REACH and Desiccants

REACH and desiccants

Levosil has been compliant with the REACH regulation since it entered into force in 2007, managing registration, traceability and documentation of its desiccants according to European requirements.

What is the REACH regulation

REACH (EC 1907/2006) governs the use of chemical substances in the European Union.
It has been in force since 2007 and requires registration with ECHA of substances produced or imported in quantities above 1 tonne per year.

Desiccants under REACH

Common desiccants used in packaging — including silica gel, calcium chloride and molecular sieves — fall within the REACH framework.

In practice:

registration is required above 1 ton/year
safety data and traceability must be available throughout the supply chain

One important exception:

natural clay not chemically modified is exempt (Annex V – Entry 7)

Risks of non-compliance

Non-compliance with REACH has consequences across the entire supply chain.

For producers and importers:

customs blocking of goods
market withdrawal
financial penalties (defined at national level)
legal liability and reputational damage

For users:

possession of non-compliant products in the EU market
traceability issues
potential liability within the supply chain

REACH status of main desiccants

Desiccant	REACH status	Obligation
Silica gel	Subject to registration	Yes, above threshold
Calcium chloride	Subject to registration	Yes, above threshold
Molecular sieve	Subject to registration	Yes, above threshold
Natural clay	Exempt (if not modified)	No

Compliance and documentation

To meet REACH requirements, products must:

be registered when required
include updated Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
be fully traceable in terms of origin and quantity

Levosil applies these requirements across its product range, in line with European regulations and quality standards.e 1 tonne/year, while natural clay may be exempt. Compliance ensures safety and continuity across the supply chain.