Who should review REACH?
Manufacturers and importers should consider REACH whenever products contain materials, chemicals, coatings, adhesives or other substances that may trigger restrictions, information duties or additional supply-chain obligations.
Questions to ask suppliers
- What substances or materials are present in the product?
- Are any substances restricted or subject to authorization?
- Are SVHC communication duties relevant?
- Do supplier declarations cover the exact materials and components used?
- Could packaging, coatings, adhesives or accessories create additional obligations?
- Is the supply chain prepared to update information when substances or thresholds change?
Useful documentation
Material declarations
Structured information about substances and composition.
Supplier statements
Current declarations tied to the purchased component or material.
Test evidence
Targeted analytical evidence where supplier information is insufficient.
Change records
Evidence that changes in materials or suppliers trigger a new review.