UK: Satra to host REACH seminar
12/12/2012
REACH came into force in 2007 to help protect human health and the environment from hazardous chemicals. It applies to every product imported into or manufactured within the EU and has implications for the entire supply chain, including leather and footwear.
The seminar will explain the legal obligations of a retailer under REACH, explore what they need to do to demonstrate compliance, and discuss the chemicals and substances cited in the legislation. It will also focus on practical steps for managing SVHCs (substances of very high concern) and restricted substances, and will look at similar legislation in other parts of the world.
John Hubbard, Satra’s environment and sustainability consultant, will be leading the seminar. He said: “Under REACH, retailers must be able to show that the products they sell meet the requirements set out for the presence of restricted chemicals.
“Although this legislation has been in place for a few years, many retailers still find it daunting - that’s why we’ve designed this seminar. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions throughout the day so they can leave confident that they know the steps they should take to comply with the regulations.”
Martin Heels, who leads Satra’s chemical analysis team, added: “At Satra, we have more than 90 years’ experience in the research, development and testing of consumer products and we have been following the developments in the REACH legislation closely. Our staff carry out testing in our sophisticated chemical analysis laboratory on a daily basis, so we are well placed to answer any questions.”
The seminar will take place in Kettering, UK, on February 26, 2013.
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