2023The Annual Surfactant Industry Conference brought together industry experts from around the world to review the production status and market performance of the industry over the past year. The attending experts focused on discussing the profound impact of sustainable palm oil policies on the domestic industry, including how to respond to the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).RSPOCertification requirements and the challenges this policy poses to raw material procurement costs and supply chain management were discussed. The meeting also delved into pathways for enhancing the quality and efficiency of traditional production processes, including technological upgrades to improve production efficiency and product quality. Additionally, exchanges were held on optimizing the production capacity structure, sharing experiences on phasing out outdated capacities and developing high-end production capabilities. A special session was dedicated to"Industrial Internet+Certification and Accreditation"The thematic forum explores how to leverage industrial internet technologies to enhance certification efficiency and expand the application scenarios of surfactants in fields such as daily chemicals and pharmaceuticals. These topics comprehensively cover technological innovation and new product development in the industry.2024The annual raw material supply trends provide clear guidance for participating companies to optimize product formulations and manage their supply chains effectively.