RIP-oN2

The objectives of this project are to:

Develop specific advice on how REACH information requirements on intrinsic properties of nanomaterials can be fulfilled. This should address and advise on the appropriateness of the relevant test methods (including dosimetry) for nanomaterials and outline, when relevant, possible specific testing strategies.
Develop advice on the information that is needed for safety evaluation and risk management of nanomaterials and in particular if information is needed beyond or in addition to the current information requirements listed in REACH Annexes VI-X.

The project further defines objectives in relation to identified sub-tasks. These include:

Identification and review of information sources
Analysis of current REACH information requirements and whether these requirements are appropriate for nanomaterials.
Analysis of current testing and other information generation methods and strategies (including alternative testing), and whether these are or will be appropriate for nanomaterials under a reasonably short time.
Provision of an overview of relevant specific intrinsic properties for which an adaptation of the REACH information requirements and testing and other information generation methods/strategies might be needed for nanomaterials.
Identification of needs for further research and development of test methods and other information generation methods / strategies in regard to nanomaterials.
Development of a working document outlining needs and options for metrics/parameters in the hazard assessment compatible with the exposure assessment parameters/metrics in order to prepare a meaningful risk characterization.

NIA - Nanotechnology Industries Association