Welcome to the SDC

The SDC is the world's leading independent, educational charity dedicated to advancing the science and technology of colour worldwide. Our mission is to communicate the science of colour in a changing world.

SDC is a professional, chartered society.  Becoming a member gives access to SDC's Professional Coloration Qualifications including the elite Chartered Colourist status.  

We have an international network of regions and activities. 

CSI Colour Award 2012

  We are delighted to provide
  some inspiration for everyone
  interested in the CSI Colour
  Award 2012

Sponsored by Color Solutions International. If you are creative, imaginative and can use colour to create a unique trend card for Fashion Apparel then this competition is for you!

As an educational resource, the spectrum of colour and textile-related publications available from SDC is second to none. 

From basic information about colour for a non-technical audience, through to specialist colour resources, our publications are available online and offline through books, newsletters, magazines and journals including:

Coloration Technology - the world's leading peer-reviewed journal dealing with the appliction of colour

The Colourist - SDC's quarterly Members' magazine

Books - our catalogue of over 25 textbooks reaches hundreds of students of colour science globally, and we have new editions planned for 2011

SDC Technology Transfer

Environmentally friendly, cost saving solutions for dyeing and finishing

 

A dedicated team of consultants, experts in every field of textile coloration, offering value for money, specialist advice. 

Our consultancy focuses on innovation and good performance, leading to efficiency and profitability, combined with a commitment to sustainability through energy saving and good environmental practice. 

For measurable, sustainable results, SDC technology transfer can provide expert direction through the maze of 21st century colour physics.

Read on for case studies and further details.