REACH
(Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)EU chemical regulation with 200+ restricted substances, broader scope than RoHS.
Definition
REACH is the EU's comprehensive chemical regulation requiring registration of all chemical substances manufactured or imported into the EU. It maintains a Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) list of 200+ substances that require disclosure if present above 0.1% by weight. REACH has broader scope than RoHS, affecting nearly every industry using chemicals. For PCB procurement, REACH compliance requires material declarations from your supply chain. Your customers may require REACH compliance statements, especially for products sold in the EU.