Deciphering REACH: Annex 14, Annex 17, and SVHC Distinctions
To oversee and manage the utilization of chemicals in the European Union (EU), the EU established the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) legislation. Enacted on June 1, 2007, REACH aims to ensure a high standard of protection for both the environment and public health while simultaneously enhancing the competitiveness of the European […]
European Commission Takes Bold Steps to Combat Microplastics Pollution
On September 27, 2023, the European Commission made a noteworthy move to combat microplastic pollution. They introduced an amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) to restrict the intentional use of microplastics. This addition is part of Annex XVII under the EU REACH chemical legislation and focuses on synthetic polymer microparticles. Specifically, it restricts synthetic […]
A Guide for Manufacturers and Consumers on PVC Lead Restriction!
A new amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) is set to take effect on 8th May 2023. This amendment is aimed at eliminating lead (lead acetate) and its compounds from PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and other plastics. In addition to being a toxic substance, lead can also be harmful to the environment and to humans. […]
A closer look into ECHA’s latest REACH SVHC additions
On Jan 17th, 2023, The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) recently added nine new substances to their list of substances of very high concern (SVHC). In addition to the newly added substances, the SVHC list now totals 233 substances, up from 224 currently. REACH has added these substances to the SVHC list based on the previous […]
ECHA proposes to add 9 new chemicals as SVHC
Change is in the air again with ECHA proposing to add nine more substances to SVHC, if approved the number of SVHC will increase from 224 to 233. The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) launched the public consultation for the 28th update of the REACH Candidate List on 2 September 2022. The public consultation will end […]
ECHA adds a new substance to REACH SVHC
On 10th June, 2022, The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added one more substance to its list of SVHC candidates, which was updated from 223 to 224. The newly added substance to candidate list is N-(hydroxymethyl)acrylamide (CAS-924-42-5) which is mainly a carcinogen as well as Mutagen. N-(hydroxymethyl)acrylamide is generally found as intermediate compound in thermoplastic […]
All you need to know about REACH SVHC update 2022
On January 17, 2022, ECHA added four more substances to its list of SVHC candidates, which was updated from 219 to 223. The chemicals contain hormone-disrupting properties, interfere negatively with reproductive health, are bioaccumulative, toxic, persistent, and biodegradable, which makes them harmful to humans and the environment. There are four substances listed on the Candidate […]
REACH Requirements and Chemical Recycling
“Chemical Recycling of Polymeric Waste in the Circular Economy” was a report published by ECHA to examine the current state of chemical recycling from plastic, rubber, and other polymeric waste materials. In its report, the commission outlines recommendations and conclusions that must be followed in order to perform chemical recycling and reduce plastic pollution. As […]
All you need to know about PFCAs restricted by EU under Annex 17
PFCAs (perfluorocarboxylic acids), a subset of PFAs (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) has been restricted by European commission – under Annex XVII of REACH Regulation. This new regulation replaces the entry 68 of Annex 17 to REACH on PFOA. PFOA related substances are now regulated under POPs regulation (EU) 2019/1021. It restricts the PFCAs and their […]
REACH SVHC Candidate list updated
European Chemical Agency, ECHA has updated the candidate list of substance of very high concern for authorisation, in accordance with Article 59(10) of REACH regulation Annex XIV. On 25th June 2020, below 4 new chemicals added to SVHC list, making it from 205 to 209. 1-vinylimidazoleCAS: 1072-63-5Reason: Toxic for reproduction as per Article 57 (c).Found […]