Scope and exemptions

Generally, UK REACH applies to all individual chemical substances on their own, in mixtures or in articles. Some aspects of UK REACH only apply at one tonne per year or more. For more information go to our guidance on UK REACH registration.

Some substances are specifically excluded:

Radioactive substances
Substances under customs supervision
The transport of substances
Non-isolated intermediates
Waste
Some naturally occurring low-hazard substances

Some substances, covered by more specific legislation, have tailored provisions under UK REACH, including:

Human and veterinary medicines
Food and foodstuff additives
Plant protection products and biocides
Isolated intermediates
Substances used for research and development