What is Turkish REACH Regulation (KKDİK)?

Full name of Turkish REACH Regulation: Regulation on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals. In Turkish, "Kimyasalların Kaydı, Değerlendirilmesi, İzni ve Kısıtlanması" (“KKDİK”).
Purpose of Turkish REACH Regulation: To regulate chemicals to protect human health and environment — much like the EU REACH regulation.
Authority of Turkish REACH Regulation: The Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change (MoEUCC) is responsible for enforcement.

What is the Scope of the Turkish REACH Regulation and Who Does It Apply To?

• Applies to substances on their own, in mixtures, and substances intended to be released from articles.
• Companies manufacturing chemicals in Turkey, importing into Turkey, or placing articles containing (or releasing) substances. Foreign companies can comply via an Only Representative based in Turkey.
• Threshold: 1 tonne/year (manufactured or imported) is the main trigger for registration obligation.

What is Exempt / Exceptions of Turkish REACH Regulation
Some categories are exempt or have lighter obligations:

• Radioactive substances / mixtures
• Non‑isolated intermediates
• Substances in transit / articles in free‑zones for re‑export
• Certain medical, veterinary, food, or cosmetic products (depending on status)
   

Obligations Under KKDIK (Turkish REACH Regulation)

• Pre‑registration & Registration – Companies must pre‑register and then fully register substances before deadlines.
• Chemical Safety Report (CSR) – Required for certain substances/hazard/tonnage bands.
• Evaluation – MoEUCC evaluates dossiers, tests proposals, checks compliance.
• Authorisation / SVHC – Requirements for Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC).
• Restriction – Certain substances may be restricted.
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS) & Labeling – The SDS must be prepared in Turkish by a Chemical Assessment Expert.