Environmental and materials

REACH SVHC and SCIP notification

European chemicals regulation that places duties on suppliers when a product contains a Substance of Very High Concern above the threshold.

CodeREACH
RegionEuropean Union
TypeMandatory in scope
Issued byEuropean Chemicals Agency framework
Last verified2026-10-10
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European chemicals regulation that places duties on suppliers when a product contains a Substance of Very High Concern above the threshold. Status: Mandatory in scope. Issued or recognised by European Chemicals Agency framework.

CodeREACH
RegionEuropean Union
TypeMandatory in scope
Issued byEuropean Chemicals Agency framework
GroupEnvironmental and materials
Last verified2026-10-10
How to cite this pageIoT Atlas. "REACH SVHC and SCIP notification". https://hi-spark.net/certification/reach.html Last verified 2026-10-10.

What it means

IoT hardware can contain SVHCs in solder, plastics, coatings or cables. Information duties apply at the article level, and SCIP database notification is required for articles placed on the EU market.

Applies to

  • Finished articles placed on the EU market
  • Components imported as separate articles
  • Cables, housings and coatings

What it does not cover

  • Restriction of hazardous substances in electronics, which is RoHS
  • Battery chemical restrictions
  • Occupational exposure rules inside factories

Verification checklist

  • Collect full material declarations from suppliers
  • Check the current SVHC candidate list regularly
  • Communicate information down the supply chain when required
  • Prepare SCIP notifications for the affected articles