KKDIK Status in Turkey
Current status of KKDIK (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) Regulation in Turkey:
**Current Status:**
- **Procedures and Principles** not yet published
- **Chemical Assessment Expert (KDU)** training ongoing
- **KKS (Chemical Registration System)** under development
- **Pilot applications** planned
**Expected Dates:**
- **Pre-MBDF:** October 31, 2025 (for existing substances)
- **Lead registrant determination:** December 31, 2025
- **Provisional registration start:** January 1, 2026
- **Final registration date:** March 31, 2026
**What Companies Need to Do:**
**1. Preparation Phase:**
- Chemical inventory compilation
- Tonnage calculations
- Data collection and evaluation
- Contact with KDU
**2. Technical Preparation:**
- Chemical safety assessment
- Toxicology data preparation
- Environmental impact analysis
- Risk assessment
**3. Organizational Preparation:**
- Internal process determination
- Responsibility distribution
- Budget planning
- Timeline creation
**Important Notes:**
- **Only KDUs** can perform registration
- **Joint registration** groups will be formed
- **Data sharing** will be mandatory
- **Safety Data Sheets** (SDS) will be updated
**Conclusion:** KKDIK process is accelerating. Companies need to prepare urgently.