American Coatings Association

The following classes of membership fall within different dues structures and include different
services, depending upon the classification.

Corporate:

Join by Mail

Download and complete the appropriate Membership Dues Form. The form may be mailed to the address indicated on the form, faxed to 202-462-8549, or emailed to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Applicants should allow three-five business days for processing before utilizing member benefits.

Manufacturer: companies that manufacture paints, coatings and related products including adhesives, caulks, sealants and printing inks.
Download: Manufacturer Dues Form
Download: Caulks, Sealants, Adhesives & Printing Inks Manufacturers Dues Form
Download: Aerosol Products Manufacturer Dues Form
Download: Sample Dues Form

Supplier: companies that manufacture, broker, or import raw materials used to manufacture and merchandise coatings.
Download: Supplier Dues Form

Distributor: businesses that resell materials and equipment used in the manufacture of coatings.
Download: Distributor Dues Form

International: manufacturers or suppliers in countries other than the United States without affiliated U.S. operations eligible for membership.
Download: International Dues Form

Equipment and Sundries: companies that manufacture equipment used in the manufacture or application of paints and coatings.
Download: Equipment and Sundries Dues Form

Subscriber: a limited membership for manufacturers, suppliers or distributors with sales below $2.5 million annually.
Download: Subscriber Dues Form

Associate: an individual or firm that has an economic interest in the welfare of the coatings industry or the people working in it, but is not eligible for any of the other classes of membership.
Download: Associate Dues Form

Individual: Online Application

Individual Science and Technology Profesionals: This category provides an opportunity for individuals working in the industry to benefit from member pricing for educational and training programs, and to have access to science and technology goods and services.

This category of membership is offered for industry consultants, employees of non-member companies, and those working in academia. Employees of companies with a corporate membership are not required to join the association under this category to receive benefits.

Benefits of membership for Individuals include:

• Subscription to print and digital versions of CoatingsTech magazine
• Subscription to Coatings Today bi-monthly e-newsletter
• Online access to the Journal of Coatings Technology and Research
• Discount on registration fees for conferences and Virtual Learning Conferences (VLCs)
• Discount on publication orders
• Web access to "members only" technical information

Join Online

To join as an individual Science & Technology member, visit the Online Application. All applications will be reviewed for eligibility. Applicants must allow three business days for processing before utilizing member benefits.

Join by Mail

Download the Individual Science & Technology Individual Membership Form. The application may be mailed to the address on the form, faxed to 202-462-8549, or emailed to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Applicants must allow three business days for processing before utilizing member benefits.

For further details about membership with ACA, please contact:

Membership Service Center
American Coatings Association
1500 Rhode Island Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC  20005-5597
Phone: (202) 719-3710
Fax: (202) 462-8549
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