The European Commission has extended the deadline for 88 existing authorisations for chromium (VI) so that companies already authorised to use chromium (VI) substances do not have to prepare and submit review reports when when a Commission decision is not expected before a new REACH restriction on these substances enters into force.

ECHA’s scientific committees are currently preparing their opinions on the Cr(VI) restriction. Their final opinion is expected by the end of 2026. 

The Commission Regulation on the restriction, which will replace the current REACH authorisation for these substances, is expected by the end of 2028.