Which substances have to be registered?

Registration is required for all substances:

• as defined in Article 3 (1) of the REACH Regulation;
• manufactured in or imported into the Community in quantities of 1 tonne or more per registrant per year;
• unless they are explicitly exempted from the scope of registration according to Article 2 (1) to (3) and Annexes IV and V or partially exempted according to Article 2 (5-9) of the REACH Regulation;
• irrespective of whether they are classified as dangerous or not.

If you want to know whether you have to register a substance you should first consult the Guidance on Registration (Section 1.6 – What to register). This guidance provides definitions, explanations and you will also find information on substances exempted from registration. See also Registration information.