# International Chewing Gum Association

> Science\-based information on chewing gum, including oral health benefits, ingredient safety, and environmental responsibility\.

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## Pages
- [Home](https://www.gumassociation.org/): The International Chewing Gum Association \(ICGA\) represents the global chewing gum and gum base industry\. We promote science\-based regulation, product safety, oral health research, and responsible environmental practices worldwide\.
- [Quality \& Safety](https://www.gumassociation.org/quality-safety/)
- [Health \& Wellbeing](https://www.gumassociation.org/sugar-free-chewing-gum-oral-health/): Sugar\-free chewing gum supports oral health by stimulating saliva flow, helping neutralise plaque acids and protect tooth enamel\. Recognised by EFSA and other health authorities, it may also contribute to focus and everyday wellbeing\.
- [Terms of use](https://www.gumassociation.org/terms-of-use/)
- [About us](https://www.gumassociation.org/about-us/)

## FAQs
- [Does chewing gum contain alcohol?](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq/does-chewing-gum-contain-alcohol/)
- [Why don’t chewing gum packages list an expiration date?](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq/why-dont-chewing-gum-packages-list-an-expiration-date/)
- [Is chewing gum good for oral hygiene?](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq/is-chewing-gum-good-for-oral-hygiene/)
- [What is ICGA doing about consumer concerns?](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq/what-is-icga-doing-about-consumer-concerns/)
- [Is information about chewing gum ingredients available to consumers?](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq/is-information-about-chewing-gum-ingredients-available-to-consumers/)

## Members
- [bdsi](https://www.gumassociation.org/member/bdsi/)
- [Ferrero](https://www.gumassociation.org/member/ferrero/)
- [Lotte](https://www.gumassociation.org/member/lotte/)
- [Chic Kles](https://www.gumassociation.org/member/chic-kles/)
- [The Hershey Company](https://www.gumassociation.org/member/the-hershey-company/)

## News
- [Communications and External Affairs Lead](https://www.gumassociation.org/news/communications-and-external-affairs-lead/): The International Chewing Gum Association \(ICGA\) is seeking a Brussels\-based Communications \& External Affairs Lead for a 12\-month freelance contract\. This senior role combines media relations, public affairs and strategic communications within a global trade association environment\. The successful candidate will act as ICGA’s spokesperson, coordinate responses to EU policy and scientific developments, and lead proactive campaigns to strengthen the reputation of the chewing gum industry\. Candidates should bring 10\+ years of experience in external communications or public affairs, ideally within a trade association or food sector context, and be based in or near Brussels\. Applications close March 6\.
- [Chewing gum and food safety](https://www.gumassociation.org/news/chewing-gum-ingredients-safety/): Chewing gum ingredients are subject to rigorous safety review worldwide\. From gum base to sweeteners, colours and flavours, all components must meet national and international food safety standards\.
- [Chewing gum and health](https://www.gumassociation.org/news/chewing-gum-and-health/)
- [ICGA Response to the WHO review of aspartame](https://www.gumassociation.org/news/icga-response-to-the-who-review-of-aspartame/)
- [Chewing gum and sustainability](https://www.gumassociation.org/news/chewing-gum-and-sustainability/)

## Categories
- [Pegasus Bundle](https://www.gumassociation.org/layout_category/pegasus-bundle/)
- [Divi Den](https://www.gumassociation.org/layout_category/divi-den/)

## Type
- [layout](https://www.gumassociation.org/layout_type/layout/)
- [section](https://www.gumassociation.org/layout_type/section/)

## Module Width
- [regular](https://www.gumassociation.org/module_width/regular/)

## Scope
- [not\_global](https://www.gumassociation.org/scope/not_global/)

## FAQ categories
- [Ingredients \& Composition](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq-category/ingredients-composition/)
- [Usage \& Common Questions](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq-category/usage-common-questions/)
- [Quality \& Safety](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq-category/quality-safety/)
- [Environment \& Responsibility](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq-category/environment-responsibility/)
- [Health \& Wellbeing](https://www.gumassociation.org/faq-category/health-wellbeing/)

## News Categories
- [Press release](https://www.gumassociation.org/news-category/press-release/)
- [Statement](https://www.gumassociation.org/news-category/statement/)
- [News](https://www.gumassociation.org/news-category/news/)

## Optional
- [Sitemap index](https://www.gumassociation.org/sitemap_index.xml)