Industry guidelines

  • GUP-IN-O04-016_FEICA Guidance on Restriction on synthetic polymer.pdf

    For members Uploaded 19 Nov 2025

    Updated FEICA Guidance on the Restriction of Synthetic Polymer Microparticles 


    FEICA published the first version of a Guidance on the restriction of Synthetic Polymer Microparticles (SPM)  in November 2023 to support members in understanding and implementing the new requirements introduced under Regulation (EU) 2023/2055 (REACH Annex XVII, Entry 78). Based on new information from ECHA and the European Commission, the FEICA Guidance has been updated.

    FEICA’s full work on Synthetic Polymer Microparticles (SPM):

    • FEICA Guidance on Restriction of Synthetic Polymers
    • Pictograms for SPM
    • E-Calc: SPM Calculation Tool + E-Calc_SPM concept
    • FEICA Briefing Paper: REACH restriction 78, information requirements for synthetic polymer microparticles (SPM)
    • Presentation: SPM Tonnages & E-Calc Concept (MARII)
    • FEICA Webinar Recording – REACH Restriction on SPM
    • FEICA Webinar slides

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastics


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  • SPM_Pictograms .zip

    Uploaded 19 Nov 2025

    Pictogram files in FEICA Guidance on Restriction of synthetic polymer available for download 

    The attached pictogram (jpg, png and ai) may be used free of charge by FEICA member companies. Members can refer to page 13 of the FEICA Guidance on Restriction of synthetic polymer for more information on the use the pictogram. 

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastics


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  • SPM_Pictograms .zip

    Uploaded 19 Nov 2025

    Pictogram files in FEICA Guidance on Restriction of synthetic polymer available for download 

    The attached pictogram (jpg, png and ai) may be used free of charge by FEICA member companies. Members can refer to page 13 of the FEICA Guidance on Restriction of synthetic polymer for more information on the use the pictogram. 

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastics


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  • 251016 SPM Tonnages E_calc Concept_Marii_FEICA.pdf

    Uploaded 23 Oct 2025

    FEICA presents SPERCS Tool at MARII Summit in Madrid

    On 16 October, Thorsten Wind, Vice-Chair of the FEICA Task Force on Implementation of the SPM Restriction, presented the SPERCS tool at the 2025 MARII Summit on Microplastics. The concept helps FEICA members fulfil reporting requirements under EU Regulation 2023/2055 on environmental emissions of synthetic polymeric microparticles (SPM). Based on FEICA SPERCs, statistical data, and sewage treatment technologies, the tool enables regional-level reporting, supporting compliance and sustainability in the adhesives and sealants sector.

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastics


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  • 251016 SPM Tonnages E_calc Concept_Marii_FEICA.pdf

    Uploaded 23 Oct 2025

    FEICA presents SPERCS Tool at MARII Summit in Madrid

    On 16 October, Thorsten Wind, Vice-Chair of the FEICA Task Force on Implementation of the SPM Restriction, presented the SPERCS tool at the 2025 MARII Summit on Microplastics. The concept helps FEICA members fulfil reporting requirements under EU Regulation 2023/2055 on environmental emissions of synthetic polymeric microparticles (SPM). Based on FEICA SPERCs, statistical data, and sewage treatment technologies, the tool enables regional-level reporting, supporting compliance and sustainability in the adhesives and sealants sector.

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastics


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  • FEICA Webinar - REACH Restriction on synthetic polymer microparticles: FEICA Guidance supports members with implementation.pdf

    Uploaded 09 Oct 2025

    FEICA Webinar - REACH Restriction on synthetic polymer microparticles: FEICA Guidance supports members with implementation


    The webinar addressed the REACH restriction on synthetic polymer microparticles (SPM), highlighting its complexity and upcoming deadlines. Experts from the FEICA Task Force shared updates on the regulation and introduced a tool to estimate environmental emissions. The session aimed to help members prepare for compliance through practical guidance and cross-functional insights.

    In case you missed the webinar, we have listed the key takeaways here:

    • Companies must meet two key obligations: (1) provide disposal instructions via labels, leaflets, or SDS depending on the user; and (2) submit annual SPM emission reports as well as polymer identities to ECHA by legal entity and use. The first report is due by 31 May 2027, covering 2026 activities. Requirements vary by supply chain role.

    • FEICA published its first SPM restriction guidance in November 2023, based on Regulation (EU) 2023/2055. It has since been updated with input from ECHA and the Commission. The guidance helps members understand scope, obligations, and compliance tools like the Use Map, generic polymer identities and emission calculator. The guidance is available in the Extranet here. 

    The webinar recording can be found HERE. 

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastics


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  • FEICA Webinar - REACH Restriction on synthetic polymer microparticles: FEICA Guidance supports members with implementation.pdf

    Uploaded 09 Oct 2025

    FEICA Webinar - REACH Restriction on synthetic polymer microparticles: FEICA Guidance supports members with implementation


    The webinar addressed the REACH restriction on synthetic polymer microparticles (SPM), highlighting its complexity and upcoming deadlines. Experts from the FEICA Task Force shared updates on the regulation and introduced a tool to estimate environmental emissions. The session aimed to help members prepare for compliance through practical guidance and cross-functional insights.

    In case you missed the webinar, we have listed the key takeaways here:

    • Companies must meet two key obligations: (1) provide disposal instructions via labels, leaflets, or SDS depending on the user; and (2) submit annual SPM emission reports as well as polymer identities to ECHA by legal entity and use. The first report is due by 31 May 2027, covering 2026 activities. Requirements vary by supply chain role.

    • FEICA published its first SPM restriction guidance in November 2023, based on Regulation (EU) 2023/2055. It has since been updated with input from ECHA and the Commission. The guidance helps members understand scope, obligations, and compliance tools like the Use Map, generic polymer identities and emission calculator. The guidance is available in the Extranet here. 

    The webinar recording can be found HERE. 

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastics


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  • Appendix 3 E-Calc_SPM calculation tool.xlsx

    Uploaded 02 Jul 2025

    Updated FEICA Guidance on the Restriction of Synthetic Polymer Microparticles 

    FEICA published the first version of a Guidance on the restriction of Synthetic Polymer Microparticles (SPM)  in November 2023 to support members in understanding and implementing the new requirements introduced under Regulation (EU) 2023/2055 (REACH Annex XVII, Entry 78). Based on new information from ECHA and the European Commission, the FEICA Guidance has been updated.

    Publication ref.: GUP-IN-O04-016

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastic


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  • Appendix 3 E-Calc_SPM calculation tool.xlsx

    Uploaded 02 Jul 2025

    Updated FEICA Guidance on the Restriction of Synthetic Polymer Microparticles 

    FEICA published the first version of a Guidance on the restriction of Synthetic Polymer Microparticles (SPM)  in November 2023 to support members in understanding and implementing the new requirements introduced under Regulation (EU) 2023/2055 (REACH Annex XVII, Entry 78). Based on new information from ECHA and the European Commission, the FEICA Guidance has been updated.

    Publication ref.: GUP-IN-O04-016

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastic


    download file

  • Appendix 3 E-Calc_SPM calculation tool.xlsx

    Uploaded 02 Jul 2025

    Updated FEICA Guidance on the Restriction of Synthetic Polymer Microparticles 

    FEICA published the first version of a Guidance on the restriction of Synthetic Polymer Microparticles (SPM)  in November 2023 to support members in understanding and implementing the new requirements introduced under Regulation (EU) 2023/2055 (REACH Annex XVII, Entry 78). Based on new information from ECHA and the European Commission, the FEICA Guidance has been updated.

    Publication ref.: GUP-IN-O04-016

    #REACH #guidance #SPM #microparticles #microplastic


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