In India ETAD was successfully introduced to the Central Government and State Government bodies, and the contact will be further reinforced by additional interaction with the government, particularly stressing the regulatory aspect and contribution. It is most important to have the State and National Government on ETAD's side to bring value to its members and play an active role in deciding policy, and some times even rectifying and framing it.

The main functions of IOC are:

As a part of its program to strenghten its position in the country, the IOC has established contacts with DMAI (Dyestuffs Manufacturers Association of India), the largest and most organized body of colorant manufacturers in India.