31 January 2019
Chemicals compliance
ECHA published the report on the restriction of D4, D5, D6.
D4, D5 and D6 were identified by the Committee of ECHA Member States as SVHC substances with PBT / vPvB properties. PBT / vPvB substances give rise to specific concerns based on their potential to accumulate in the environment and cause unpredictable long-term effects.
Non-rinsing products for professional care, consumer (eg dry cleaning, household detergent, waxes, washing and cleaning products) containing D4, D5, D6 in concentrations should not be placed on the market. > 0.1%.
Furthermore, it is not possible to place cosmetic rinsing products containing D6 in concentrations> 0.1%.
For more information visit the ECHA website
04 April 2024
Chemicals compliance
On 3 April 2024, Regulation 2024/996 amending Annexes II, III, V and VI of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 was published. Below is the list of the amendments: Annex II (prohibited substances): the substance...