Regulatory advice & documentation

ColorMatrix Group Inc. supply additive and colorant solutions for use in the manufacture of polymeric materials and articles intended for various applications such as food contact packaging, and toys.

There are extensive requirements governing such products, from chemical legislation imposing requirements on the manufacture, marketing, and use of the initial raw materials all the way to compositional and good manufacturing practice requirements for the finished materials.  Violations of the relevant provisions are punishable in accordance with the sanctions in place under the applicable country or member state law. More importantly, violations of legislation, particularly with regard to food safety, can lead to irreparable damage to the brand name of the finished article manufacturers, especially if the violations lead to product recalls.

In this context, choosing your business partners carefully is key to success. ColorMatrix not only provides state-of-the-art products in colorants and specialty additive technologies, but also closely monitors all legal developments applicable to its products, with the assistance of specialized outside counsel, to ensure that any product you purchase from us fulfils all regulatory requirements. 

ColorMatrix also invest in both internal and external analytical services to investigate impurity profiles of materials used to ensure absence of undesirable compounds.  Such testing often goes beyond what is required by the legislation.

Our expert regulatory team is on hand to assist you with your compliance needs, whatever your application.

Our areas of expertise include:

Registration, Evaluations, Authorisation of Chemicals Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (“REACH”) -further advice can be provided on request

• Chemical Inventories status

• Classification and labeling of chemicals

• Global Food Contact Legislation

• Other legislation applicable to plastics applications and liquid colorants and additives 

Important Notice:
The information provided is given in good faith and is based on our knowledge at this time. ColorMatrix Group Inc. makes no warranties or representations, express or implied regarding the use of the above mentioned products. It is the responsibility of the finished article manufacturer to ensure that all relevant requirements are met.

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