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what is the REACH scope?

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Substances on their own, Substances in Preparations (a mixture or solution composed of two or more substances) and to some extent, Substances in Articles* are all impacted by REACH.

There are however some key exclusions from scope of the Regulation which include: Non-isolated intermediates, radioactive substances, substances under customs supervision and Waste material.

Examples of exemptions from Registration and Evaluation are:

  • Substances manufactured/imported below 1 ton/yr (per manufacturer / importer).
  • Annex V Substances including substances occurring in nature, if not chemically modified, eg. Natural gas, crude oil.
  • Polymers (but monomers and certain additives are subject to REACH requirements).
  • Substances for Product and Process-Oriented Research and Development (PPORD). A Notification is required; exemption period of 5 years (renewable under condition).
  • Substances used in products covered by specific end use legislation, such as medicinal products, foodstuffs.

 

 

(*an object with a shape, surface or design that determines its function)