REACH chemical regulations in the EU and the UK – international conflict?

Mark Rowbotham
Mark Rowbotham
Customs, Excise & VAT Consultant, PORTCULLIS ISC, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Published 02 Nov 2023
REACH chemical regulations in the EU and the UK – international conflict?
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In the manufacturing industry, there are often complex supply chains where chemical substances cross borders between the UK and the EU several times. In this article we provide an overview of how REACH works in the EU (including the current revision) and in the UK, the implications for businesses and also address the Windsor Framework for Northern Ireland. Most companies use chemicals, sometimes even without realising it, therefore you need to check your obligations if you handle any chemicals in your industrial or professional activity. You might have some responsibilities under EU REACH or UK REACH or both.

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