REACHkemikaalisäädökset

REACHkemikaali is a term that can refer to a chemical substance registered under the European Union's REACH regulation. REACH, which stands for Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals, is a comprehensive legal framework designed to improve the protection of human health and the environment from the risks that can be posed by chemicals.

Under REACH, companies that manufacture or import chemical substances into the European Economic Area (EEA) in quantities of one tonne or more per year are required to register these substances with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). The registration process involves submitting a technical dossier containing information about the substance's properties, uses, and potential risks. Depending on the tonnage manufactured or imported, this dossier may also include a chemical safety report (CSR) detailing how the substance can be safely used.

The term "REACHkemikaali" therefore implies that a specific chemical has undergone this registration process. This means that a significant amount of data regarding its hazards and risks has been evaluated by ECHA and relevant authorities. Consumers and downstream users can often access information about REACH-registered substances through ECHA's database. The regulation aims to ensure that all chemicals placed on the market are handled safely and that risks are adequately managed.