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REACH - the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals - is an important area of work for EUROFER, as chemical use in steel production is an important factor in the creation of high-quality steel products.
EUROFER has created a range of position papers for various aspects of the REACH file. These are available here.
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Brussels, 25 March 2026 - The European Steel Association (EUROFER) has warned that the latest OECD data released in Paris today confirms a deepening global steel crisis and urged the EU to act swiftly to adopt its new steel trade measure.
The new Waste Shipment Regulation entered into force on 20 May 2024, with most of its provisions—including critical operational requirements—set to apply from 21 May 2026.
Brussels 20 March 2026 - The European Steel Association (EUROFER) welcomes the European Council conclusions adopted 19 March that recognises affordable energy is essential to competitiveness, decarbonisation ambitions and Europe’s industrial future. However, the steel sector warns that unless the response measures are designed and implemented effectively, they risk falling short of delivering both immediate relief and the structural changes needed to protect Europe’s industrial base.
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