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01/07/2026

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IFRA welcomes European Commission’s commitment to not fully review REACH Regulation

The European Commission has confirmed it will not pursue a full legislative overhaul of REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals), a decision IFRA welcomes as providing much needed certainty for the fragrance industry.

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Rather than reopening the legislative text, the Commission will pursue targeted modernization through comitology, along with stronger enforcement against non-compliant imports and online sales. IFRA supports this approach and is pushing for: case-specific, science-based assessment instead of a blanket Mixture Assessment Factor; an exposure-based prioritization roadmap before regulatory action; stronger dialogue with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and Member States; and proportionate rules for low-tonnage substances, key for our sector.

IFRA stands ready to support EU policymakers in adjusting REACH to ensure safety, foster innovation, and strengthen Europe's competitiveness.

Published 01/07/2026 • Updated on 01/07/2026

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