Who we are

Accord Australasia is the voice of the hygiene, cosmetic, personal care and specialty products industry across Australia.

Together, our members deliver products used in homes, workplaces, institutions and industries everyday — from cleaning, oral care and personal hygiene, to cosmetics, sunscreens, fragrances and specialty products.

We support and represent members spanning the breadth of Australia’s formulated products sector — from global brands to SMEs, from manufacturers and importers to raw material suppliers, contract manufacturers, labs and service providers.

Vision
To advance a strong and united industry delivering safe, effective and sustainable products that improve lives and protect our environment.

Mission
We champion our members by advocating for their interests, connecting them to knowledge and networks, and promoting a sustainable, competitive and trusted industry.

Purpose
Accord exists to represent and advance Australia’s hygiene, cosmetic, personal care and specialty products industry. We do this by:

  1. Advocating for responsible, science-based policy and regulation.
  2. Supporting members with insights, networks and services that strengthen their businesses.
  3. Championing the industry’s contribution to health, wellbeing, innovation and sustainability.

Our ultimate purpose is to help create a responsible, competitive and sustainable industry that delivers lasting benefits for Australians and the communities we serve.

Values

Our work is guided by principles that define how we operate and what we stand for:

  • Collaboration – we unite diverse voices across the industry and build consensus.
  • Inclusion– we represent all members, from multinationals to SMEs.
  • Solutions-focused – we strive for practical, positive outcomes for our members and the community.
  • Science & evidence-based – we ground our advocacy in robust data, research and best practice.
  • Responsible & ethical – we promote sustainability, fair competition and integrity in all industry practices.

Our Role

We unite the industry, build consensus, and provide a strong voice to regulators, government and the community. We advocate for policies that support innovation, sustainability and responsible business practices. We equip members with knowledge, connections and services that strengthen their businesses, while promoting the essential role our industry plays in safeguarding health, supporting wellbeing and enhancing everyday life.

NB: Accord is the business owner of, and may trade under, other business names, including: Australian Sunscreen Council and Australian Sunscreen Association. The australiansunscreencouncil.org website is unrelated to Accord and is being run by the Australian Sun Protection Institute, an association with 3 directors associated with Advanced ZincTek and one from Sun Zapper (ASIC records as at 25/11/2025).