EU-REACH • EU
EU REACH Regulation
EU regulation governing the registration, evaluation, authorisation and restriction of chemicals.
Topics
Chemicals
Description
REACH applies to the manufacture, import and use of chemical substances in the EU. It requires companies to identify and manage risks linked to substances they manufacture or place on the EU market.
What to do
- Determine whether the product contains substances subject to REACH obligations.
- Check registration and notification requirements for substances and mixtures.
- Assess obligations regarding SVHCs, authorisation and restrictions.
- Maintain documentation demonstrating REACH compliance.
References
- European Commission – REACH overviewhttps://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/chemicals/reach_en