EX-ANTE VERIFICATION
As per the information retrieved from ECHA’s webpage, The new ex-ante size verification process will apply from 5 February 2027. Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) intending to submit registrations or applications for authorisation must obtain company size validation before submitting their dossiers to ECHA in order to benefit from reduced fees.
The application for size verification must be submitted at least two months in advance and must include documentary evidence, such as headcount, turnover, and balance-sheet data for the enterprise itself, as well as for any linked and partner enterprises.
Companies are strongly advised to apply for size verification as early as possible before dossier submission to allow sufficient time to provide any additional documentation that ECHA may request
ECHA will conclude on the company size status within two months from the receipt of all required and complete documentation.
With our support, clients can ensure that they are fully prepared for the new verification process. Our services help clients obtain their size verification efficiently, allowing them to proceed with their regulatory submissions without unnecessary delays once ECHA has confirmed their company size.
DOCUMENTATION TYPES
During the size assessment, the following supporting documents are usually required but not limited to
Complete set of audited financial statement for the year of submission and up to 3 years prior to it including additional notes
Official documentation confirming the ownership structure of the registrant at the time of dossier submission
Official documentation confirming the Annual Working Units for up to 3 years prior to the year of submission
All of the above documentation may be requested for any enterprise that is deemed as a linked or partner enterprise to the registrant
We provide you case specific, comprehensive list of all the relevant documentation that you may need to submit in support of the size verification