There are two membership categories for stakeholders to get involved with IPIC.
IPIC Member
The Member category is exclusively for pulse processors that manufacture pulse ingredients. Members can certify their ingredients that align with IPIC definitions, utilize the IPIC logo for marketing and promotion of certified ingredients, and promote certified ingredients within the IPIC ingredient directory. Members will also be provided updates on IPIC-related activities. The cost to become an IPIC Member is $1,000 CAD per year and is renewed on annual basis.
Members are not required to certify a specific number of ingredients, nor is there is a limit on the number of ingredients that a member can apply for IPIC certification. Prior to certification, the candidate ingredient is verified as per specific criteria that adhere to the corresponding IPIC definition. Only IPIC members in good standing will have their certified ingredients listed in the Ingredient Search within the IPIC database and are permitted to use the IPIC certification logo in product marketing materials.
IPIC Partner
The Partner category is for other industry stakeholders, such as consumer-packaged good companies, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations who utilize IPIC definitions and the IPIC platform for ingredient sourcing, research, events, promotion, etc. Companies and organizations in the Partner category DO NOT manufacture, process or sell pulse ingredients. Partners will also be provided updates on IPIC-related activities. The cost to become an IPIC Partner is $250 CAD per year and is renewed on annual basis.
If you’re interested in becoming a Member or Partner, download the Membership Guide below or complete the form to join.