Policy briefs

What does it take to get REACH to where it needs to be? What was ChemSec’s reply to the PFAS public consultation? What did we write to top EU leaders in a joint letter with 35 other environmental NGOs?

Find out all of this — and much more — right here on this page. This is where you find ChemSec policy briefs, open letters and official input to EU policy processes.

Response to the proposed chromium (VI) restriction

AUGUST 2026 — ChemSec welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on the draft SEAC opinion regarding the restriction proposal for chromium (VI) substances.

Feedback on Caracal 58

JULY 2026 — ChemSec offers feedback on the latest Caracal meeting, including notes on the REACH Restrictions Roadmap, Innovation and Substitution Hubs, and Critical Chemicals Alliance.

36 NGOs urge EU leaders to deliver safer chemicals

FEBRUARY 2026 — Europe is facing a chemical pollution crisis, contributing to severe diseases and resulting in billions of Euros in health, environmental, and societal costs each year. The high level of protection promised under EU law has not been delivered. This needs to change.

So, together with 35 other NGOs, we sent a letter to top EU leaders demanding they stay true to REACH’s primary objective: a high level of protection of human health and the environment.

REACH revision: Here’s how to get it right

JANUARY 2025 — It is no secret that Europe’s chemicals regulation needs a facelift. ChemSec is determined to help overworked officials with their most challenging task — to simplify REACH and protect people and the planet in the same go.

What you’re about to read regarding the REACH revision would not only streamline and simplify the regulation. It would also see the EU maintain its leadership position, securing a level playing field, competitiveness and a circular economy while increasing health and environmental protection. Oh, and it would simultaneously reduce public costs.