What is REACH Annex XVII?
REACH stands for Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals, and is a European-wide legislation aimed at promoting the use of safe chemicals substances. REACH, Annex XVII regulations particularly affect industries that use products, such as PUR hot melt adhesives in manufacturing processes.
REACH compliance requires that labeling requirements are implemented for products that that contain diisocyanates (in concentrations above 0.1% by weight). Additionally, as of August 24, 2023, all professional users must receive adequate training and be certified before using these products.
However, Micro Emission (ME) adhesives with concentrations of diisocyanates below 0.1% by weight are classified as non-hazardous and therefore, exempt from the labeling and training requirement.
As a longstanding leader in sustainable adhesive solutions, Henkel offers a range of Micro Emission PUR hotmelt adhesives to help improve productivity, efficiency, and safety.