Value proposition

The American Chemistry Council's (ACC's) mission is to deliver business value through exceptional advocacy using best-in-class member performance, political engagement, communications and scientific research. We are committed to sustainable development by fostering progress in our economy, environment and society.

ACC is America’s oldest trade association, representing companies engaged in the business of chemistry—an innovative, $565 billion enterprise that is helping solve the biggest challenges facing our nation and the world.

The business of chemistry:

•Drives innovations that enable a more sustainable future.

•Provides 544,000 skilled, good-paying American jobs .

•Enhances safety through the products of chemistry and investment in research.

The products of chemistry will make it possible to satisfy a growing world population by providing a healthy and plentiful food supply, clean air and water, safe living conditions, efficient and affordable energy sources and lifesaving medical treatments in communities around the globe.

To enable these ongoing innovations, ACC supports public policies that will drive creation of groundbreaking products that improve lives and our environment, enhance the economic vitality of communities and protect public health.

Jobs, Safety, and Innovation