EU REACH ANNEX XVII

June 2026

Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/1168 amends REACH Annex XVII Entry 78
Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/1168 of 1 June 2026 amends Annex XVII to REACH Regulation. The regulation modifies Entry 78 concerning synthetic polymer microparticles restrictions. Compliance teams should review the amendment to understand any changes to scope, transitional periods, or compliance obligations for microplastic-containing products.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII Entry 78

April 2026

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has announced updates to EU REACH Annex XVII restrictions involving PFHxA-related substances and 2,4-Dinitrotoluene (2,4-DNT). The updates introduce new restrictions and compliance obligations for products and materials containing these substances within the European Union market.
The PFHxA restriction, effective October 2026, targets PFHxA, its salts, and related substances due to concerns regarding environmental persistence and human exposure. The 2,4-DNT restriction, effective May 10, 2027, introduces additional controls on the use and placing on the market of this hazardous chemical substance.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII

EU restricts 2,4-dinitrotoluene in articles under REACH Annex XVII
Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/859 amends Annex XVII to REACH by adding a new restriction on 2,4-dinitrotoluene in articles. The restriction limits the manufacture, placing on the market, and use of this substance. Companies manufacturing or importing articles containing 2,4-dinitrotoluene must assess compliance with the new restriction conditions.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII

October 2025

EU bans PFAS in firefighting foams under REACH Annex XVII Entry 82
Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/1988 adds Entry 82 to Annex XVII, restricting PFAS in firefighting foams. The restriction prohibits PFAS at concentrations ≥1 mg/L. Operational and labeling obligations begin October 23, 2026 - PFAS foams may only be used for Class B fires, with emissions reduction requirements and separate collection of unused stock. Full prohibition takes effect October 23, 2030.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII

August 2025

EU adds 16 new CMR substances to REACH Annex XVII restrictions
Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/1731 amends Annex XVII to REACH by adding 16 new CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, or Reproductive Toxic) Category 1B substances to Appendices 2, 4, and 6. Companies placing these substances in consumer articles must comply with concentration limits ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 ppm depending on CMR classification.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII

June 2025

PPD added to EU Restrictions Roadmap Pool 0 as intended restriction
The EU Restrictions Roadmap was amended on 27 June 2025 to include PPD (p-Phenylenediamine) in Pool 0, indicating an intention to prepare a restriction dossier. This signals that a formal REACH Annex XVII restriction proposal for PPD is planned. Companies using PPD should monitor developments as restriction proceedings may begin.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII

EU restricts DMAC and NEP under REACH Annex XVII
Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/1090 amends Annex XVII to REACH by adding restrictions on N,N-dimethylacetamide (DMAC) and 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one (NEP). These solvents are subject to new restriction conditions for manufacture, use and placing on the market to protect human health.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII

April 2025

EU amends REACH Annex XVII Entry 50 for PAHs in clay targets
Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/660 amends Annex XVII Entry 50 to extend PAH content limits to clay targets (clay pigeons) used in sports shooting. The regulation addresses the presence of PAHs in binders used in clay targets.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII

Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/660 amends REACH Annex XVII
Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/660 of 1 April 2025 amends Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH). This regulation introduces changes to the restrictions list, requiring compliance teams to review affected substance entries and update compliance programs accordingly.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII

EU restricts PAHs in clay targets under REACH Annex XVII
Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/660 amends Annex XVII to REACH by establishing restrictions on polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in clay targets used in shooting sports. Clay targets containing PAHs above specified concentration limits will be prohibited from being placed on the EU market.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII

March 2025

Commission publishes Explanatory Guide for microplastics restriction under REACH Annex XVII Entry 78
The European Commission has published Version 1 of the Explanatory Guide for the REACH restriction of synthetic polymer microparticles (Entry 78 of Annex XVII). The guide provides comprehensive explanations of the restriction scope, definitions, transitional periods, derogations, and reporting obligations.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII Entry 78

Microplastics annual reporting requirement begins May 2027
Under Entry 78 of Annex XVII REACH (microplastics restriction), suppliers who supply synthetic polymer microparticles to professional users or the general public must comply with annual reporting obligations starting 31 May 2027.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII Entry 78

Explanatory Guide updated for microplastics restriction implementation
The European Commission has published updated Explanatory Guidance for implementing the synthetic polymer microparticles (SPM) restriction under Entry 78 of Annex XVII.
EU REACH ANNEX XVII Entry 78

May 2024

EU restricts D4, D5, D6 cyclic siloxanes under REACH Annex XVII Entry 70
Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/1328 amends Entry 70 of REACH Annex XVII to restrict octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4, CAS 556-67-2), decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5, CAS 541-02-6), and dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane (D6, CAS 540-97-6).
EU REACH ANNEX XVII Entry 70

July 2023

EU restricts formaldehyde in articles under REACH Annex XVII Entry 77
Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1464 adds Entry 77 to REACH Annex XVII restricting formaldehyde (CAS No 50-00-0, EC No 200-001-8) and formaldehyde-releasing substances in articles. From August 6, 2026, articles cannot be placed on the market if formaldehyde release exceeds specified limits. Exemptions apply to certain articles. EU REACH ANNEX XVII Entry 77