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EU REACH Registration for Indian Chemical Exporters

Exporting chemicals and articles to the European Union.
23 September 2026 by
EU REACH Registration for Indian Chemical Exporters
Gaurav Kumar
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The short answer

Under the EU REACH Regulation, substances manufactured in or imported into the EU in quantities of one tonne or more per year must be registered with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). Indian manufacturers typically appoint an EU-based Only Representative to register on their behalf, join substance information exchange forums, and submit dossiers based on tonnage bands.

RegulationEU REACH
AgencyECHA
Threshold1 tonne per year
Non-EU makersOnly Representative

Who needs REACH

  • Exporters of chemicals to the EU
  • Exporters of mixtures and some articles containing SVHCs

Process

  1. Identify substances and tonnage.
  2. Appoint Only Representative.
  3. Join SIEF and share data.
  4. Submit dossier to ECHA.

Costs

Depend on tonnage band and data sharing costs.

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Ongoing

Update dossiers, communicate safety data and monitor SVHC list.

Frequently asked questions

Does REACH apply to finished goods?

Articles with SVHC above thresholds have notification and communication duties.

What is an Only Representative?

An EU entity appointed by a non-EU manufacturer to fulfil REACH obligations.

Is UK REACH separate?

Yes, the UK has its own REACH regime.

What is SVHC?

Substances of very high concern listed by ECHA.

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