• Belong to a network of hundreds of members with natural health product associated businesses.
• Attend bi-monthly HPA General Meetings that provide an information forum whereby HPA members are reliably updated on current legislative issues and other matters pertinent to the industry. HPA members can exchange information and get to know leading role-players and other industry stakeholders.
• As the HPA provides a communication channel that links people and stakeholder networks, regular opportunities are available to network with industry colleagues.
• The HPA also promotes cooperation between other relevant associations, medical bodies and partners in order to encourage mutual understanding.

• The HPA is the united voice that negotiates on behalf of the health products industry regarding legal matters.
• The HPA is in constant communication with members of the Department of Health (DOH), including the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), the Head of the Inspectorate and other legislative bodies.
• The HPA advises members on how to fight for the right outcomes concerning legislation, and keeps them up to date on key legislative and regulatory developments.

• The HPA sources information through its global network. This information is shared with Members.
• The HPA has assisted in researching and preparing a significant body of international research relating to current developments in natural health products, nutritional supplementation, CAMs, nutrition and dietetic fields.
• The HPA has from time to time invested in market trends and information.

The HPA established a Self-Monitoring Advisory Programme to assist in maintaining high ethical standards for manufacturing, quality control, safety, marketing and advertising within the industry and in the marketplace. This facility will:

• Answer queries. The HPA Secretariat and the Self-Monitoring Advisory Committee (SMAC) are only an email away and can assist. Send your questions and we will respond.
• Deal with issues and concerns. The HPA offers a free service that helps Members establish and maintain high ethical standards of production, quality control, marketing and advertising, send your questions and we will respond.
• Address grievances. Members are encouraged to take to the SMAC any grievance against another HPA Member company. This committee will assist with mediation, send your questions and we will respond.
• To find out how to comply with HPA Codes of Practice

• The HPA is a member of the Brussels-based IADSA (International Association of Dietary Supplements Associations).
• The HPA is a member of the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM)
• The HPA is a member of BioPANZA
• The HPA maintains close contact with associated international bodies to help promote opportunities for product export and import.

The HPA has forged strong relationships with key media representatives, and acts as a central information point to promote to and cooperate with the media. HPA Members have the added benefit of:

• Access to the Members’ section of the HPA website and related media exposure.
• Media exposure:
  • e-bulletins
  • PR exposure
  • Annual media presentations
• Conventions and Seminars.
• Access to extensive mailing lists including: health shops and leading pharmacies, complementary health companies and associated companies, DOH personnel, consumers, trade and key media-related professionals.