Barkwith Chemical – SPECIALIST REACH COMPLIANCE SERVICE

Navigating Chemical Compliance

Barkwith Chemical Ltd specialises in supporting businesses navigate the complex landscape of global chemical regulations, focussing on the European Union’s REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulation and the equivalent UK REACH regulation. We also assist our clients with their regulatory requirements in many other geographical territories.

The Barkwith Group comprises three legal entities that together deliver comprehensive chemical compliance services across the UK, EU, and other global regions.

Barkwith Associates Ltd (established in 2002) specialises in plant protection products (PPP), biopesticides, fertilisers and biostimulants, and Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) obligations and classification and labelling (CLP). The company supports clients with regulatory strategy, dossier preparation, and ongoing compliance.

Barkwith Chemical focuses on global chemical regulation, offering deep expertise in UK/EU REACH registration, data compliance, as well as Only Representative (OR) and Third Party Representative (TPR) services.

Barkwith Europe Ltd, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Allows the Barkwith Group of companies to offer OR and TPR services under EU REACH, as well as Poison Centre Notifications (PCN), enabling non-EU companies to operate effectively within the European Union.

Working as a unified team, we integrate market-entry planning, study design, dossier compilation, and post-authorisation compliance—offering clients a seamless journey from initial concept through submission and ongoing stewardship.

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Our Services

Registration Advice & Assistance

Our experts can guide you through the complex registration process, advising on regulatory strategy and data requirements, preparing the necessary documents and handling correspondence with the regulatory authorities.

Only Representative (OR) & Third Party Representative (TPR) Services

We offer comprehensive OR services to take over the tasks and responsibilities of importers for complying with REACH, both for EU REACH and UK REACH. We also offer TPR services, again for both EU and UK REACH
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Preparation, Submission & Update of Registration Documents

We specialise in preparing the registration dossier and the chemical safety report and provide assistance with submission and update of these to the regulatory authorities.

Data Collection & Gap Analysis

We gather the necessary data on your substances and can advise on reliability, suitability for regulatory submission and valuation. Furthermore, we can provide full data gap analysis to conclude on any further testing requirements and the most suitable way of covering an endpoint, using the principles of intelligent testing strategies.

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

We prepare EU and UK compliant SDSs, a crucial implement for communication of information on safe chemical handling, transport and use.

Post-submission Support

REACH encourages the development and use of safer alternatives, fostering innovation and competitiveness.

Classification Labelling & Packaging (CLP)

We provide interpretation of data in order to conclude on the appropriate classification under both CLP and GHS.

Poison Centre Notification

We provide a service for preparation and submission of Poison Centre Notifications and generation of UFI codes.

Consortium & Task Force Management

We offer full management services, including coordinating correspondence, arranging and hosting meetings and account management.

Compliance Audits and Training

We offer regular audits to ensure your ongoing compliance with REACH and provide training for your staff to maintain a culture of compliance within your organisation.

Authorisation and Restriction Support

For substances subject to authorisation or restriction, we provide guidance on the application process and help you prepare compelling cases for ECHA.

Client Feedback

“Wow! Superb response time that won’t be forgotten! I needed a fast-tracked EU SDS and am really impressed with the service from Barkwith.”

Andrew Low
Business Development Manager
Grotech Productions Ltd

“Working with Barkwith Chemical was a great experience from start to finish. John and Suzy were incredibly helpful, responsive, and knowledgeable which made the entire process quick and seamless. Highly recommend their services!”

Grishma Rai
Ecommerce Manager
Newport Industries Ltd

“Working with John and his team at Barkwith has been a very pleasant surprise. Our company had no previous experience with Barkwith and the task at hand for us was complicated and critical. John laid out a plan with clear steps and rigid timelines. Their quick communication style and efficiency allowed us to achieve our objectives on time or early, and on budget. Can’t thank John and his team enough.”

Gus Robayna
President
SoilPoint Humic Co. Ltd

“Steady, reliable guiding hands through what I felt was a minefield of regulations, acronyms and legislation. I came out the other side with exactly what my company needed and a better understanding of the whole process. I am grateful for the down-to earth, sensible, but at all times thorough approach from John and Suzy at Barkwith.”

Nicola Coates
Director
Coates English Willow

“We’ve been extremely pleased with the service from Barkwith Chemical. Their team is professional, reliable, and always responds quickly to our needs. Their expert consultancy has been invaluable, especially their support with REACH compliance and chemicals classification. Highly recommended!”

Kitty Teimann
European Aggregates Company

CASE STUDY

Toyo Ink Europe UK Ltd, based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, is a subsidiary of Toyo Ink Europe Specialty Chemicals, part of the Artience Group. The company specialises in the production of high-quality organic pigments and inkjet inks, serving a global market. As a subsidiary of Toyo Ink Europe, headquartered in Belgium, the UK branch plays a critical role in the company’s international operations.

Historically, Toyo Ink Europe UK has needed to comply with the European Union’s REACH regulations for the importation of chemicals. However, following the UK’s departure from the EU, the company faced a new regulatory landscape….read more

Jamie Poyner
Managing Director of Toyo Ink UK

Contact Us

The Barkwith Chemical Team

Murray Smedley

Managing Director

Tel: +44 (0)7967 746883

Murray holds a BSc in Chemistry & Biology. Prior to forming Barkwith Associates in 2002 he held technical positions in both agricultural and retail businesses. A qualified Agronomist, he has been involved in chemical regulatory support for over 25 years and includes client liaison and project management within his role.

He participates in many Industry initiatives and working groups, chairing several, and is actively involved in providing feedback and opinion to Regulators.

As Managing Director, Murray welcomes the opportunity to introduce our pragmatic approach and services to new clients.

John Hislop

Regulatory Affairs Director

Tel: +44 (0) 7503 575169

John has a BSc in Applied Chemistry and has worked in the regulatory field for industrial chemicals since 1994, initially at a leading CRO, focussing on the Notification of New Substances (NONS) within EU Member States.

In 2008 John was a founder member of the REACH team at a large consultancy firm and managed a large number of REACH registrations for an international client base over a period of 14 years.

John joined Barkwith Chemical in October 2023 to head up the new REACH team, focussing primarily on REACH in the UK, EU and worldwide.

John Parkes

Business Development Director

Tel: +44 (0) 7951 141905

John is a Ph.D. Qualified Biochemist & Molecular Biologist with a long track record in scientific business development working for several of the world’s largest CRO’s in the areas of pharmaceutical, chemical, biocide and agrochemical safety assessment.

John has a good understanding of the various Regulations and welcomes the opportunity to work with our clients on larger more complex project requiring multiple areas of support.

John joined Barkwith Chemical in 2023 as Director of Business Development.

Suzy Rodgers

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Tel: +44 (0) 7495 741371

Suzy has a BSc in Biology and 8 years experience working in regulatory affairs, specialising in EU REACH.

She has experience in dossier preparation, CLP, poison centre notifications and UK REACH. Prior to working in regulatory affairs, Suzy worked in a contract research organisation performing in vitro laboratory assays.

Suzy joined our team in 2023 as Regulatory Affairs Specialist and works alongside John Hislop, supporting our Chemical Regulatory Services. She specialises in EU and UK REACH, CLP, IUCLID dossier preparation, poison centre notifications and safety data sheets.

Nikki Simpson

Company Secretary

Tel: +44 (0)7894 864386