To support companies in their chemicals risks management, in particular smaller ones that use a limited number of chemicals, the LIFE FitforREACH-2 project published a free MS Access®-based inventory tool. It provides several functionalities that extend beyond what a simple MS Excel® file can offer.

The LIFE FitForREACH-2 project is excited to announce a new control tool designed to help companies manage the transition to the updated Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements. This practical guide provides a clear comparison between previous and current regulations, ensuring your documentation remains compliant.

Through the LIFE Fit for REACH-2 project, Estonian Plywood AS has strengthened its chemical management and product transparency by updating its chemical inventory and refining the assessment of hazardous substances like formaldehyde. Supported by Hendrikson DGE, these improvements have streamlined the company's regulatory compliance and product declarations, reinforcing its position as an environmentally responsible manufacturer in the global market.

The international conference 'FUTURE with EMAS' took place on November 6–7, 2025, in Warsaw. The event focused on sharing knowledge and discussing the upcoming role of environmental management and audit schemes in Europe.

After expanding to Hungary, Slovakia has now joined the project in a supporting role, contributing to the broader regional replication effort.

The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) (EU) 2024/1781 entered into force on 18 July 2024. It replaces the Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC and significantly expands EU ecodesign rules to cover nearly all physical products, including chemicals and products containing chemical substances. For chemical manufacturers, importers, formulators, and downstream users, the ESPR introduces new obligations related to substances of concern, product sustainability, and data transparency, with a strong focus on lifecycle impacts and circularity.

Companies can now more easily assess the sustainability of the chemicals used in their products and processes with a new web application. ChemSelect is a free and user-friendly tool designed specifically with the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in mind.