Substances in nanoform – Revision of REACH information requirements needed

ECHA has agreed with policy makers at the Agency’s Management Board meeting in December 2017 that the information requirements under REACH require revision. The lack of hazard information impedes the risk assessment and identification of the potential need for further risk management measures for nanomaterials on the EU market. <link https: echa.europa.eu documents mb_57_2017_echa_strategy_nanoforms_en.pdf f913484f-9a21-02bc-d386-8cb68d0027a4 _blank>ECHA’s strategy for substances with nanoforms highlights the need for increased cooperation with Member States.

You can find more information on the <link https: euon.echa.europa.eu view-article journal_content title _blank>website of the European Union Observatory for Nanomaterials.