Key Objectives of IOFI are:

1. Science: Lead a consistent global approach for the safety assessment of flavoring ingredients based on sound science.
2. Advocacy: Support and promote legislation and regulation that will enhance the ability to provide safe flavors worldwide.
3. Communication: Optimize effective communication about scientific and regulatory matters with/to/from key stakeholders: member associations, government agencies, international organizations, the scientific community, the industry, and its customers.
4. Intellectual Property: Promote and support the protection of intellectual property created by and entrusted to the industry.
5. Organizational Sustainability and Growth: Increase IOFI's global representation and, in partnership with member associations, prepare the association for future challenges with adequate resources and reserves.