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European Commission Postpones REACH Revision Beyond 2025
The long-awaited revision of the EU REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 has been delayed again. The European Commission’s internal planning document (SEC(2025) 2543 final, 3 November 2025), outlining possible agenda items for meetings between 12 November 2025 and 28 January 2026, does not list the REACH revision among the key legislative proposals. This confirms that the proposal will not be tabled in 2025 and is now expected in 2026, depending on progress with the revised impact assessment and inter-service consultation.
RSB Rejection Causes Further Delay
The delay also follows reports that the Regulatory Scrutiny Board (RSB) issued a negative opinion on the Commission’s impact assessment supporting the REACH revision in September 2025. The RSB reportedly requested further analysis from the Directorate-General for Environment before the proposal could proceed, contributing to the postponement of the legislative process.
Background and Objectives
Originally announced under the EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability, the REACH revision aims to strengthen data requirements, improve risk management for hazardous substances, and streamline administrative procedures.
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