Founded in 1958 and based in Brussels, the International Margarine Association of the Countries of Europe (IMACE) is the voice of margarine manufacturers to key stakeholders/authorities of the European Union and other international organisations. It is composed of 12 national associations representing some 60 margarine companies, producing both for retail and business to business (B2B) sectors throughout Europe.
IMACE and its Member Associations and Companies are members of IFMA, the International Federation of Margarine Associations.
IMACE is member of FoodDrinkEurope, the European Food and Drink Industry Federation.
Mission
IMACE pursues five objectives:
- To voice and promote the interests of margarine manufacturers and ensure adequate regulation
- To enable the exchange of information with stakeholders and between national associations
- To coordinate self-initiative among members
- To help advance knowledge and understanding on the role of fats in the diet
- To represent its members within other trade associations
Structure
