EHPnet: European Chemicals Agency
2008

Overview of REACH and ECHA

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Author Information

Author(s): Dooley Erin E.

Primary Institution: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

Conclusion

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) was established to manage the implementation of the REACH legislation for chemicals in Europe.

Supporting Evidence

  • ECHA was set up to implement and manage the REACH legislation.
  • The ECHA website provides resources for industry, policymakers, and the public.
  • REACH-IT allows companies to submit chemical registration information online.

Takeaway

There's a new rule in Europe to keep track of chemicals, and a special agency helps companies understand what they need to do.

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