How is Arakawa Europe organized and prepared for REACH implementation?
Arakawa Europe is preparing for the implementation of REACH through the REACH implementation program management office of Dow. This central unit of one of our shareholders identifies financial and people resource needs, assesses business impact and orchestrates the development of work processes, IT needs and internal and external communication materials. Arakawa Europe will be accountable for the implementation of REACH compliance requirements. Dow’s corporate expertise and service functions will assist the business. Arakawa Europe has built up expertise in REACH requirements, systems and processes through Dow’s intimate involvement in advocacy, input to legislative texts, development and testing of guidance documents of IT tools (e.g. IUCLID5), as well as involvement in pilot projects and impact studies.
