OECD Guidance on Establishing a National Chemicals Register

Establishing a national register of chemicals is often the start of the long journey that leads to risk management of chemicals; it is therefore a foundational step for a sound chemicals management system. Establishing a register is resource-intensive and often takes up to four or five years, sometimes even more. Therefore, it is essential to clearly define its purpose, scope, and operational features for both establishing and updating it. This guidance has been designed to support governments considering establishing a national chemicals register.