Ukraine REACH Regulatory Compliance

The Ukrainian REACH regulation will officially take effect on January 23, 2025.

Pre-registration and registration deadlines

Pre-registration period: January 26, 2025 - January 26, 2026

The full registration deadline is divided into three phases based on the tonnage and hazard level of the substances:

• October 1, 2026: Substances produced at or above 1,000 t/a, CMR substances (Category 1A and 1B) at or above 1 t/a, and very toxic to aquatic life substances (Category H400/H410) at or above 100 t/a;
• June 1, 2028: Substances produced or imported at 100-1,000 t/a; and
• March 1, 2030: Substances produced or imported at 1-100 t/a.

The Ukrainian REACH marks an important step for Ukraine in aligning with EU chemical safety standards and also presents new compliance challenges for businesses. Companies need to closely monitor regulatory developments, take proactive measures, and ensure registration is completed within the specified timeframes to maintain trade activities in the Ukrainian market.

Applicants

• Importers;
• Manufacturers;
• Only Representatives (OR): Non-Ukrainian manufacturers can appoint an OR within Ukraine to carry out pre-registration and registration tasks under Ukrainian REACH.

Substances for pre-registration

All substances produced or imported at a volume of 1 ton or more per year need to be pre-registered.

Unlike the EU REACH, Ukrainian REACH does not differentiate between new and existing substances for pre-registration. Any substances at or above 1 t/a could all submit pre-registration.

Pre-registration process

Manufacturers, importers, or ORs must submit a chemical pre-registration application via the Ukrainian national online portal.

Pre-registration information

• The application must include the identification and contact information of the manufacturer, importer, or OR.
• Chemical identification information must be provided, including the name, CAS number, molecular formula, and structural formula.

Our Services

• Ukraine REACH consulting and training;
• Ukraine REACH only representatives;
• Ukraine REACH pre-registration and full registration;
• SDS and Labeling preparation under UA CLP.