{"product_id":"reach-mikroplaster-rinseoff-kosmetika-2027-polymerintyg","title":"REACH microplastics 2027 – shampoo, shower gel, polymer certificate \u0026 batch block | Word\/PDF\/Excel","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo your shampoo, shower gel or cleansing cosmetic contain synthetic polymer microparticles – and can you confirm that the formulation can be placed on the EU market after 16 October 2027?\u003c\/strong\u003e This compact document package for Swedish cosmetic companies, brand owners, contract manufacturers and importers helps you check actual polymer status, request technical evidence from suppliers, reformulate formulations and manage inventory batches ahead of the REACH restriction on intentionally added microplastics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regulation (EU) 2023\/2055 introduced REACH Annex XVII, Entry 78, on 17 October 2023. Microbeads used for exfoliating, polishing or cleansing have been covered since this date. For other rinse-off cosmetic products, a special transition period applies until 16 October 2027; the restriction applies from \u003cstrong\u003e17 October 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e. Intentionally added, defined microparticles of synthetic polymers in mixtures are covered when they are present to provide the desired property and reach at least \u003cstrong\u003e0.01 weight percent\u003c\/strong\u003e, with specific definitions, exemptions and evidence requirements. \u003cstrong\u003eNot all polymers or INCI names are automatically covered.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"border:1px solid #AFC6D8;background:#EDF5FA;border-radius:9px;padding:18px;margin:22px 0\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePackage contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive Swedish working documents\u003c\/strong\u003e, one Swedish user guide and a separate \u003cstrong\u003eEnglish User Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e. All seven documents are included as editable Word files (DOCX) and corresponding searchable, printable PDF files. In addition, a \u003cstrong\u003eSwedish Excel workbook with nine tabs\u003c\/strong\u003e is included. In total \u003cstrong\u003e7 Word + 7 PDF + 1 Excel = 15 customer files\u003c\/strong\u003e in a digital ZIP.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"border:1px solid #AFC6D8;background:#FFFFFF;border-radius:9px;padding:18px;margin:22px 0\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat the files contain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA01 product classification and application date; A02 raw material and supplier certificates; A03 formulation change, testing and cosmetic change control; A04 proof of market placement, inventory status and batch block; A05 legal and cosmetic final check. In addition, a Swedish and English guide and Excel register for products, ingredients, supplier certificates, reformulation, inventory batches, release, actions and legal sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFive practical working templates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct classification ahead of 2027:\u003c\/strong\u003e identify SKU and formulation revision. Check whether the product is rinse-off, leave-on or another special cosmetic category, whether abrasive microbeads are present, whether the particle falls under the SPM definition and which transition period applies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplier certificates and polymer evidence:\u003c\/strong\u003e request polymer identity, particle size and shape, intended function, concentration, testing method and evidence of any exemption. Claimed solubility or biodegradability must be assessed against the applicable testing requirements in Entry 78, Annex 15–16.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eReformulation and change control:\u003c\/strong\u003e plan alternative raw material, pilot batch protocol, stability and safety. Reminds especially that the product's cosmetic safety report (CPSR), product information file (PIF), ingredient labelling and CPNP notification under the cosmetics regulation may require separate updating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eInventory, market release and block:\u003c\/strong\u003e record actual lot numbers, production date, documented first EU market release, recipient and internal block. Distinguishes between manufactured goods and goods that have actually been released on the market.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal check and signing:\u003c\/strong\u003e separate decisions for REACH, cosmetic safety and commercial release. Excel or a supplier email can never automatically approve a product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcel tool with nine Swedish tabs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tabs are \u003cstrong\u003eOverview, Products, Ingredients, Supplier Certificates, Reformulation, Inventory Batches, Release, Actions and Sources.\u003c\/strong\u003e The formulas sum up filled-in cases and provide administrative indicators for, for example, \u003cstrong\u003eMICROBEADS – TEST NOW\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eTEST 2027-10-17\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMISSING SUPPORTING EVIDENCE\u003c\/strong\u003e. A product with documented concentration below 0.01 weight percent is not automatically approved – it retains status for manual assessment. Empty rows do not count as registered products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExample:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shampoo with documented 0.02 weight percent intentionally added SPM and complete supplier evidence is flagged for 2027 assessment. A scrub with abrasive microbeads is flagged for immediate testing. An unclear supplier certificate is flagged as missing supporting evidence. These are \u003cstrong\u003erisk and workflow indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e and not an automated chemical analysis or authority certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eParticularly important regarding law, exemptions and inventory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is covered?\u003c\/strong\u003e A product must be tested against the legal definition of synthetic polymer microparticles, relevant content and function. Also, for example, small solid particles, solubility or degradability evidence and any exemptions must be checked, not just the name in the ingredient list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan older inventory always be sold after 17 October 2027?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The general legal rule about products placed on the market before 17 October 2023 does not expressly automatically exempt product categories that have special transition periods in Entry 78, point 6. The EU Commission specifies 16 October 2027 as the last day for the special rinse-off transition. Individual older batches and evidence of market placement must be assessed concretely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Swedish rules changing in 2027?\u003c\/strong\u003e The government's memorandum on \u003cstrong\u003e3 November 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e proposes that the older Swedish ban on cosmetics containing microplastics be removed, with a proposed start on 1 April 2027, because the EU's REACH regulation governs the area. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is yet another proposal – not an adopted Swedish law change.\u003c\/strong\u003e The EU's directly applicable REACH restriction applies regardless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho benefits from the package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall and medium-sized cosmetic brands, private-label companies, shampoo and shower gel manufacturers, hygiene product developers, importers and responsible persons under the cosmetics regulation who need to document raw material assessment and release decisions. For loose plastic glitter, plastic pellets or regular cleaning products outside the cosmetics regulation, a separate regulatory review is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre all synthetic polymers in shampoo banned from October 2027?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. REACH Entry 78 applies a special definition of microparticles of synthetic polymers and certain concentration, function, transition and exemption conditions. A polymer name on the INCI list does not prove that the product is banned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs 17 October 2027 also the end date for scrub particles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Microbeads used for exfoliation, polishing or cleansing have been covered since 17 October 2023. They must be tested immediately, also against current Swedish national rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the supplier's certificate of \"biodegradable\" without more information?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot without assessing whether the supplier actually supports the legal exclusion with relevant test methods and criteria according to REACH Entry 78 and Annex 15 or 16.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan old packaging and batches be sold after 17 October 2027?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is not possible to answer generally yes. Document when a product was actually placed on the EU market and apply the correct transition rule. The product contains a special batch and inventory check but no automatic legality stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I get a finished PIF, safety report or EU notification?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The documents help with change control and evidence but do not replace the cosmetic safety report, PIF, CPNP, necessary testing or other legal and technical review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre all documents in English?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFive main templates and Excel are in Swedish. Swedish guide and separate English User Guide are included. The PDF files are searchable and printable, but not digitally fillable forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSources and transparency\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg\/2023\/2055\/oj\/swe\"\u003eRegulation (EU) 2023\/2055 – REACH Annex XVII Entry 78\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kemi.se\/lagar-och-regler\/regler-for-nagra-produktgrupper\/kosmetiska-produkter---kort-om-regler\"\u003eSwedish Chemicals Agency – cosmetic regulations\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu\/sectors\/chemicals\/reach\/restrictions\/commission-regulation-eu-20232055-restriction-microplastics-intentionally-added-products_en\"\u003eEU Commission guidance\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.regeringen.se\/rattsliga-dokument\/departementsserien-och-promemorior\/2026\/11\/forfattningsandringar-med-anledning-av-eu-forbud-mot-mikroplaster\/\"\u003egovernment memorandum 3 November 2026\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg\/2009\/1223\/oj\/swe\"\u003ecosmetics regulation (EC) 1223\/2009\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersion 1.0, 9 November 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e AI-assisted internal legal source check has been carried out, but \u003cstrong\u003eno independent external legal review, chemical testing, product certification or approval by a cosmetic safety assessor\u003c\/strong\u003e has been carried out. The document package is an internal working aid and no guarantee that a certain ingredient or product is permitted. Digital customer files are delivered as a ZIP only when the store owner activates the product and connects the download separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Svenska Dokumentmallar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56561780064598,"sku":"REACH-RINSEOFF-SPM-2027-V1","price":79.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/2373\/3846\/files\/reach-mikroplaster-rinseoff-kosmetika-2027-huvudbild.jpg?v=1794246915","url":"https:\/\/mallbutiken.se\/en\/products\/reach-mikroplaster-rinseoff-kosmetika-2027-polymerintyg","provider":"Mallbutiken","version":"1.0","type":"link"}