a signatory:

  • Your company is participating in a globally recognized safety, health and environment programme / initiative 
  • Through CICM, your company is able to voice industry concerns to the Government, for example; on safety, health and environment legislation / policies
  • CICM hold regular dialogues with the relevant Government agencies and being a signatory, you have access to Government enforcement agencies
  • Your company also have access to other members to share best practices through networking activities e.g. the regional zone committee meetings, seminars and briefing sessions, etc. In addition, your company has access to the resources and experiences of MNCs to guide in the implementation of safety, health and environment practices

To join as a Responsible Care signatory, please complete the Responsible Care's Scope and Commitment Package document and send back the original signed copy to the CICM Secretariat's office.

Safe Road Award

Safe Road Award 2022

Safe Road Award 2022

INTRODUCTION

The Safe Road Award aims to recognize chemical transporters with good safety governance and compliance to legislative requirements and it complements the objectives of Responsible Care®. This year marks the sixth Award organized by CICM and it is sponsored by WWRC Malaysia Sdn Bhd and Sea Hawk Global Lines Sdn Bhd.

APPLICATION

CICM members and Responsible Care signatories or their transporters wishing to be considered for the CICM Safe Road Award 2022 can apply for participation by completing and submitting the application form, Safe Road Award 2022 checklist, other relevant supporting documents and payment of the participation fee.

The above-mentioned documents, as well as the terms and conditions of participation can be downloaded from the links below:

1) General Invitation Circular
2) General Information and Terms & Conditions
3) Application Form 
4) Safe Road Award 2022 Checklist

CLOSING DATE

The application form and the Safe Road Award 2022 checklist, as well as all relevant implementation supporting documents must reach the CICM Secretariat not later than January 13, 2023 (Friday). Early submission is encouraged.


ENQUIRIES

For further enquiries, please contact Ms Chan Pek Wan / Ms Tan Bee Chin of the CICM Secretariat at Tel: 03-6286 7200 / Fax: 03-6277 6714 / Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

 

Responsible Care Awards


CICM Responsible Care Awards 2026



INTRODUCTION

One of the flagship activities of Responsible Care initiative in Malaysia is the CICM Responsible Care Awards. The objectives of the Awards are to promote greater awareness of the Responsible Care Programme and its principles and to give recognition to those organizations that have made most progress in implementing the Responsible Care's Codes of Management Practices in Malaysia. This will be the 17th Responsible Care organized by CICM.

APPLICATION

Corporate Awards for the Codes of Management Practices & Special Award for the SMEs
Responsible Care signatories or SME chemical companies wishing to be considered for the CICM Responsible Care Awards 2026 can apply for participation by completing and submitting the Application Form, Responsible Care Assessment Checklist (including the Responsible Care Indicators of Performance Form), as well as relevant supporting documents.

The above-mentioned documents as well as the terms and condition of participation can be downloaded as below:

1) General Invitation Circular
2) General Information and Terms & Condition of Participation

Corporate Category:
3) Application Form
4) Responsible Care Assessment Checklist
5) Indicators of Performance Form & Guidance

SME Category:
6) Application Form
7) Responsible Care Assessment Checklist for SMEs

CICM Responsible Care Leadership Award 2026
CICM invites nominations from individuals or signatories' employees that has attained achievements and contributed enormously to the advancement of Responsible Care beyond its own organisation. 

8) Nomination Form

CLOSING DATE

Corporate Awards for the Codes of Management Practices & Special Award for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
The Application Form and the Responsible Care Assessment Checklist, as well as all relevant implementation supporting documents must reach the CICM Secretariat not later by May 15, 2026 (Friday). Early submission is encouraged.

CICM Responsible Care Leadership Award 2026
For nominations to the CICM Responsible Care Leadership Award 2026, the Nomination Form must be accompanied with a brief CV of the candidate, as well as a write-up of the candidate’s contribution and achievements on the promotion of Responsible Care. The nominations for this Award should reach the CICM Secretariat by May 15, 2026 (Friday). Early submission is encouraged.

ENQUIRIES

For further enquiries, please contact Ms Chan Pek Wan / Ms Tan Bee Chin of the CICM Secretariat at Tel: 03-6286 7200 / Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

 

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Chemical Industries Council of Malaysia (CICM)
Reg. No. 198201002953 (82699-T)
Wisma FMM,
No. 3, Persiaran Dagang, PJU 9, Bandar Sri Damansara, 52200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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