Here you will find by theme an overview of guidance documents, brochures, websites and other information. In this way, you can become better acquainted with the application of the applicable procedures and laws that relate to you.


For some subjects, there are shared responsibilities with other government departments. Often, they also have their own helpdesk for specific questions about this. For instance, regarding the REACH legislation and its application on eg. the preparation of safety data sheets, you can contact the Belgian REACH helpdesk of the FPS Economy (in Dutch or French). If you have complex questions about your obligations under REACH, CLP, PIC or BPR, you can in the second place always consult the helpdesk of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA).