Only Representative

How can non-EU companies support their OR to prepare for registrations?

The only representative is responsible for submitting a registration dossier or a pre-registration to take advantage from the extended registration deadlines for phase-in substances. In order to assist the OR under REACH, the "non-EU manufacturer" may wish to make himself aware of the information requirements...

What is the procedure to appoint an Only Representative?

The issue of becoming an only representative is a question of mutual agreement between the "non-EU manufacturer" and the natural or legal person established in the EU who is being appointed as an only representative. "Non-EU manufacturers" need to send a letter confirming this appointment to...

Who can be appointed as an Only Representative?

A non-EEA company (that can appoint an only representative) may, by mutual agreement, appoint a natural or legal person established in the European Economic Area (EEA) to act as his only representative. According to Article 8(2) of REACH this representative shall comply with all obligations...

Who can appoint an Only Representative?

According to Article 8(1) of REACH, a natural or legal person established outside of the EU who manufactures substances (to be used on their own, in mixtures and/or to produce articles), formulates mixtures or produces articles, can nominate an only representative located within the EU...