While REACH is a chemical-related regulation, why do manufacturers of physical, tangible products need to worry about a chemical management policy?
Under REACH, those physical, tangible products (e.g. toys, cutlery, garments, and electrical appliances including the smaller components and spare parts that are integral to the product’s function) are generally to be classified as articles. They are manufactured with and from various chemical substances. In addition to establish the chemical inventory within the European Community, REACH also aims to better control the use of dangerous substances (restricted substances and SVHC), this obviously includes the restriction of certain substances or certain uses. The use of dangerous substances on those physical, tangible products is also covered.
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