The EU REACH chemical reporting process for plastic packaging materials
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The EU REACH chemical report processing procedure for plastic packaging materials
1、 Pre preparation stage
1. Confirm product scope and material information
Clearly define the types of plastic packaging materials (such as PE, PP, PVC, PET, etc.)
Statistics on the types of raw materials and supplier information involved in the product
Prepare product technical parameters and formula table (if any)
2. Choose a testing institution
Prioritize selecting third-party laboratories with CNAS/CMA accreditation qualifications
Confirm that the institution has REACH testing capabilities (such as Dezewei Testing CNAS registration number: L8083)
Verify the laboratory's recognition in the EU market
2、 Application and sample submission stage
3. Submit application materials
Fill out the REACH testing application form
Provide product samples (usually 2-3 sets)
Submit Product Material List (BOM)
If available, provide past test reports or supplier statements
4. Laboratory evaluation and quotation
The laboratory determines the testing plan based on the type of material used
Products with a single material have lower testing costs
Materials with multiple materials or containing special additives require additional testing items
3、 Test execution phase
5. Chemical analysis testing
XRF screening: rapid qualitative and quantitative analysis of heavy metal elements
Solvent extraction method: detecting the content of soluble harmful substances
GC-MS analysis: screening for organic compounds (such as phthalates, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, etc.)
Testing standards are usually based on methods such as EN 14372, ISO 18861, etc
6. Key testing items
|Substance Category | Representative Substance | Limited Requirements
|SVHC substances of high concern | Cadmium, lead, ortho benzene, etc. | ≤ 0.1% wt
|Phthalates | DEHP, DBP, BBP, DIBP | Single item ≤ 0.1%
|Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons | 16 types of naphthalene, phenanthrene, pyrene, etc. | Attention should be paid to skin contact products
4、 Report issuance stage
7. Result evaluation and report preparation
The laboratory issues a formal REACH compliance test report
The report includes product information, testing methods, test results, and conclusion judgments
If it is not qualified, the reasons for exceeding the standard need to be analyzed and rectified before resubmitting for inspection
8. Cycle and Cost Reference
|Project | Reference Scope
|Processing cycle | 5-7 working days (regular)
|Testing fee | 1000-3000 yuan (depending on the type of material)
|Report validity period | No fixed term, but material changes require retesting
5、 Subsequent compliance management
9. Supply chain compliance transmission
Obtain REACH conformity declaration for raw materials from upstream suppliers
Establish supplier material compliance files
Ensure product consistency and avoid material changes not being evaluated in a timely manner
10. Market access and continuous monitoring
Attach REACH report or declaration of conformity with the goods
Pay attention to the update of REACH candidate list (approximately 5-10 new SVHC added annually)
Regular re inspection to respond to regulatory changes
Reminder: If plastic packaging materials are used for food contact purposes, they must also meet the requirements of the EU Food Contact Materials Regulation (EU) No 10/2011. It is recommended to evaluate them together.
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