EC Looks To Reduce REACH Burden For Smaller Firms

REACH is already making an impact on chemicals safety in Europe, according to a report from the European Commission. However, improvements can be made, including fee reductions for small and middle-sized enterprises, the EC says.

The European Commission aims to reduce costs under the EU’s Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals program, particularly the burden on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to a report published Feb. 5.

REACH shows early signs of improving chemicals safety in Europe, as designed, although positive effects on public health are not...

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