Industrieverband Körperpflege- und Waschmittel – IKW

Tasks and objectives of the IKW

The IKW, short for Industrieverband Körperpflege- und Waschmittel (German Cosmetic, Toiletry, Perfumery and Detergent Association), based in Frankfurt, is divided into two pillars covering the product groups of beauty care and household care. Both areas are happy to answer your questions about personal care, cosmetics, detergents, or cleaning agents.

The work of the IKW is based on three central concerns: We want to support, advise, and represent our member companies.

Facts & figures

The Industry Association for Body Care and Detergents (IKW) represents companies that manufacture and distribute household care and beauty care products in Germany.

• 465 member companies

• 178,000 jobs

• 35.6 billion euros in annual sales