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How to create an internal Restricted Substances List in 7 steps
Actions, tips, and tools for developing an internal Restricted Substances List (RSL) for your organization. Laying the groundwork smarter chemicals management.
Developing an internal Restricted Substances List (RSL) can be a valuable strategic step towards better chemical management, supporting regulatory compliance, and aligning your organization’s broader sustainability and product safety goals.
This guide offers a practical, seven-step process to help your organization create and maintain an effective internal RSL.
Step 1: Assign ownership and define your RSL’s strategic role
Every successful RSL initiative starts with clear leadership. Appoint a compliance manager or team with expertise in chemistry and chemical regulations to lead the effort. Then, assemble a cross-functional steering committee and implementation team that includes compliance, sustainability, procurement, and product development.
This group should agree on the purpose of the internal RSL, as well as how it integrates with broader company initiatives, and the scope. You’ll also need to outline how your RSL will be implemented, updated, and maintained – not just created.
Executive sponsorship at this stage can help reinforce the RSL’s strategic use across the organization and help secure resources.
Tip | Partner with external experts to support program design, data collection, analysis, and communication. Using specialized tools and expert support – such as regulatory insight, data analysis, and technical expertise – can enhance outcomes.
Step 2: Gather information on the chemicals in your business and supply chain
Chemical transparency is key to an effective RSL.
Begin by collecting comprehensive data on the chemicals used across your products and supply chain, including ingredients, impurity and chemical footprint information.
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