REACH Compliance Service

REACH Regulation & Annex XVII Restrictions

What is REACH?

REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) is a comprehensive European Union regulation designed to ensure a high level of protection for human health and the environment from risks posed by chemicals.

Regulation reference:
EC No. 1907/2006

REACH places responsibility on manufacturers, importers, and distributors to identify and manage the risks associated with substances used in their products.

What is REACH Annex XVII?

Annex XVII is a key part of the REACH regulation that defines restrictions on the manufacture, placing on the market, and use of certain hazardous substances.

It specifies:

• Restricted substances

• Maximum concentration limits

• Applicable product categories

• Conditions of use