UK REACH

Great Britain Proposes UK REACH Restriction on Hazardous Substances in Tattoo Inks and Permanent Make-Up

Great Britain has notified a draft UK REACH restriction that would impose strict classification-based and substance-specific concentration limits, plus detailed labelling rules, for hazardous substances in tattoo inks and permanent make-up mixtures, with consultation open until 30 May 2026. For manufacturers, importers and studios supplying the GB market this signals an upcoming need to reformulate against UK REACH/UK CLP and UK Cosmetics thresholds, implement new ingredient and allergen labelling (including nickel and chromium(VI) warnings), and prepare for enforcement once the restriction is adopted.

10 Apr 2026, 11:00members.wto.orgUnited Kingdom

Great Britain HSE Agency Opinion Proposes Repr. 1B GB Mandatory Classification for Ulexite

The UK HSE has proposed a Repr. 1B mandatory classification for ulexite, aligning Great Britain with existing EU harmonised standards. This classification triggers future UK REACH restrictions on consumer supply and necessitates updated workplace safety controls and SDS compliance.

6 Apr 2026, 19:37hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain HSE Publishes New Batch of GB MCL Agency Opinions

The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has released a new batch of GB MCL Agency Opinions, proposing updated mandatory classifications for various industrial and biocidal substances. While these are not yet legally binding, they signal imminent regulatory shifts that will require manufacturers to review product labels, safety data sheets, and downstream compliance obligations.

6 Apr 2026, 16:35hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain: HSE Publishes Third UK REACH Annex 14 Recommendation

The UK HSE has finalized its third recommendation to add DOTE, DOTE/MOTE reaction mass, and tetraethyllead to the UK REACH Authorisation List (Annex 14). Impacted businesses should evaluate substitution options or prepare for complex authorization applications to maintain market access in Great Britain.

4 Apr 2026, 11:53hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain Publishes Guidance on UK REACH Lead Ammunition Restriction at Outdoor Shooting Ranges

UK REACH restrictions on lead ammunition at outdoor shooting ranges entered into force on April 1, 2026, with phased bans on lead shot and projectiles starting in 2028. Range operators and ammunition suppliers must implement mandatory risk-reduction measures and site reporting to secure derogations or transition to lead-free alternatives by 2029.

4 Apr 2026, 10:59gov.ukUnited Kingdom

GB HSE Issues Agency Opinion Proposing GB MCL For 3,5-Dimethylpyrazole

The UK HSE has proposed a mandatory classification (GB MCL) for 3,5-dimethylpyrazole as a Category 1B reproductive toxicant. This designation will likely trigger UK REACH restrictions on consumer sales and necessitate updated safety data sheets and workplace risk assessments across the paints, coatings, and textile sectors.

3 Apr 2026, 18:01hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

GB HSE Agency Opinion Proposes Repr. 1B GB MCL For Colemanite

The UK HSE has proposed a mandatory Repr. 1B (reproductive toxin) classification for colemanite, aligning Great Britain’s hazard standards with the EU. Impacted firms should prepare for mandatory relabeling and stricter workplace controls, while monitoring for subsequent consumer-use restrictions and SVHC listing under UK REACH.

3 Apr 2026, 18:01hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain: HSE Agency Opinion Proposes Skin Sens. 1B Classification for Thermally Treated Garlic Juice

The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has proposed a new mandatory classification for thermally treated garlic juice as a Skin Sensitiser (Category 1B) under GB CLP. This alignment with EU standards will trigger mandatory label and safety data sheet updates and may restrict the authorization of amateur-use biocidal products.

3 Apr 2026, 18:00hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain HSE Agency Opinion Proposes Carc. 1B GB MCL for EDTMP‑H

The UK HSE has proposed a new mandatory classification for EDTMP-H as a Category 1B carcinogen, aligning Great Britain with existing EU standards. This designation will trigger stricter workplace controls under COSHH and likely lead to future UK REACH restrictions on consumer use and potential SVHC listing.

3 Apr 2026, 18:00hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain HSE Proposes Carc. 1B GB MCL for EDTMP-CaNa (CAS 85480-89-3)

The UK HSE has proposed a new Carc. 1B mandatory classification for EDTMP-CaNa, a substance widely used in detergents, cosmetics, and industrial coatings. Adoption will likely trigger UK REACH consumer use restrictions and SVHC listing, requiring manufacturers to evaluate substitution strategies and prepare for significant labeling and SDS updates.

3 Apr 2026, 18:00hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain: HSE Agency Opinion Proposes Carc. 1B GB MCL for EDTMP‑K

The UK HSE has proposed a new mandatory classification of Carc. 1B (May cause cancer) for EDTMP-K under GB CLP. Businesses using this chelating agent in cleaning, construction, or cosmetic products must prepare for mandatory relabelling, SDS updates, and potential future UK REACH restrictions.

3 Apr 2026, 17:59hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain HSE Proposes Carc. 1B GB MCL for EDTMP-Na (CAS 22036-77-7)

The UK HSE has proposed a mandatory Carc. 1B classification for EDTMP-Na, aligning GB standards with EU hazard assessments for this widely used phosphonate. This development triggers future consumer use bans under UK REACH and necessitates urgent supply chain reviews for cleaning, cosmetic, and industrial product formulations.

3 Apr 2026, 17:59hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain Issues Agency Opinion Proposing Repr. 1B GB MCL for 2‑Pyrrolidone

The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has proposed a new mandatory classification for 2-pyrrolidone as Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B (H360D), aligning Great Britain with EU standards. Companies using this substance in inks, toners, or cleaning products must prepare for mandatory relabeling, updated safety data sheets, and potential future restrictions under UK REACH.

3 Apr 2026, 17:59hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain HSE Agency Opinion Proposes GB MCL for Eugenol

The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has proposed a mandatory classification for eugenol, aligning Great Britain with EU standards for acute toxicity, skin sensitisation, and respiratory effects. Companies should prepare for mandatory relabelling and safety data sheet updates, alongside reviewing workplace risk assessments under COSHH for products containing this widely used fragrance and biocidal ingredient.

3 Apr 2026, 17:57hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK Government Consults on New Core Product Safety Framework

The UK government has launched a consultation on a modernized, risk-based product safety framework to replace the 2005 regulations by mid-2026. Businesses should prepare for expanded supply chain duties—including for online marketplaces—and a shift toward digital labeling and AI-specific safety assessments.

1 Apr 2026, 08:08gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK RPC Issues Green Opinion On Extending UK REACH Transitional Registration Deadlines

The UK Regulatory Policy Committee has validated the government's assessment for extending UK REACH registration deadlines, marking a key procedural step toward the new Alternative Transitional Registration model (ATRm). This confirmation supports the expected delay in registration obligations, providing businesses with greater certainty that the timeline for data submission will be formally extended.

1 Apr 2026, 07:54gov.ukUnited Kingdom

DEFRA Publishes Government Response On ATRm Transitional Registration Under UK REACH

The UK government has confirmed the Alternative Transitional Registration Model (ATRm) for UK REACH, adopting reduced upfront data requirements for transitional registrations. This move lowers the immediate administrative burden for GB registrants and establishes a policy of general alignment with EU REACH risk management to minimize market divergence.

31 Mar 2026, 19:20gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK House Of Lords Debate Confirms No Immediate PFAS Ban For Consumer Products

The UK government confirmed in March 2026 that it currently has no plans for a blanket ban on PFAS in consumer products, opting for a phased approach. While immediate bans are off the table, businesses should accelerate supply chain mapping as the UK signals a long-term shift toward stricter transparency and targeted restrictions.

28 Mar 2026, 20:26hansard.parliament.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain Lays Draft REACH (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026 Extending UK REACH Deadlines

The UK Government has introduced draft regulations to formally extend transitional registration and compliance-check deadlines under UK REACH until 2027, 2028, and 2031. This provides critical breathing room for industry compliance planning and signals a continued divergence in data submission timelines between the UK and EU regimes.

28 Mar 2026, 18:58legislation.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK Journalist Reports Imminent Publication of Revised UK REACH ATRm

The UK government is reportedly preparing to publish revised legislation for the UK REACH Alternative Transitional Registration Model (ATRm) by Easter 2026. This signal suggests a significant reduction in registration costs and data requirements, potentially easing the compliance burden for companies operating in Great Britain.

25 Mar 2026, 17:09gov.ukUnited Kingdom