what is the REACH scope?

Substances on their own Substances in Preparations (a mixture or solution composed of two or more substances) To some extent, Substances in Articles (an object with a shape, surface or design that determines its function)
Key exclusions from scope of the Directive: Non-isolated intermediates Radioactive substances, substances under customs supervision Waste

Examples of exemptions from Registration and Evaluation are:

• Substances manufactured/imported below 1 ton/yr (per manufacturer / importer)
• Substances manufactured/imported below 1 ton/yr (per manufacturer / importer)
• Substances manufactured/imported below 1 ton/yr (per manufacturer / importer)
• Annex V Substances including substances occurring in nature, if not chemically modified, eg. Natural gas, crude oil.
• Polymers (but monomers additives are subject to REACH requirements)
• Substances for product and process-oriented research and development Notification required; exemption period of 5 years (renewable under condition)
• Substances used in products covered by specific end use legislation, such as medicinal products, foodstuffs