International Chemical Associates is a group of about 25 chemical trading companies throughout the world who work together to foster trade between each other and who share common principles and objectives. International Chemical Associates is comprised of successful traders in the areas of pharmaceuticals, industrial chemicals, food ingredients and other specialities.

Generally there is only one member of International Chemical Associates for each country except where two businesses are mutually exclusive in the same country. All members are of good financial standing and are responsible business operators.

An annual conference and regular meetings between individual members lead to effective global marketing of products and services. Total sales reached US$10 million in 2001, covering every sector of the chemical industry. Sales for 2003 are projected to be over US$30 million, much of this coming from new members and continued business development.

As well as sourcing directly from one another, International Chemical Associates combine marketing resources to enhance business opportunity, establish new enterprises, and share vital information to the group's benefit. Participation in ICA is an integral strength of each member's business. It offers access to an international network of knowledge, which complements local identity and expertise.