Society Of Chemical Industry
Also known as: S C I
SCI aims to advance the science of applied chemistry sciences for the public good by: furthering the application of scientific discoveries to the products and processes of industry; providing a forum in which discussions on the opportunities and issues of industry can take place, and publishing journals and books; granting medals, scholarships and other awards; all such other charitable means.
Activities & Mission
SCI aims to advance the science of applied chemistry sciences for the public good by: furthering the application of scientific discoveries to the products and processes of industry; providing a forum in which discussions on the opportunities and issues of industry can take place, and publishing journals and books; granting medals, scholarships and other awards; all such other charitable means.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 44% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,384,000 | £4,261,000 | £3,982,000 | £14,131,000 | £7,707,000 | 34 / 800 |
| 2023 | £3,840,000 | £3,862,000 | £3,642,000 | £13,538,000 | £7,055,000 | 34 / 800 |
| 2022 | £2,921,000 | £3,234,000 | £3,073,000 | £12,912,000 | £6,498,000 | 31 / 800 |
| 2021 | £2,593,211 | £2,959,057 | £2,865,701 | £14,438,590 | £7,635,789 | 30 / 0 |
| 2020 | £2,872,756 | £3,120,289 | £3,032,822 | £13,908,724 | £7,243,281 | 36 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Society Of Chemical Industry
What does Society Of Chemical Industry do?
SCI aims to advance the science of applied chemistry sciences for the public good by: furthering the application of scientific discoveries to the products and processes of industry; providing a forum in which discussions on the opportunities and issues of industry can take place, and publishing journals and books; granting medals, scholarships and other awards; all such other charitable means.
How much income did Society Of Chemical Industry report in 2024?
Society Of Chemical Industry reported total income of £4.38m and reported expenditure of £4.26m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Society Of Chemical Industry?
Society Of Chemical Industry has a program ratio of 90.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Society Of Chemical Industry registered as a charity?
Society Of Chemical Industry was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 206883. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Society Of Chemical Industry?
Society Of Chemical Industry is governed by a board of 18 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Society Of Chemical Industry operate?
Society Of Chemical Industry operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Society Of Chemical Industry a registered charity?
Yes — Society Of Chemical Industry is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 206883.
Details
14-15 BELGRAVE SQUARE
LONDON
SW1X 8PS
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesOther notable Arts charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- S C I
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated