The aim of creating the Balkan Network for Chemical Safety-BNCS is to make all the stakeholders aware of the lack of knowledge among consumers, producers and policy makers about the EU acquis in the area of product and chemical safety. Whilst increasing consumer protection, the economic changes resulting from the introduction of the acquis will create new challenges for producers and retailers. In dialogue between producers, consumers and policy makers, BNCS will identify best practices which bring added value and benefits for local market actors.