About FEICA                                              

A multinational association representing the European adhesive and sealant industry

FEICA celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2022

In the late 1950s, the first meetings of European producers of vegetable adhesives from five countries took place. In 1967, meetings started to include European producers of chemical adhesives. Finally, in 1972, FEICA (Fédération Européenne des Industries de Colles et Adhésifs) was formally founded. The German adhesives association in Düsseldorf served as the first location of the FEICA secretariat. FEICA moved to Brussels in 2007 in order to be closer to other European associations as well as to the European Commission itself.

Since its inception, FEICA has continued to grow and expand its areas of interest. With the support of its National Association Members  and several Direct Company Members and Affiliated Company Members, FEICA coordinates, represents and advocates the common interests of our industry throughout Europe. A quick overview of our members is available on our 'FEICA in brief' page.

In this regard, FEICA aims to establish a constructive dialogue with legislators in order to act as a reliable partner to resolve issues affecting the European adhesive and sealant industry.

FEICA today

The Association of the European Adhesive & Sealant Industry

FEICA is the voice of the European adhesive and sealant industry. Today's membership stands at 16 National Association Members (representing 17 countries​​​​​), 25 Direct Company Members and 25 Affiliate Company Members. This represents more than 450 companies from across Europe.

Mission statement

FEICA is a member-oriented, value-driven organisation representing the European adhesive and sealant sector. FEICA is committed to continuous improvement in its efficiency and effectiveness, and ensures a vigorous industry by:

  • Engaging with legislators and providing guidance to the industry on EU regulatory affairs and the safe use of our products
  • Fostering sustainable development within the industry
  • Providing advocacy and a platform for industry dialogue and knowledge sharing
 

FEICA’s vision for sustainable development is defined as follows:

'The adhesive and sealant industry is committed to enabling a growing population to live a better life and to use the planet’s resources responsibly and efficiently'.

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  • Joaquim Costa picture

    Joaquim Costa

    APCAS – Associação Portuguesa de Colas, Adesivos e Selantes
    President
  • Pepa Cotanda picture

    Pepa Cotanda

    Dow Europe GmbH

  • Joaquin de Lapuente picture

    Joaquin de Lapuente

    DCM
    AC Marca Adhesives

  • Tatiana Dimitrova picture

    Tatiana Dimitrova

    Dow Europe GmbH

  • Torsten Funk picture

    Torsten Funk

    Sika Technology AG
    Regulatory Compliance Manager Chemical Safety
  • Anna Keese picture

    Anna Keese

    3M Deutschland GmbH

  • Martin Klatt picture

    Martin Klatt

    BASF SE
    Head of Product Stewardship Dispersions and Resins Europe
  • Marcela Medina picture

    Marcela Medina

    Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
    Head of Product Safety & Regulatory Affairs - Europe - Consumer/Craftsmen/Construction Adhesives
  • Jolanda Neeft picture

    Jolanda Neeft

    VLK - Vereniging Lijmen en Kitten
    Regulatory Affairs
  • Benjamin Nummert picture

    Benjamin Nummert

    Henkel AG & Co. KGaA

  • Dirk Raatz picture

    Dirk Raatz

    H.B. Fuller Deutschland GmbH

  • Nancy Sauvan picture

    Nancy Sauvan

    AFICAM
    Product Regulatory Affairs manager
  • Evert Smit picture

    Evert Smit

    Lohmann GmbH & Co. KG
    Head of Research & Development Technical Products
  • Kim Suetens picture

    Kim Suetens

    Soudal SA/NV
    REACH Engineer
  • Anna Szlezak picture

    Anna Szlezak

    Huntsman Advanced Materials GmbH

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    FEICA Team

    FEICA a.i.s.b.l.

  • Niek Zweep picture

    Niek Zweep

    Bostik B.V.