Arkema takes a leading role in the following associations in support of the continued safe use of Tin Catalysts. Please visit the links below for further information.

• ORTEPA (Organotin Environmental Programme Association). ORTEPA is an international non-profit organization of producers of organotin compounds. The organization promotes and fosters the dissemination of scientific and technical information on the environmental effects of organotin compounds and provides greater appreciation of the available scientific and technical information on environmental aspects of organotin compounds. For further information on this association, please visit www.ortepa.org.
• TSA (Tin Stabilizer Association). TSA is a nonprofit organization representing manufacturers of tin stabilizers in North America formed to promote the use of tin stabilizers in vinyl (polyvinyl chloride or PVC) applications. TSA works to provide accurate information about the quality and safety of tin stabilizers and to differentiate the use of tin stabilizers from other applications. TSA also cooperates with other organizations throughout the world to promote product stewardship, conduct scientific studies and enhance communications related to the product. For further information on this association, please visit www.tinstabilizers.org.
• ETINSA (European Tin Stabilisers Producers Association). ETINSA is represented by the European Stabiliser Producers Association (ESPA). ESPA is a sector group of CEFIC, the European Chemistry Industry Council, and represents the leading European producers of stabilisers for PVC. ESPA's mission is to promote the use of stabiliser additives for PVC and other applications and to provide a forum for the study and discussion of matters of scientific and technical interest to the industry. For further information on this association, please visit espa.cefic.org.

Another organization involved with our industry.

• Tin Technology; formerly the International Tin Research Institute (ITRI). Tin Technology is a membership-based organisation involved in research, development, and marketing of tin based technologies. It is the world's foremost authority on tin with access to more than 60 years experience through its association with ITRI Ltd (formerly the International Tin Research Institute). For further information on this association, please visit www.tintechnology.com.

To receive information on either our Fascat Product Stewardship activities or Regulatory Affairs topics, please contact us.