The Association, in the 50's & 60's encouraged the development of the Small Scale Industry in the Dyestuff trade. It took up the cause of these newly established companies & played an important role in obtaining import licenses for the vital raw materials required by these SSI companies. The Association has also helped the Small Scale Industries in getting concessional Excise tariffs & reservation benefits.

In the 70's, the country faced a number of external, natural & commercial difficulties such as wars, droughts, power shortages, etc. The Association to a large extent became the spokesperson for the members in high-lighting their cause to the various Government Authorities, be they Central, State or Municipal.

AIDCON was an important landmark in the history of the Association. This meet, held in 1985, was a bringing together of various elements associated with the dyestuff trade. These included manufacturers of dyestuffs (multi national companies, large Indian companies, small scale companies, manufacturers & distributors of dye intermediates, dye merchants, traders, government bodies, export promotion bodies etc. This meeting resulted in a greater understanding of the viewpoints of the various groups.

In 1991, the Association presented a detailed 'Strategic Action Plan' to the Ministry of Chemicals & Petroleum. This 'Action Plan' was for both, the Industry & the Government, with respect to the various aspects affecting the growth of the dyestuff industry viz. up-gradation of technology, ecology, safety, cost & global marketing. In 2001, DMAI again presented A Strategic Action Plan to the Dept. of Chemicals & Petrochemicals envisaging an ambitious export turnover of Rs.12000 crores during the decade.

A number of seminars have been held to create awareness, disseminate available information & guide members to meet pollution control norms & safe handling practices. The Association has pledged at all levels to help in meeting the regulations without adversely affecting the growth of the industry.

DMAI participates in the international chemical mega events such as India Chem, Chem Expo, Chemspec exhibitions as co-sponsor.

A biennial International Convention on Colorants was organised in 2005 and recently in 2007 jointly with the Dyestuff Technology Department of Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT) in Mumbai. Speakers from India and abroad explored and debated on the latest technical developments including functional colourants for colorants industry and researchers. Global knowledge on technological innovations was dissiminated among the participants for the industry growth.

To meet the needs of the Indian textile exporters, a directory of Safe Dyes has been published. DMAI NEWSLETTER is published on quarterely basis.

The association is proud of its role in promoting growth of the Dyestuffs & Dye Intermediate Industry. This role has been evolving to meet the constantly changing demands of the consumer industry & international markets.

VISION
To project the Indian Colorants & Intermediates Industry as a reliable producer of highest quality products conforming to Safety, Health and Environment standards and to make the "Made In India" label a trustworthy brand.

MISSION
To liaise between Government and Industry to solve Industry problems, to propel the growth of Industry and to actively promote the exchange of ideas through International and National fora and promote R & D activities.

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