REACH chemicals law hampers EU recycling goals

EurActiv reported that the REACH chemical safety regulation is creating headaches for recycled products manufacturers, hampering the European Union's efforts to decrease its reliance on imported raw materials. The European Commission has only begun acknowledging the problem, saying it will take time to address.

ESO: Background information: REACH chemical safety review: Re-opening a can of worms? http://www.europeansources.info/record/reach-chemical-safety-review-re-opening-a-can-of-worms/

ESO: Background information: REACH benefits not obvious yet, EU admits http://www.europeansources.info/record/reach-benefits-not-obvious-yet-eu-admits/

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