From 24 August 2023, in accordance with the restriction of diisocyanates under REACH (published 4 August 2020 by the European Commission), all professional and industrial users of products containing diisocyanates are required to complete mandatory safe handling training.
The restriction lays down requirements for the use and placing on the market of diisocyanates as substances on their own, as a component of other substances or in mixtures for industrial and commercial uses in concentrations of more than 0.1% w/w. The intention is that workers across the EU are given relevant instructions on the safe handling of diisocyanate-containing products.
Who this applies to
As Lacquerite Ltd may be supplying you with products containing diisocyanates at a concentration of 0.1% w/w or above, this training obligation applies to all staff in your organisation that are working with these products or that are potentially exposed to them. From 24 August 2023 onwards you should be able to demonstrate that any employees working with, or potentially exposed to, these products have successfully completed this training in case of an inspection by authorities.
Hardeners in this concept library that flag isocyanates include CTH31LM PU Low Monomer Hardener and CTN52 ACR Hardener. CTN52 also notes that adequate training is required before industrial or professional use. Browse all safety data sheets.
What Lacquerite will and will not do
It is not the responsibility of Lacquerite Ltd to train your staff. As a responsible supplier we ask that you take notice of this restriction and the associated obligation. It is advisable to develop a training plan for affected staff and retain documentation of completed training.
Independent support is available at safeusediisocyanates.eu.
Sales can tell you which products on your usual order are in scope. Training remains your obligation. If you are unsure whether a mix on the bench contains diisocyanates, stop and read the SDS before you spray.