There’s been a lot of talk recently about the REACH regulation . In my opinion it is perhaps the most significant piece of legislation regulating chemical substances to come down the pike, and its impact will be felt by many industries around the globe.
What is REACH?
REACH is a European Union (EU) regulation governing the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization (and restriction) of Chemicals. It addresses the production and use of chemical substances, and their potential impacts on both human health and the environment .