The Research Institute for Fragrance Materials, Inc. (RIFM) is the leading global organization performing and advancing science to support the safe use of fragrance-producing chemicals in personal and household care products.
The RIFM Database contains over 80,000 references and approximately 200,000 human health and environmental studies, the most comprehensive source of toxicology data, literature, and general information on fragrance ingredients worldwide.
Using current scientific methodologies, RIFM evaluates six areas (or endpoints) of human health plus environmental impact in its comprehensive safety assessments: Genotoxicity, or damage to the genetic material in the body’s cells.
In addition, all RIFM fragrance material safety assessments are reevaluated at least five years after initial publication, and an updated version is written, incorporating any new, impactful data, if necessary.
The Expert Panel provides strategic guidance, determines scientific study design, and interprets test results for relevance to human health and environmental protection.