The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched a public consultation on six proposals to identify new substances of very high concern (SVHC).
Proposed SVHC Substances and their Applications
The substances and examples of their uses are:
6-[(C10-C13)-alkyl-(branched, unsaturated)-2,5-dioxopyrrolidin-1-yl]hexanoic acid (EC 701-118-1). Used in lubricants, greases, release products and metal working fluids.
O,O,O-triphenyl phosphorothioate (EC 209-909-9). Used in lubricants and greases.
Octamethyltrisiloxane (EC 203-497-4). Used in the manufacture and formulation. Used by professional workers or consumers in the following applications (including article service-life): cosmetics, personal and health care products, pharmaceuticals, washing and cleaning products, coating and non-metal surface treatment, and in sealants and adhesives.
Perfluamine (EC 206-420-2). Used for the manufacture of electrical, electronic and optical equipment, and machinery and vehicles.
Reaction mass of: triphenylthiophosphate and tertiary butylated phenyl derivatives (EC 421-820-9). This substance has no active registrations.
Tris(4-nonylphenyl, branched and linear) phosphite (EC -). Used in the following products: polymers, adhesives and sealants, and coatings.
Comments are due October 14, 2024.