EFFA's REACH Info Letter

Nov 10th, 2008

Kelly Frederick

The European Flavour and Fragrance Association (EFFA) has released the latest REACH Information Letter, 08/01, regarding participation in EFFA's consortia and the nomination of Only Representatives for non-Community manufacturers. Click here to view the information letter.

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