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Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals Regulation

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Evaluation of 1-Phenylethanol Highlights Carcinogenic and Irritation Risks in Consumer and Industrial Applications

The evaluation of 1-phenylethanol identifies carcinogenic and eye irritation risks, widely used in cleaning, fragrances, and pharmaceuticals.

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MSC to Continue Discussions on Substance Prioritisation Approach for Authorisation List

MSC reviews its substance prioritisation approach for the Authorisation List, with discussions to continue in December 2024, aimed at enhancing regulatory efficiency.

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MSC Endorses Hyalella Azteca Test for Bioaccumulation Studies under REACH

The Member State Committee unanimously approves the Hyalella Azteca (HYBIT) test as the new standard for bioaccumulation studies under REACH.

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ECHA Identifies Regulatory Needs for Reaction Products of Carboxylic Acids and Polyethylenepolyamines

ECHA report highlights regulatory concerns for carboxylic acids and polyethylenepolyamines with future restrictions likely.

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MSC Identifies Triphenyl Phosphate as Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) Due to Endocrine Disruption

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Guidance

EU REACH Compliance: Essential Guide for Non-EU Companies

Make your products competitive on the EEA and NI markets by developing a robust EU REACH compliance strategy.

Achieve REACH Compliance in 3 Steps: A Guide to the REACH Regulation

Maintain REACH compliance with this easy to follow guide written by our team of experts. Learn more.

Tools

REACH Lead Registrant Finder

Efficiently fulfill REACH registration with our Lead Registrant Finder. Obtain Letters of Access and essential study information quickly and effortlessly, ensuring full compliance with ease.

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Legislation Overview

Legislation name
REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
Applicable to
European Economic Area
Northern Ireland

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Purpose
High protection level from chemical risks, enhance innovation, competitiveness.
Scope
Production, use of chemicals and their impacts on health, environment.
Key requirements
Registration, evaluation, authorization, restriction of chemicals.
Penalties
Effective, proportionate, dissuasive penalties by Member States
EXEMPTIONS
Certain exemptions for types of substances
Guidance
ECHA provides extensive guidance documents, tools, and databases to support compliance with REACH requirements.