UK REACH is the UK-specific version of the European Union's REACH regulations. It requires businesses to identify and manage the risks posed by the substances they manufacture and place on the market in Great Britain (GB). This includes substances produced in the UK, imported into the UK, or exported to other countries.

Under UK REACH, businesses must register their substances with the new UK REACH IT system if they meet certain criteria, such as if they are manufactured or imported in quantities greater than one tonne per year. They must also submit data to support the safe use of the substance, as well as comply with restrictions and authorization requirements if applicable.

In summary, UK REACH places responsibility on businesses to ensure that the substances they are placing on the market do not harm human health or the environment. Companies must take action to understand and manage the risks associated with their substances, and comply with the regulations to ensure the safety of their customers and the general public.

 

You must be able to demonstrate how the substance can be used safely and communicate risk management measures to users.

 

You will need to consider how you use chemicals to determine your role and obligations in the UK supply chain. Your previous role under EU REACH may have changed significantly under UK REACH, so you should review your roles (previous UK downstream users under EU REACH can now be importers under UK REACH).