FAQs
BASA was formed in 1983 by the marriage of the British Adhesives Manufacturers Association and the Sealants Manufacturers Conference to act as the adhesives & sealants sector sole voice and primary information source for manufacturers and suppliers.
Members gain access to:
- Regulatory and technical support
- Member-only guidance documents and resources
- Industry updates and newsletters
- Training and workshops
- Networking events and working groups
- Promotion through BASA channels
- A respected voice representing the industry to government and regulators
| Band | Relevant Turnover | Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|
| A & CM | < £250,000 | £333 |
| B | £250,000 – £500,000 | £780 |
| C | >£0.5M to £1.5M | £1200 |
| D | >£1.5M to £2.5M | £1460 |
| E | >£2.5M to £5M | £1460 + 0.048% of relevant turnover over £2.5M |
| F | >£5M to £20M | £2660 + 0.022% of relevant turnover over £5M |
| G | >£20M to £78M | £5960 + 0.017% of relevant turnover over £20M ( £15,675 Cap ) |
| CAPPED RATE | >£78M | £15,675 |
| RM 1 | < £5M | £1435 |
| RM 2 | ≥ £5M | £2870 |
| AM | Flat Fee | £855 |
| ES | Flat Fee | £500 |
Services & Support
AI and Data Use
Yes. BASA uses AI tools to support productivity and time management, e.g. drafting content, organising information, and improving administrative efficiency. We believe it is important to keep pace with technological developments where they can help us work more effectively and deliver greater value to members. All use of AI is undertaken responsibly, with appropriate oversight, and sensitive or confidential information is not shared with AI systems.
No. BASA does not enter confidential, commercially sensitive, or personal member data into AI systems. All sensitive information is handled securely and only by authorised staff following our data protection policies.