Background
According to the new EU legislation, REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals), all EU based manufacturers and importers of chemicals are required to register chemicals that are manufactured or imported in yearly tonnages exceeding a certain level.
Novozymes’ technical enzymes (used for detergent, leather, special tech, forestry, textile, fuel ethanol etc.) are regarded as chemicals and are therefore subject to the REACH registration. The incentive behind REACH is to improve the protection of human health and the environment from the risks that can be posed by chemicals.
A welcomed step towards sustainable industrial development
Novozymes welcomes REACH. In essence it reflects Novozymes’ business strategy, where Novozymes strives to substitute highly dangerous chemicals with sustainable enzymatic or biological solutions, while ensuring safety of use.
Novozymes implements all requirements of REACH as they come into force in order to ensure uninterrupted supply to customers.
Where to go with your REACH enquiry
At Novozymes, a REACH team works intensively with all aspects of REACH. You are welcome to contact Novozymes’ REACH specialists at REACH@novozymes.com