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The EU has published a comprehensive Q&A on the CBAM

The EU published a Q&A text regarding the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) on 28 November 2023

7.12.2023

WEBINAR: "Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism 14 December 2023"

We will be pleased to invite all our stakeholders to our webinar, where the current status of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, one of the main policy initiatives of the European Green Deal, as well as its potential impacts on our chemical industry and the road map for our industry will be conveyed.

27.11.2023

AKDENİZ CHEMSON was deemed worthy of the Responsible Care 2023 Commendation Award.

AKDENİZ CHEMSON, a valuable member of the Turkish Chemical Manufacturers Association, was deemed worthy of praise in the Safe and Sustainable Operations category at the European Responsible Care® Awards 2023.

23.11.2023

World in 2024 - Geopolitical and Economic Outlook

A panel on the theme of World - Geopolitical and Economic Outlook in 2024 was held at the Policy Horizon Digital Event of the Chemical Convention held in Bratislava, Slovakia on October 5, 2023.

5.10.2023

Turkey's 500 Largest Industrial Enterprises 2022 Results has been announced.

Istanbul Chamber of Industry (ISO) announced the 2022 results of the "Turkey's 500 Largest Industrial Enterprises Research", which determines the league of giants of the industrial sector and has been conducted continuously since 1968.

2.10.2023

Medium Term Program 2024-2026 has been announced.

The Medium Term Program (2024-2026), in which the basic macroeconomic aggregates and policies are determined, was published in the Official Gazette dated 06 September 2023 and numbered 32301 (duplicate).

6.9.2023

CBAM Implementation Regulation has been published

The European Union aims to prevent carbon leakage in imports to its countries with the application developed within the scope of the carbon neutrality target.

18.8.2023

The European Responsible Care® Awards 2023

As European chemical industry embarks on the biggest transformation in its history, this year RC awards will recognise our industry’s efforts to go climate neutral, circular, digital and transition to safe and sustainable chemicals.

4.5.2023

EU CBAM, ETS & Social Climate Fund

The European Parliament adopted the regulations on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), Emissions Trading System (ETS) & Social Climate Fund on April 18th, 2023

24.4.2023

Türkiye's Updated Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs)

The Republic of Turkey submitted the updated Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) to the Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

18.4.2023

Guidance to Implementation of CBAM

The European Union has published a guidance document for the implementation of the Border Carbon Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).

Cefic Advocacy Trackers

The European Chemical Industry Council has published the document that includes the impact assessment of the laws, regulations and directives and the current latest situation published by the European Commission within the framework of the European Green Deal

3.4.2023

IPCC AR6 Synthesis Report

IPCC AR6 Synthesis Report Published on March 20, 2023

20.3.2023

EU Chemical Industry Facts And Figures 2023

2023 Edition Of The EU Chemical Industry Facts And Figures And Regional Landscape is published

23.2.2023

TKSD 19th Ordinary General Assembly Meeting

The 19th Ordinary General Assembly Meeting of our Association was held on Monday, February 20, 2023 at Istanbul Kozyatağı Hilton Hotel with the wide participation of our members.

20.2.2023

The EU Chemical Industry Transition Pathway

A Milestone Moment For The European Chemicals Industry: The EU Chemical Industry Transition Pathway Helps Define The Sector’s Path To 2050

27.1.2023

The RC Self-Assessment Web Tool has been opened for assessment for 2023

The Responsible Care Self-Assessment Web Tool has been launched for the 2023 cycle.

EU Court ruling on TiO2 C & L

On 23 November 2022, the EU General Court annulled the Commission 2019 CLP Delegated Act insofar as it concerns the harmonised classification and labelling of titanium dioxide (TiO2).

EU27 Chemical Trade Analysis with Türkiye

The trade analysis between EU27 and Türkiye prepared by Dr. Moncef Hadhri, Cefic Manager Economic Affairs, Industrial Policy and Competitiveness has been presented for your information

11.11.2022

Cefic Chemicals Monthly Report (CMR) 25 October 2022

Slide presentation and Summary Information of the "Cefic Chemical Industry Monthly Report (CMR)" for the quarter dated October 25, 2022 is presented for your information.

10.11.2022

Cefic Responsible Care Webtool Webinar

Explore the Latest Updates and Features of the Responsible Care Self-Assessment Webtool

Enery Crisis: The EU Chemical Industry is reaching Breaking Point

The current energy crisis has reached an unsustainable level for the European chemical industry.

20.10.2022

Cefic National Emergency Plan Tracker

The European Chemical Industry Council has published the document providing a detailed overview of the member states' national precautionary support and the National Emergency Plan.

29.9.2022

The Medium Term Program (2023-2025)

The Medium Term Program (MTP) covering the period of 2023-2025 was published in the Official Gazette dated 4 September 2022, in the repeated issue of 31943.

19.9.2022

State of the European Union 2022

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen gave her third State of the European Union address,

15.9.2022

Cefic Chemicals Monthly Report (CMR) 29 August 2022

Slide presentation and Summary Information of the "Cefic Chemical Industry Monthly Report (CMR)" for the quarter dated August 9, 2022 is presented for your information.

1.9.2022

Regulation on EU coordinated gas demand reduction measures

The European Council formally approved the Regulation on coordinated demand reduction measures for gas. Member States will now need to update their National Contingency plans by 31 October 2022 and explain what measures Governments have taken to reduce gas consumption by 15% from 1.08.22-31.03.23.

10.8.2022

2nd Draft - Transition Pathway for Chemicals

The 2nd Draft Roadmap for the Transition Process for Chemicals, which is planned to be published by the European Commission within the framework of the European Green Deal was shared with the European Chemical Industry Council Cefic.

Upcoming EU Chemical Legislation

Upcoming EU chemical Legislation Puts Europe's Fourth Largest Manufacturing Industry at a Crucial Crossroads

Cefic Advocacy Actions

The European Chemical Industry Council has published the document that includes the impact assessment and the current latest situation regarding the laws, regulations and directives published by the European Commission within the framework of the Cefic European Green Deal

European Green Deal Update - New Emissions Trading System

European Parliament adopted most of the Fit for 55 clauses including the Border Carbon Amendment on 22nd of June 2022

Responsible Care Global Charter Signatory Companies List

8 TKSD members are included in the list of signatory companies of the ICCA Responsible Care® Global Charter

Cefic Şubat Bülteni

Avrupa Kimya Endüstri Konseyi tarafından hazırlanan ve Avrupa Kimya Endüstrisinde Şubat ayında öne çıkan konuların yer aldığı bültene ulaşabilirsiniz.

Cefic Director General Marco Mensink Interview

Cefic Director General Marco Mensink gave an interview for Chemical Today on the changing outlook of the European Industry.

Cefic January Bulletin

You can reach the bulletin prepared by the European Chemical Industry Council, which includes the highlights of the European Chemical Industry in January.

REPEAT SESSION: Responsible Care Webtool first year evaluation

TURKCHEM TV Interview: Raw Materials Incentives in Turkey

TURKCHEM TV Interview of TKSD President Sn. Haluk Erceber

Our Painful Loss

It is with great sadness that we learned of the death of Rami ATIKOĞLU, a member of the Board of the Turkish Chemical Industrialists Association. May God have mercy on the deceased, we express our condolences to his family, fans and industrialists.

Responsible Care® Self-Assessment 2021 Cycle

The Responsible Care® Self-Assessment Cycle started on 1 December 2021. Deadline 30 November 2022

European Chemicals Industry Facts & Figures 2022

European Chemical Industry Council Cefic published European Chemicals Industry Facts & Figures 2022

Biocidal Products Regulation

Regulation Amending the Regulation on Biocidal Products

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Cefic Views on the Green Claims Directive

You can access The Cefic Position Paper on 'Cefic's Views on the Green Claims Directive' here.

29.3.2024

Cefic Launches New “Safe And Sustainable-By-Design Guidance” For Research & Innovation Within Chemical Companies

Cefic’s new publication offers detailed, actionable advice to integrate state-of-the-art Safe and Sustainable-by-Design principles across the entire innovation processes.

27.3.2024

Announcements from the Ministry of Commerce on the Net Zero Industry Law and the Right to Repair Directive

Announcements were made by the Ministry of Commerce on 6 February 2024 on the issues of "political agreement on the Net Zero Industry Law" and "temporary agreement on the EU Right to Repair Directive".

6.2.2024

Last Call for Net Zero: Seizing the Opportunity Behind the Challenge in Türkiye

Chasing short-term gains could cost Türkiye its climate goals—but with the right moves, the nation could turn green growth into a competitive edge.

22.12.2023

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechamism Nano Training

The Turkish version of the CBAM initial training prepared by the European Commission has been published.

21.11.2023

Responsible Care Global Charter

International Council of Chemical Societies (ICCA) Responsible Care® Global Charter: Regarding being included in the “Signatory Companies” list

12.10.2023

Regarding "Social Security Support Premium Employer Share Five Point Premium Discount"

A General Letter dated 22.09.2023 was published by the General Directorate of Insurance Premiums (SGK) of the Social Security Institution.

25.9.2023

The World Bank is opening TÜBİTAK calls within the scope of the Türkiye Green Industry Project

Within the scope of the World Bank Turkey Green Industry Project coordinated by the Ministry of Industry and Technology, product or process development activities of the private sector for green transformation will be supported by TÜBİTAK-TEYDEB.

29.8.2023

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Sectoral Webinars

European Commission organizes Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Sectoral Webinars

23.8.2023

Request for Consultation / Draft Climate Law Proposal

The "Draft Climate Law Proposal" has been opened for comment by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change.

17.8.2023

Activities for Turkey's 500 Largest Industrial Establishments in 2022 have started

Istanbul Chamber of Industry traditionally determines Turkey's First and Second 500 Largest Industrial Enterprises every year and presents them to the public.

14.8.2023

Request for Consultation Regarding the Legislative Initiative to Ban the Production and/or Export of Hazardous Chemicals.

We would like to inform you about the request for opinion sent to us from the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey regarding the legislative initiative initiated by the Commission to ban the production and/or export of some hazardous chemicals banned in the EU within the scope of the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability.

19.6.2023

Industrial Fires Explosions 2022 Report

"Industrial Fires and Explosions Report 2022" was published by TMMOB Chamber of Chemical Engineers Istanbul Branch in April.

1.6.2023

Cefic Statement On The Publication Of The European Commission’s Net-Zero Industry Act

European Chemical Industry Council presented its statement on the Publication Of The European Commission’s Net-Zero Industry Act

16.3.2023

The Journey Of Petrochemicals Explained: From Raw Materials To 95% Of All Manufactured Goods

Petrochemicals Europe, an industry group of Cefic, has recently updated its flowchart, illustrating the complex journey of petrochemicals from raw materials to everyday products.

16.3.2023

VIII. Istanbul Carbon Summit - May 2, 2023

The 8th Istanbul Carbon Summit event, which will be held on February 23, 2023, has been updated as May 2, 2023.

28.2.2023

The Recognition Of The Mass Balance Chain Of Custody Is Key To Accelerating Chemical Recycling And Meeting The EU’s Climate And Circularity Targets

10.1.2023

Current Trends in Paint Industry Packaging Webinar

The Paint Manufacturers Association (Bosad) is organizing a "Current Trends in Paint Industry Packaging Webinar" with the Rigid Plastic Packaging Manufacturers Association (SEPA)

15.12.2022

Legislation Information

Regarding the use of Letter of Credit in Imports in Egypt

9.11.2022

Draft Regulation on Waste Management Responsible Companies

12.10.2022

IFC Country Private Sector Diagnostic (CPSD) Report - Manufacturing Industry Questions - Clone

IFC Country Private Sector Diagnostic (CPSD) Report-Manufacturing Industry Questions

11.10.2022

Regarding NACE 19, 20 and 22 (4 in NACE Rev. 2)] the Question Set.

10.10.2022

BASF CEO Dr. Martin Brudermüller Re-Elected President Of Cefic

Today, Martin Brudermüller, CEO of BASF was re-elected President of Cefic (European Chemical Industry Council) for another 2-year term, effective immediately, at Cefic’s annual General Assembly.

7.10.2022

Fighting Plastic Waste: The Complementary Power Of Recycling Technologies

The complementarity of recycling technologies and an enabling legislative framework are crucial.

29.9.2022

Cefic’s Counterproposal To Assess The Carbon Footprint Of Bio-Based Products

European Chemical Industry publishes its positipn on PEF (Product Environment Footprint)

21.9.2022

Türkiye - Bangladesh Business Forum and Bilateral Company Meetings, 29 September 2022, Istanbul

14.9.2022

India Türkiye Chemical Business Meeting

The Trade Development Council of India (TPCI), with the support of the Indian Ministry of Commerce, will lead a 30-Member business delegation dealing with Dyes and Dye Intermediates, Chemicals, Agricultural Chemicals, Cosmetics, Toilet Specialty Chemicals and Fragrance.

29.8.2022

Sustainable Development Coordination Board

Presidential Circular No. 2022/12 on the National Sustainable Development Coordination Board was published in the Official Gazette dated 19 July 2022.

19.7.2022

The Full Potential of The Bioeconomy

How To Achieve The Full Potential Of The Bioeconomy In Accelerating Europe’s Transformation?

12.7.2022

Cefic Joins Major EU Inititive for Safe and Sustainable Materials

Cefic Joins Major EU Initiative Launched To Accelerate The Transition To Safe And Sustainable Materials, Products And Processes

4.7.2022

Chemical Innovation in Practice

From Centaurs And Unicorns To Reality: Chemical Innovation In Practice

24.6.2022

Can Advanced Materials Open the Future of a Green and Digital Europe?

Daniel Witthaut, Executive Director of Innovation at the European Chemical Industry Council, conveyed her views on the subject.

15.6.2022

The Duo That Unlocks Industry’s Potential To Go Through The “Double Twin” Transition: Innovation And A Supportive EU Policy Framework

Innovation and a supportive EU policy framework are unlocking the industry's potential to go through a double-twin transition.

8.6.2022

Enabling Europe’s Resilience Towards An Open Strategic Autonomy

Enabling Europe’s Resilience Towards An Open Strategic Autonomy: Diversify Supplies, Strengthen Ties And Accelerate Innovation

1.6.2022

EU and US Chemical Industries Ministerial Meeting

U.S. And EU Chemical Industries Welcome Ministerial Meeting To Advance Transatlantic Cooperation

15.5.2022

EU Regulation 2022/576 of 8 April 2022

Regulation amending Regulation (EU) 833/2014 on restrictive measures in the face of Russian actions that destabilize the situation in Ukraine

15.4.2022

New Cefic Position Paper

The new Cefic Position Paper highlights industry efforts and the role of chemical recycling in making plastic waste a valuable resource

7.4.2022

EKOK-DIES 1st Mandatory Workshop: Chemical Sector

Our QHSE Coordinator Yasemin Kayhan attended the 1st Mandatory Workshop focused on the Chemical Sector of the Project for Determining Turkey's Industrial Emissions Strategy within the Scope of Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control.

22.03.2022

Industrial Water Use Efficiency Project

The “Industrial Water Use Efficiency Project According to NACE Codes” was launched on 07.07.2021 in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and the Ministry of Industry and Technology.

15.3.2022

Concluding Statement of Türkiye on the Road to Green Development

As a result of the “Turkey on the Road to Green Development” meeting organized by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, an 11-item final declaration was published.

17.2.2022