HydroGraph Receives US EPA and UK REACH, and EU REACH Regulatory Clearances for Commercial Scale Graphene Sales Activities

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HydroGraph (CSE: HG, OTCQB: HGRAF) received key regulatory clearances on Feb 24, 2026: a US EPA TSCA Section 5(e) Order (PMN P-24-0086/P-24-0087) plus confirmed UK REACH and EU REACH registrations (UK-01-8788107436-0-0006; 01-2120768618-38-0012). These approvals authorize commercial manufacture, supply, and defined uses of HydroGraph's graphene materials across the US, UK, and EU, enabling customer scale-up under specified compliance conditions.

The EPA order includes operational controls, workplace protections, and recordkeeping requirements; the REACH registrations provide regulatory clarity for UK and EU commercial activity and market expansion.

Positive

• EPA TSCA Section 5(e) Order authorizes commercial manufacture in the US
• UK REACH registration enables compliant sales and scale-up in Great Britain
• EU REACH registration enables commercial supply across EU member states
• Regulatory clearances support expanded customer engagements in polymers and energy storage

Negative

• EPA Order imposes specific compliance conditions and recordkeeping obligations
• Company must complete additional administrative steps before full commercial commencement

Key Regulatory Milestones Support Expanded Commercial Activity and Provide Framework for Scale-Up

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HydroGraph Clean Power Inc. (CSE: HG) (OTCQB: HGRAF) (“HydroGraph” or the “Company”) today announced that the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) has issued a TSCA Section 5(e) Order under Premanufacture Notice (PMN) numbers P-24-0086-87 for HydroGraph’s graphene materials described as graphene, turbostratic, 3-9 layers (P-24-0086) and graphene, turbostratic, ~32 layers (P-24-0087), authorizing manufacture, processing, distribution, use, and disposal in the United States subject to specified conditions.

The Company also announced that it has received confirmation of its UK REACH registration (CAS No. 1034343-98-0; EC No. 801-282-5) and EU REACH registration (EC No. 801-282-5) for graphene, enabling commercial manufacture and supply within Great Britain and the European Union, respectively.

UK REACH requires manufacturers and importers of chemical substances to submit detailed technical dossiers addressing substance identity, safety, and environmental considerations. HydroGraph’s successful registration reflects completion of the required submission and review process, providing regulatory clarity for customers operating in the UK market. HydroGraph’s registration, issued under the UK Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (UK REACH) framework and confirmed by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), is listed under registration number UK-01-8788107436-0-0006.

EU REACH registration similarly requires submission of comprehensive substance identity, safety, and environmental data under the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) regulatory framework. Completion of this process provides HydroGraph with regulatory authorization to support customer scale-up activities across EU member states. HydroGraph’s registration is listed under registration number 01-2120768618-38-0012.

In the United States, the EPA’s issuance of the Section 5(e) Order establishes the regulatory framework governing commercial manufacture and use of the Company’s graphene materials. The Order outlines specific conditions related to manufacturing, processing, workplace protections, distribution, environmental release controls, and record keeping requirements.

The Order is effective upon expiration of the applicable review period and enables HydroGraph to proceed toward commercial manufacture in the United States in accordance with its terms. The Company is working with its regulatory advisors and anticipates next procedural steps, including final administrative actions required prior to full commercial commencement.

“Securing regulatory clearances in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union represents three key milestones for HydroGraph that meaningfully expand our commercial markets,” said Kjirstin Breure, President and Chief Executive Officer of HydroGraph. “With US EPA authorization and both UK and EU REACH registrations now in place, we can pursue expanded revenue-generating agreements and support customer scale-up for Fractal Graphene applications across North America and Europe.”

HydroGraph maintains a growing presence in the United Kingdom through its Manchester-based technical team and its collaboration with the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC). The Company continues to conduct application development and validation work in partnership with UK manufacturers across polymer, composite, and advanced materials sectors.

The UK market also represents the initial participation base for HydroGraph’s Compounding Partner Program, which establishes a qualified network of compounders capable of processing Fractal Graphene™ into commercial thermoplastic formulations. With regulatory registration confirmed, these partners and associated customers are positioned to progress development programs toward expanded commercial volumes.

HydroGraph is currently engaged in multiple ongoing commercial development initiatives with UK customers focused on lightweighting, mechanical enhancement, and functional performance improvements in polymer systems. The UK REACH registration enables these projects to advance under a fully compliant regulatory framework.

The addition of EU REACH registration further enables HydroGraph to advance similar commercial development initiatives with European customers seeking graphene-enhanced performance solutions in polymers, composites, coatings, energy storage, and advanced materials applications.

In the United States, the EPA Order provides defined operating conditions for the use of HydroGraph’s graphene materials, supporting customer engagement in battery, energy storage, coatings, polymers, and advanced material applications consistent with the Order’s permitted uses.

About HydroGraph
HydroGraph is a leading producer of pristine graphene using an “explosion synthesis” process, which allows for exceptional purity, low energy use, and identical batches. The quality, performance, and consistency of HydroGraph’s graphene follow the Graphene Council’s Verified Graphene Producer® standards, of which very few graphene producers are able to meet. For more information or to learn about the HydroGraph story, visit: https://hydrograph.com/. For company updates, please follow HydroGraph on LinkedIn and X.

Trademarks: HydroGraph™ and Fractal Graphene™

Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains certain “forward-looking statements” and certain “forward-looking information” as defined under applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements and information can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “may”, “will”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “upon”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “continue”, “plans” or similar terminology.

Forward-looking statements and information are based on forecasts of future results, estimates of amounts not yet determinable, and assumptions that, while believed by management to be reasonable, are inherently subject to significant business, economic, and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Forward-looking statements and information are subject to various known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the ability of HydroGraph to control or predict, that may cause HydroGraph’s actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied thereby, and are developed based on assumptions about such risks, uncertainties and other factors set out herein, including but not limited to: HydroGraph’s ability to implement its business strategies; risks associated with general economic conditions; adverse industry events; stakeholder engagement; marketing and transportation costs; loss of markets; volatility of commodity prices; inability to access sufficient capital from internal and external sources, and/or inability to access sufficient capital on favorable terms; industry and government regulation; changes in legislation, income tax and regulatory matters; competition; currency and interest rate fluctuations; and other risks. HydroGraph does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking information except as required by applicable law. Such forward-looking information represents management’s best judgment based on information currently available.

No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed, and actual future results may vary materially. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

CONTACTS:
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FAQ

What US authorization did HydroGraph (HGRAF) receive on Feb 24, 2026?

HydroGraph received a US EPA TSCA Section 5(e) Order authorizing manufacture and use of its graphene materials. According to the company, the Order (PMN P-24-0086/P-24-0087) permits defined commercial activities subject to specified workplace, environmental, and recordkeeping conditions.

Which UK REACH registration did HydroGraph (HGRAF) secure and what does it allow?

HydroGraph secured UK REACH registration (UK-01-8788107436-0-0006) permitting commercial manufacture and supply in Great Britain. According to the company, this registration confirms completion of required technical dossiers and enables customer scale-up under UK regulatory rules.

What EU REACH authorization did HydroGraph (HGRAF) obtain and why does it matter?

HydroGraph obtained EU REACH registration (01-2120768618-38-0012) allowing commercial supply across EU member states. According to the company, this provides regulatory clarity for customers and supports scale-up for graphene applications in Europe.

How do these regulatory clearances affect HydroGraph's commercial plans for HGRAF?

The clearances allow HydroGraph to pursue expanded commercial agreements and customer scale-up in North America and Europe. According to the company, registrations and the EPA Order create a regulatory framework for manufacturing, distribution, and application development.

Are there compliance conditions HydroGraph (HGRAF) must follow under the EPA Order?

Yes. The EPA Section 5(e) Order includes specific manufacturing, processing, workplace protection, and recordkeeping conditions. According to the company, these conditions must be met and further administrative steps completed before full commercial start.

Which markets and applications can HGRAF now target following these approvals?

HydroGraph can target customers across the US, UK, and EU for applications in polymers, composites, coatings, and energy storage. According to the company, the authorizations support ongoing development and scale-up with commercial partners.