Introduction to the chemical registration regulations in Ukraine and Brazil

Ukraine has officially approved the "Technical Regulation on Chemical Safety" (Ukraine REACH, abbreviated as UA-REACH), aligned with the EU REACH standards. This regulation aims to protect human health and the environment from the risks associated with chemical substances, facilitating the unrestricted circulation of chemicals in the marketplace. In 2025, Ukraine REACH will officially commence its pre-registration phase, necessitating enterprises exporting to Ukraine to take advantage of the pre-registration window. Furthermore, the Ukrainian government has officially endorsed the regulations for the Classification, Labeling and Packaging of Chemicals (CLP), known as the Ukrainian CLP Regulations. This regulation aligns with the EU CLP Regulations and the United Nations GHS Regulations, aiming to harmonize the classification and labeling rules for chemicals globally. Relevant enterprises should comprehend and implement the GHS system, gather and assess chemical information, classify and label chemicals accordingly, ensuring their compliance.

Brazil's chemical market is the largest in Latin America, making significant contributions to global chemical production and consumption.  As the leading economy in South America, Brazil plays a crucial role among the BRICS nations, offering vast market potential. With the recent implementation of Brazil REACH, enterprises should comprehend the chemical regulations and policies of the destination countries for export to adequately prepare for regulatory compliance.