EU REACHSVHC testing process for daily chemical products
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REACH is the European Union's regulation on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH). It is a proposed regulation covering the safety of chemical production, trade, and use. This detailed guide to the EU REACH SVHC testing process for household chemical products can be summarized into five core steps:
I. Confirming Testing Needs and Responsibilities
1. Applicable Product Scope
- Household chemical products (such as detergents, cosmetics, perfumes, shampoos, etc.) exported to the EU market with an SVHC content greater than 0.1% (by weight) and an annual export volume of 1 ton or more are subject to mandatory testing and notification to ECHA.
- High-risk substances: Focus on plasticizers (DEHP/DBP), formaldehyde, heavy metals (lead/cadmium), and allergens in fragrances.
2. Exemptions
- Products with an annual export volume of less than 1 ton or an SVHC content ≤ 0.1% are exempt from testing.
II. Selecting a Laboratory and Submitting an Application
1. Qualification Requirements
- Laboratories with ECHA accreditation or CNAS/CMA certification (such as Dezewei Testing) are preferred.
2. Submitted Materials
| Material Type | Specific Requirements
| Application Form | Fill in product name, bill of materials (BOM), intended use, and export volume
| Technical Documentation | Provide formula (key ingredients may remain confidential), MSDS report, and production process description
| Declaration of Compliance | Signed SVHC Testing Guarantee
III. Sample Preparation and Submission Specifications
1. Sample Requirements
- Liquids/Pastes (e.g., shampoo, lotion): Provide 100-200g of finished product, packaged in sealed containers.
- Solids (e.g., soap, laundry detergent): Provide at least 200g of a well-mixed sample.
- Multi-component products (e.g., hair dye A/B): Provide separate samples for each component.
2. Special Handling
- Daily chemical products containing additives such as fragrances and pigments require separate additive samples for group testing.
IV. Test Execution and Report Generation
1. Test Method
- SVHC content is analyzed using GC-MS (gas chromatography-mass spectrometry) or ICP-OES (inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy).
2. Core Process
A [Laboratory Sample Received] --> B [Is it a Mixture?]
B -- Yes --> C [Grouped and Mixed Testing by Material]
B -- No --> D [Direct Testing of a Single Material]
C --> E [Comparison to SVHC List Limits]
D --> E
E --> F [Generate Test Report]
3. Cycle and Cost
- Cycle: Routine testing: 5-7 working days (plus additional fees for urgent requests).
- Cost:
- Single Material: ¥800-1500
- Mixed Material: ¥2000-3000 (depending on the complexity of the components)
V. Report Use and Compliance Management
1. Report Content
- Must include the version of the SVHC list (currently 250 items), test methods, and details of the exceeded substances.
2. Notification Obligations
- If a product exceeds the limit (>0.1% and annual volume ≥1 ton), a notification document must be submitted to ECHA within 45 days.
3. Labeling Requirements
- Products exceeding the limit must be labeled:
- ⚠️ "Contains SVHC substances"
- Safety instructions (e.g., keep out of reach of children).
Key Notes
1. Dynamic List Updates
- The SVHC list is updated semi-annually (published on the ECHA website). It is recommended to review the latest version before exporting each batch.
2. Interactions with Cosmetics Regulations
- Cosmetics must comply with the EU Cosmetics Regulation, and testing must cover banned substances such as phthalates.
Summary of the Process
A [Confirm annual export volume ≥ 1 ton] --> B [Select ECHA/CNAS laboratory]
B --> C [Submit formula and application form]
C --> D [Submit 100-200g sample for testing]
D --> E [Laboratory group testing]
E --> F [Does it exceed the standard?]
F - Yes --> G [Notify ECHA and label]
F - No --> H [Obtain compliance report]
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