Manufacture and Import Chemical Products in Sweden (Notification)
Those who professionally manufacture or import chemical products or biotechnical organisms in at least 100 kg per year must notify them to the Swedish Chemicals Agency's product register. This applies if the products are included in the annex to the Ordinance on Chemical Products and Biotechnical Organisms (2008:245).
Companies that manufacture or import chemical products in quantities less than 100 kg must also notify their company to the Swedish Chemicals Agency. For quantities of at least 1000 kg per year, a chemical fee must also be paid. Manufacturers and importers are responsible for complying with all regulations for chemical products.
Requirements and Thresholds
- Notification requirement from 100 kg/year: Professional manufacture or import of chemical products or biotechnical organisms covered by the annex to the Ordinance (2008:245)
- Company notification: Even for quantities below 100 kg, the company must be notified
- Chemical fee: Paid for quantities of at least 1000 kg per year
- Product register: Notification is made to the Swedish Chemicals Agency's product register
Notification Procedure
- E-portal: Notification is submitted via the Swedish Chemicals Agency's e-portal
- Information: Details about the company and the chemical products manufactured or imported
- Updates: Changes must be reported continuously
- Guidance: Help and support are available via the Swedish Chemicals Agency's website