REACH

What

Which products need to comply with EU REACH?

• Substance

  1. Refers to chemical elements or compounds obtained through natural occurrence or artificial synthesis.
  2. Examples: CH4 (Methane), Sulfuric Acid, Ethyl Alcohol

• Mixture

  1. Refers to a mixture or solution containing two or more substances.
  2. Examples: Paint, Ink, Plastic Resin

• Article

  1. Products composed of substances or mixtures that are given a specific appearance or shape through design or manufacturing to fulfill strong functional requirements.
  2. Examples: Screw, Heat Shrink Tube, O-ring

Friendly Reminder: Most products on the market are "Complex Articles," such as: PCBs (Circuit boards), Monitors, Servers, etc. To comply with REACH requirements, complex articles must first be disassembled into individual "Articles."

Who

Who needs to comply with EU REACH?

EU REACH is a mandatory regulation established by EU legislation. All products placed on the EU market must comply with the REACH regulation. Unlike the RoHS Directive and POPs Regulation, REACH not only regulates how risks associated with chemicals are assessed and managed but also requires that information regarding these substances be provided to consumers.

Why

Why comply with EU REACH?

• The regulation supports the operation of the EU chemical industry by promoting the use of sustainable chemicals and reducing animal testing.
• Manufacturers entering the EU market should understand their roles and responsibilities within the REACH framework to ensure products meet regulatory requirements. This ensures smooth circulation in the EU market and protects manufacturers from penalties and fines.
• The RoHS Directive, REACH Regulation, and POPs Regulation are all mandatory requirements for exports to Europe. All three adopt similar regulatory mechanisms with the primary common goals of protecting human health and the environment. If products fail to comply, manufacturers may face penalties, fines, and requirements for product recall or destruction if discovered or reported to authorities across various countries and regions.

When

When did the regulation take effect?

Mandatory enforcement began on June 1, 2007, under Regulation (EC) 1907/2006.

Where

Which other countries and regions have regulations similar to REACH?

If you need to comply with specific REACH requirements in other countries or regions, feel free to discuss our REACH Total Solutions. With 32 accredited RoHS laboratories (ISO 17025) worldwide and a team of over 1,000 experienced technical experts, we provide regulatory technical discussions for products to ensure they meet diverse global REACH requirements.

How

How can article manufacturers comply with EU REACH?