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Guide on the application of REACH Regulation

2.5.5 Mode of Pre-registration:

Create Company Account in REACH IT

Enter Pre-registration application access point

On-line Pre-registration Submission as an XML file
(direct, substance by
substance entry into (prepared separately in
a specified format and
REACH IT system) uploaded at the time of
on-line Pre-registration)

2.5.6 FAQ’s for pre-registration:

■ Is there an obligation to register pre-registered substances?
■ Pre-registration does not have to be followed by registration.
■ However pre-registrant will continue to be SIEF member and will have to provide

information to other SIEF members if they are in possession of such information.
■ Who can pre-register?
■ M / I of phase-in substances, substances in preparations.
■ M/I of articles containing substances intended for release.
■ Only representative of non-EU M.
■ Who can act as OR?
■ Natural or legal person appointed by non-EU M.
■ Has to be established in EU.
■ Should have sufficient background in the practical handling of substances and

information related to them.
■ Role of OR?
■ Takes up the role of EU importer.
■ Fulfils the registration obligation.
■ Keep available and up-to-date information on quantities imported and customers

sold to (including their uses).
■ Meet all obligations to communicate information down the supply chain.
■ Obligation of entity appointing OR

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