ASTA is the global leader in ensuring that clean, safe spice makes its way through the supply chain. Please take a moment to see how your company can become a member of ASTA. See below for more about the application process and join today.

Government Relations
	• Regulatory and Legislative Monitoring • Pursuit of favorable regulatory and legislative changes for the spice industry • ASTA maintains an open and positive dialogue with FDA and other government agencies  • ASTA is recognized as the leading voice of the U.S. spice industry
Networking Opportunities
	• Access to our exclusive member database • Meet colleagues at our Annual Meeting • Sell your services at our trade show
Educational Opportunities
	• Web seminars provide an opportunity to learn important information from your desktop • Monthly newsletters provide members with important industy and regulatory news
Technical Leadership
	• ASTA develops and provides analytical procedures and methods • Tackle technical issues with colleagues in the technical forum • Check Sample Program promotes accuracy and precision in testing among laboratories
Trade Resources
	• Arbitration Services • ASTA contracts are widely accepted in the trade
Global Leader
	• Worldwide membership • Partners with spice associations around the world • Chair of the International Organization of Spice Trade Associations

Membership Types

There are two types of ASTA membership. Active Membership All individuals, firms, and corporations that are based in the United States, or doing business in the United States either through a related business entity or agent, or by offering items for sale for importation into, or exportation from, the United States, and that are primarily engaged in the growing, importation, exportation, processing, blending, trading, distribution, or sale at wholesale or retail of spices or seasonings are eligible for Active membership in one of the following categories: Brokers and Agents: Those firms whose activities include that of acting as Brokers and Agents for the purchase or sale of spices. Importers, Traders, Processors, Growers or Distributors: Those firms whose activities include that of acting as Importers, Traders, Processors, Growers or Distributors of Spices, Dehydrated Onion & Garlic or Oleoresins (or combinations). Associate Membership All individuals, firms, associations, and corporations engaged in businesses associated with the spice industry who do not otherwise qualify for Active membership and who are able to assist in promoting and carrying out the purposes of the Association. Back to the Top

Join Today!

You can begin the application process by downloading the Membership Application. If you are applying for Active membership please download the Categorical Dues form as well. Once you have completed the forms please mail them to the ASTA office at: The American Spice Trade Association 2025 M Street NW Suite 800 Washington DC, 20036  Membership Application Categorical Dues Form for Active Membership Back to the Top