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THE COOKWARE & BAKEWARE ALLIANCEBuilding Industry Excellence through Engagement, Education,Engineering, and Expertise.
The Alliance has added new services andbenefits to make membership even morevaluable. We have become one of themajor authorities providing factualinformation regarding the use andlegislation of PFAS chemicals. There aremore terrific initiatives to come. DOUG REIGLECBA BOARD PRESIDENTSENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, SALES - REGAL WARE
OUR MISSIONJOINCBA.ORG PAGE 01The Cookware & Bakeware Alliance is a vitalhousewares trade association, deliveringcritical industry resources and serving as avoice of authority and influence uniting theindustry by setting engineering standardsfor product and consumer safety.
Founded in 1922, the Cookware and Bakeware Alliancehas become the premier resource for the cookware andbakeware industry. One hundred years later, memberscontinue to carry on the message, mission, and vision ofthe original founders.HISTORY FOUNDEDON INTEGRITYThe Engineering Standards were firstrecommended in the 1930s. They were inspired bythe need to establish a founding guide to creatingsafe and consistent consumer products. Membershave established a stringent process to review andimprove cookware and bakeware engineeringstandards to keep up with changing technologyand innovations.JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 02Over the past century, we have madechanges to meet the times and industryrequirements. To better reflect whom werepresent and how we serve the industry, theassociation’s name was updated.Originally founded under the nameAluminum Wares Association by 27aluminum cookware producers to repair andsafeguard the industry’s reputation, themission was to inform and promote thehousewares industry to its members, theircustomers, and the general public.In the 1960s, as stainless steel grew in popularity andimportance in the industry, and other materials werebeing used for cookware, the need for a name changewas recognized. As the Metal Cookware ManufacturersAssociation, membership was expanded to include allmetal manufacturers. This decade also saw theintroduction of nonstick coatings and colors in ourmarket.
The CBA serves our members with exclusivebenefits, including standards development,statistical information, research, reports, andgovernmental monitoring. For consumers andindustry allies, we publish helpful informationon the selection, proper use, safety, andmaintenance of cookware and bakeware. PAGE 02JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 03The 1970s were a turbulent time for thecountry as well as our industry. There was arenewed emphasis on the conservation ofmaterials and energy, protection of theenvironment, and fair dealings withconsumers. At the beginning of 2022, our organizationbecame The Cookware and BakewareAlliance. Our mission is to continue todeliver critical industry resources and serveas a voice of authority and influence,uniting the industry by setting engineeringstandards for product and consumer safety.We rely on engineering, engagement,education, and expertise as our four pillars for astrong association to evolve and serve thecookware and bakeware industry for the nextcentury and beyond.The Cookware Manufacturers Associationname was established to better reflect theneed for the betterment of the cookwareand bakeware industry. Also in this decade,The Guide to Cookware and Bakeware wasfirst produced and membership wasexpanded to include all US manufacturersof cookware and bakeware regardless ofmaterial.
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The pr emier resour ce for manuf acturi ngcookwa re and bakew are is avail able f orpurcha se. The En gineer ing St andard s exis t to p romotethe we lfare of the cookw are in dustry andimprov e its servic e to t he pub lic. T he Sta ndardsare co ntinua lly up dated to ref lect c hanges inmateri als an d tech nology .ENGINEERINGSTANDARDS FORCOOKWAREAND BAKEWAREJOINCBA.ORG PAGE 05Purchase YourCopy Today!Engineering S tandards a nd allup d ates are i ncluded i n CBAMe m bership
Th e re are no governmen tre g ulatory b o dies in t h e UnitedSt a tes for c o okware an dba k eware. Ho w ever, the Cookware& B akeware A l liance (C B A) is anin d ustry gro u p that do e s anex c ellent jo b of self- r egulation .STRONGERTOGETHERBy joining t h e CBA, yo u will gai n access t o exclusiv e resource s such asre p orts, pod c asts, and events ta i lored to t he cookwa r e and bak e warein d ustry. Yo u 'll be ab l e to make more info r med busin e ss decisi o ns within s ights on i ssues lik e tariffs, freight, a nd packag i ng. The C B A is also anex c ellent pl a ce to net w ork with p eers and d evelop le a dership s k ills.Vi s it JoinCB A .org to l e arn more a bout memb e rship and apply!Ac c ording to the Offic e of the U n ited Stat e sTr a de Repres e ntative ( U STR), ind u stry-dr i ven leade r ship in m a nufacturi n g iscr u cial beca u se govern m ents do n o t haveth e resource s to match the exper t ise andag i lity of t h e private sector.JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 06
THE 4 PILLARSFrom the beginning, our mission has been foundedon four key pillars: Engineering, Engagement,Education, and Expertise. These pillars are at thecore of all that we do and create the benefits thatserve our members and the industry.JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 07
ENGINEERINGThe CBA Engineering Standards forCookware and Bakeware are the result ofextraordinary voluntary collaborationamong member companies in the USand Canada. Their purpose is to promotethe welfare of the cookware industry andimprove its service to the public. Itprovides the requirements to create safeconsumer products. The Standards arecontinually updated to reflect changes inmaterials and technology.These standards cover manufacturingdesign, tolerances, materials, testing, andfinishes. The Cookware & BakewareAlliance Engineering Standards areincluded with CBA membership. Non-members and third parties can purchasecopies of the Engineering Standards toguide the testing of the safety and qualityof cookware and bakeware products.JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 08
Engineering Standards forCookware and BakewareStandards of Excellence (formembers only)Good ScienceIndustry UpdatesJOINCBA.ORG PAGE 09BENEFITS OFFEREDWITHIN THEENGINEERINGPILLAR:
ENGAGEMENTThe CBA is founded on a rich tradition ofnetworking and connection. Through collaboration among ourmembers on industry standards and ourmeetings where we address importantissues impacting our markets, we havedeveloped an impressive array ofopportunities to engage.Our Board of Directors activelyparticipates in our efforts. Members work together with the goal ofuniting our industry, recognizing that weare stronger together.JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 10
Information Sharing(Member Meetings,Communications)Leadership (Board ofDirectors, Committees)Connection & Recognition(Networking, Social Media,Podcasts)BENEFITS OFFEREDWITHIN THEENGAGEMENTPILLAR:JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 11
EDUCATIONThe CBA collects andshares importantinformation, andpromotes the safety ofconsumer products. Our Good Scienceinitiative providesindustry knowledge-seekers with resourcesand access to additionalinformation on criticaltopics, with the goal ofincreasing consumerawareness and interest inthe cookware andbakeware categories.JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 12
Training ToolsWebinarsSocial and EnvironmentalAwarenessBENEFITS OFFEREDWITHIN THEEDUCATION PILLAR:JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 13
EXPERTISEMembers of the Cookware andBakeware Alliance representtop organizations in ourindustry. Through their collaborationwith the CBA, members sharetheir expertise and advance thepillars of engineering andeducation. We work together, standtogether, and come together todiscuss important topics,establish new standards, andeducate all segments of themarket. Our members, rangingfrom engineers to marketingdirectors, contribute their vastknowledge to advance ourindustry.JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 14
Industry ReportsMember DirectoryAsk the ExpertsBENEFITS OFFEREDWITHIN THEEXPERTISE PILLAR:JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 15
Have a long-term, primary commitment to theindustry.Demonstrate excellence in manufacturing andinnovation.Ensure the quality and safety of their products byfollowing the Engineering Standards.Reliably service warranties when offered.Be devoted to the safety and welfare of itsemployees.Be a good steward of the environment.Be committed to consumer protection.All CBA Members must:MEMBERSHIP LEVELSThere are 4 types of CBAmembership: Manufacturer,Supplier, Retailer, andAssociate.JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 16
JOINCBA.ORG PAGE 17MEMBERSHIPLEVELDESCRIPTIONS Open to companies who manufactures and/or are the brand owners for thesale of cooking and/or baking utensils & accessories in the US.MANUFACTUREROpen to manufacturers who have a significant presence of cookware and/orbakeware in the Provinces of Canada.ASSOCIATEOpen to companies engaged in supplying or supporting in the manufacture ofcooking and/or baking utensils & accessories in North America.SUPPLIEROpen to companies engaged in the sale of cookware and/or bakeware in NorthAmerica.RETAILER
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIPJOINCBA.ORG PAGE 18Training ToolsWebinarsSocial and Environmental AwarenessENGAGEMENTInformation Sharing (Member Meetings,Communications)Leadership (Board of Directors, Committees)Connection & Recognition (Networking, Social Media,Podcasts)EDUCATIONENGINEERINGEngineering StandardsStandards of Excellence (for members only)Good ScienceIndustry UpdatesEXPERTISEIndustry ReportsMember DirectoryAsk the Experts
To support our CBA mission and vision for industry excellence, our CBAmembers pledge:Engineering StandardsTo employ the CBA Engineering Standards on all productsproduced or sourced.To meet minimum requirements for safe cookware and bakeware.To promote consumer safety.Code of Ethics To demonstrate best efforts to achieve the following code of ethics:Act with a spirit of justice, honor and fairness in all relationshipsand competition.Advertise the value of products and services, and representproducts truthfully in advertising, labeling and branding.Refrain from derogatory references to competitors and plagiarizingor imitating competitor trademarks, labels or brands.Promote good practices of environment/sustainability and socialjustice through diversity, equity and inclusion.CBA RecognitionEncourage CBA membership with CBA Logo on company materialsas well as website, including link to CBA Website.CBA EngagementEncourage participation as an active member on Committees:Engineering Standards, Engagement, Education or ExpertiseAttend CBA Events.Reporting Requirement [Manufacturer / Brand Owner MembersOnly]The sharing of Manufacturer/Brand Owner data, designed toimprove industry performance.MEMBERSHIP PLEDGEJOINCBA.ORG PAGE 19
123HOW TOBECOME AMEMBERApplication PhaseGo to JoinCBA.organd submit yourapplication forconsideration formembership.Becoming an engaged member of the CBA isaccomplished in three simple phases.Consideration PhaseYour application isreviewed, questionsare addressed, andthe board will votewithin the next 4-6weeks.Engagement PhaseAfter boardacceptance, yourstaff is added to themember portal tobegin accessing CBAbenefits.Submit Your Application TodayJOINCBA.ORG PAGE 20JoinCBA.org
RESOURCESVisit CookwareAndBakeware.org to learn more:Meet our Board of DirectorsExplore our Member DirectoryOrder the CBA Engineering StandardsAccess important information on Good ScienceAnd much more!
Lodge Cast Iron has been a member ofthe Alliance for decades. The resourcesprovided by the CBA are critical in thedevelopment and evolution of ourcompany providing support acrossmultiple industry topics The ability toengage side-by-side with fellow cookwareand bakeware organizations for thebetterment of the industry has made atremendous impact in the marketplace. MIKE OTTERMAN, PRESIDENT/CEOLODGE CAST IRON
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