Innovation Lab: Developing Safe and Marketable Chemical-Based Value-Added Products

This activity focuses on empowering entrepreneurs in the chemical sector (e.g., cleaning products, personal care) to formulate high-quality, safe, and market-ready products. The session will cover basic chemistry, safety data sheets (SDS), regulatory frameworks, and market niche identification. Impact: It fosters product innovation and helps entrepreneurs move beyond basic commodities to high-value products, thereby increasing their profit margins and creating specialized local manufacturing businesses.