REACH services – Ensure chemical safety and regulatory compliance
The REACH Regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals), EC No. 1907/2006, is an EU chemicals regulation that applies to all companies that manufacture, import, or use chemicals. Compliance with REACH requirements is a legal obligation—but also a competitive advantage.
The objective of the REACH Regulation is to protect human health and the environment from the risks posed by chemicals, while enhancing the competitiveness of the EU chemicals industry.
Companies must demonstrate the safe use of substances to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and inform users about appropriate risk management measures. In the long term, the most hazardous substances must be replaced with safer alternatives. The REACH Regulation affects manufacturers, importers, and downstream users. Obligations also apply to products purchased from outside the EU and are fulfilled by importers operating within the EU or by the manufacturer’s appointed representatives.
Why is REACH important for your company?
- Regulatory compliance: Avoid sanctions and disruptions to your business.
- Safety and responsibility: Protect employees, client, and the environment.
- Competitiveness: Responsible operations build trust and open new market opportunities.
- Cost efficiency: Timely REACH registration and effective risk management reduce unnecessary expenses.
Our Services cover the entire REACH process
We provide expert support throughout every stage of REACH compliance – from registration to ongoing monitoring.
Before REACH registration
- Obligation assessments and action plans
- Registration exemption and restriction assessments
- Substance identity evaluations
- Data gap analyses and testing strategies
- PPORD notifications
During the REACH registration phase
- REACH registrations and their maintenance
- Review of registration dossiers
- Data management and communication tools (REACH-IT, IUCLID)
- Chemical Safety Assessments (CSA)
- Preparation and evaluation of exposure scenarios
Additional REACH services
- Downstream user obligations (CSR, exposure scenario compliance assessment)
- Substance and obligation monitoring (SVHC, restricted substances, authorised substances)
- Substances in articles
- Consulting and training
- Toxicological and ecotoxicological services
- Authority communication and consortium management
- Authorisation applications for the use of substances subject to authorisation
- End-of-Waste assessments (materials, by-products, circular economy)
Our REACH process
1. Assessment – We identify your company’s REACH obligations and risks
2. Plan – We create an action plan and schedule
3. Execution – We manage registrations, assessments, and authority communication
4. Continuous Support – We monitor substances and regulations and provide training
Why choose Sweco as your REACH partner?
- Expertise: Years of experience in managing REACH requirements
- Comprehensive solutions: Services from registration to ongoing regulatory monitoring
- Cost efficiency: Optimised processes and clear operating models
- Reliability: Close cooperation with authorities and consortia
What does REACH mean?
REACH is an EU chemicals regulation that requires the registration, evaluation, authorisation and restriction of chemicals. Its purpose is to ensure the safe use of chemical substances.
Who do REACH requirements apply to?
All companies that manufacture, import or use chemicals in the EU – including companies that import products from outside the EU.
What happens If REACH registration is not completed?
A company may lose the right to sell or use chemicals in the EU, and non-compliance can result in significant penalties.
How does REACH affect the circular economy?
End-of-Waste products are also subject to obligations under chemicals legislation. This includes the REACH Regulation, which may provide certain exemptions for recycled materials, supporting the circular economy and sustainable development