The NACD or National Association of Chemical Distributors is a professional organization whose members consist of distributors of chemicals who, as a significant part of their business, take title to goods and resell said goods.

Member companies must accept and commit to compliance with the NACD Responsible Distribution Process®, its Guiding Principles and other requirements to obtain and maintain membership.

The National Association of Chemical Distributors' Guiding Principles are adhered to and practiced daily by NACD's membership.  With the implementation of the Guiding Principles, member companies commit to continuous improvement in the chemical distribution industry's responsible management of chemicals. Member companies pledge to manage their business according to these principles.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES OF THE NACD

1. To recognize and respond to community concerns about chemicals, their handling and transportation.
   
2. To make health, safety and environmental considerations a priority in our planning for all existing and new operations, products, processes, and facilities.
   
3. To inform emergency response officials, employees, customers and the public of manufacturer's recommendations on protective measures.
   
4. To work with customers, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, on product stewardship including handling, use, transportation, and disposal of chemical products.
   
5. To operate our plants and facilities in a manner that protects the health and safety of our employees, the public, and the environment.
   
6. To cooperate in resolving problems created by past handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals.
   
7. To participate with government and others in creating responsible laws, regulations, and practices to help safeguard the community, workplace, and environment.
   
8. To promote the principles and practices of the Responsible Distribution Process® by sharing experiences and offering assistance to others who produce, handle, use, transport, or dispose of chemicals.
   

NACD pamphlets concerning product stewardship are available.

Above excerpted from National Association of Chemical Distributors pamphlets and literature.