Sander van Someren Greve
REACH Lawyer in the Netherlands
Chemical Law & Regulatory Compliance Expert
Sander van Someren Gréve is a specialized REACH lawyer in the Netherlands, specializing in chemicals law, REACH compliance, CLP regulations, and Dutch regulatory frameworks. As a partner at MAAK Advocaten, he provides legal expertise to international businesses regarding the complexities of chemical regulations, product compliance, and commercial disputes in the Netherlands.
With his knowledge of EU chemicals law and extensive experience in the manufacturing industry, Sander is a trusted advisor to chemical manufacturers, importers, and distributors, helping them ensure REACH and CLP compliance while mitigating legal risks in an increasingly regulated market.
Expert in REACH Compliance and Dutch Chemicals Law
Sander assists chemical companies, industrial manufacturers, and importers in achieving full compliance with REACH regulations. His expertise covers:
- REACH Registration & Compliance – Assisting companies in registering substances with ECHA and ensuring adherence to strict EU requirements.
- Authorisation & Restriction of Chemicals – Advising on substances of very high concern (SVHCs) and helping businesses navigate REACH Authorisation and Restriction lists.
- Regulatory Due Diligence – Conducting compliance audits and ensuring businesses meet Dutch and EU chemical safety laws.
- CLP Compliance – Ensuring companies properly classify, label, and package chemicals under the CLP Regulation (Classification, Labelling & Packaging).
- Product Liability & Compliance Risks – Defending companies in cases involving defective products, environmental damage, or safety breaches.
- Regulatory Disputes & Appeals – Representing clients in disputes with Dutch regulatory authorities (e.g., NVWA, ILT) and European institutions.
Sander’s approach is proactive, helping businesses prevent legal challenges before they arise. He provides practical solutions tailored to the chemical industry, ensuring business continuity and legal certainty.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution in the Netherlands
As an experienced litigation lawyer in the Netherlands, Sander represents clients in high-stakes commercial and regulatory disputes, including:
- Commercial Disputes – Handling legal conflicts related to chemical contracts, distribution agreements, and franchise agreements.
- Product Liability & Environmental Claims – Defending businesses in cases involving chemical safety, environmental damage, and product recalls.
- Regulatory Enforcement & Investigations – Assisting companies facing compliance audits, inspections, and enforcement actions by Dutch authorities.
- Cross-Border Disputes & International Arbitration – Managing legal conflicts in international chemical trade and supply chain disruptions.
- Pre-Judgment Attachments & Enforcement – Securing assets and enforcing judgments under Dutch and EU law.
Sander is recognized for his strategic thinking, ensuring that clients achieve the best possible outcomes in regulatory and commercial disputes.
Why Choose Sander as Your REACH Lawyer in the Netherlands?
- Deep Expertise in REACH & Dutch Chemical Law – Decades of experience advising multinational corporations, SMEs, and chemical industry leaders.
- Practical, Business-Focused Solutions – A results-driven approach that balances legal compliance with commercial objectives.
- International & Multijurisdictional Knowledge – Extensive experience working with global clients facing regulatory challenges in the Netherlands and the EU.
- Proven Track Record in Litigation & Dispute Resolution – Strong advocacy in Dutch courts, European regulatory bodies, and international arbitrations.
- Trusted Advisor for Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management – Helping businesses stay ahead of legal risks, regulatory changes, and sustainability requirements.
Legal Support for Chemical Companies in the Netherlands
For chemical manufacturers, importers, and distributors operating in the Netherlands, Sander provides tailored legal support to navigate:
- Product Safety & Compliance Strategies – Ensuring adherence to EU and Dutch regulatory standards.
- Supply Chain Risk Management – Minimizing risks related to raw materials, trade restrictions, and contractual disputes.
- ESG & Sustainable Operations – Advising on the transition to green, energy-efficient manufacturing in line with Dutch sustainability laws.
- Cybersecurity & Data Protection in Chemical Manufacturing – Safeguarding sensitive business information and ensuring compliance with
- GDPR.
Investment & Expansion Strategies – Structuring joint ventures, acquisitions, and subsidiary formations to optimize costs and regulatory positioning.
Whether you need legal advice, compliance strategies, or dispute resolution, Sander van Someren Gréve is the go-to REACH lawyer in the Netherlands.
Sander van Someren Gréve has registered the following principal (and secondary) legal practice areas in the Netherlands Bar’s register of legal practice areas (rechtsgebiedenregister):
– Civil procedural law (arbitration, pre-judgment attachments, enforcement law and litigation)
– Law of obligations (agency and distribution)
Based on this registration, he is required to obtain ten training credits per calendar year in each registered principal legal practice area in accordance with the standards set by the Netherlands Bar.
Dutch litigator
REACH Specialist
CLP expert