The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is the driving force among regulatory authorities in implementing the EU's groundbreaking chemicals legislation for the benefit of human health and the environment as well as for innovation and competitiveness. ECHA helps companies to comply with the legislation, advances the safe use of chemicals, provides information on chemicals and addresses chemicals of concern.

Mission
ECHA is the driving force among regulatory authorities in implementing the EU's groundbreaking chemicals legislation for the benefit of human health and the environment as well as for innovation and competitiveness. ECHA helps companies to comply with the legislation, advances the safe use of chemicals, provides information on chemicals and addresses chemicals of concern.

 

Vision
ECHA aspires to become the world's leading regulatory authority on the safety of chemicals. 

 

Values
Transparent
ECHA is open and transparent in our actions and decision-making. ECHA is easy to understand and to approach. 

Independent
ECHA is independent from all external interests and impartial in our decision making. ECHA consults members of the public openly before taking many of our decisions.

Trustworthy
The decisions are science based, consistent and impartial. Accountability and the security of confidential information are cornerstones of all our actions.

Efficient
ECHA is goal-oriented, committed and we always seek to use resources wisely. ECHA applies high quality standards and respect deadlines.

Committed to well-being
ECHA stimulates the safe and sustainable use of chemicals to improve the quality of life of all citizens in Europe and the environment.