IMACE endorses the aspirational objectives set out in this Code (where applicable). IMACE is glad to support its members in their contribution to:

• Healthy, balanced, and sustainable diets, aligned with aspirational objective #1. The margarine industry contributed to this objective by investing in product reformulation and fortification as well as by ensuring transparent and clear communication to consumers.

• A reduction of packaging waste, in line with aspirational objective #3. IMACE members are fulfilling this objective by choosing sustainable and safe packaging made of recyclable materials where possible.

• A resource-efficient food chain, aligned with aspirational objective #4. IMACE members have minimised the consumption of energy and natural resources in the production process thanks to the use of renewable energy as well as the reuse of by-products. • Healthier and more sustainable communities, in line with aspirational objective #5. IMACE members help make this objective reality by supporting research in the sustainability and health of local communities as well as in innovation to accelerate the development of margarine and plant-based spreads which can meet today’s challenges and demands.

• Sustainable and responsible sourcing, aligned with aspirational objective #7. IMACE members are committed towards responsible sourcing that refrains from the exploitation of people and the planet. IMACE is also part of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil and of the European Sustainable Palm Oil Advocacy Group.