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Fragrance diffusers, often perceived as wellness or decorative products, are becoming increasingly common in homes: reed diffusers, electric diffusers (plug-in, nebulisers, ultrasonic devices, etc.), sprays, stone diffusers, candles, and more. Their promise is simple: to create a pleasant and relaxing olfactory atmosphere.

Un produit peut contenir une substance dangereuse sans nécessairement présenter un risque inacceptable, à condition que l’exposition de l’utilisateur reste maîtrisée. À l’inverse, une faible concentration apparente ne suffit pas toujours à garantir la sécurité. Tout dépend de la toxicité de la substance, de la manière dont elle est libérée, et des conditions réelles d’utilisation.

The REACH Regulation (EC No 1907/2006) aims to ensure a high level of protection for human health and the environment from the risks posed by chemical substances. Among its four main pillars, Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction, the Authorisation process is often the most complex for non-specialists to understand. Yet it plays a critical role in managing the most hazardous substances on the European market.