New restriction intentions: bisphenol A and similar bisphenols, and PFAS in firefighting foams
Germany has submitted an intention to restrict the placing on the market and use of 4,4’-isopropylidenediphenol (bisphenol A; EC 201-245-8, CAS 80-05-7) and ‘structurally related bisphenols of similar concern for the environment’.
ECHA has submitted an intention to restrict the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in firefighting foams.
Both intentions were submitted on 1 October 2020 and the restriction proposals are expected on 1 October 2021.
Restriction proposals for lead in ammunition for hunting and fishing and DMAC/NEP postponed
The submissions of the Annex XV restriction proposals on the use of lead in ammunition (gunshots and bullets) and fishing tackle (EC/CAS -) being prepared by ECHA and on DMAC/NEP (EC 204-826-4, CAS 127-19-5) by the Netherlands have been postponed until 15 January 2021.
For the proposal on lead in ammunition (gunshots and bullets) and fishing tackle more time is needed to complete the overall assessment as the
COVID-19 pandemic has reduced the capacity of stakeholders to respond to our requests for information.
Registry of restriction intentions
Webinar: Restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under REACH
29 October 2020, 13:30 – 15:30 CET, GMT +1
Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Denmark are working on a REACH restriction proposal to limit the risks to the environment and human health from the manufacture and use of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). A call for evidence was held during the summer of 2020.
Join our webinar to learn about the REACH restriction process and the status of the proposed PFAS restriction.
The webinar will be published on our home page on 29 October 2020 at 13:30 CET, GMT+1 together with instructions for joining a live Q&A session where experts from authorities in the five Member States will be answering your questions until 15:30.
More | Five European states call for evidence on broad PFAS restriction (ECHA news 11 May 2020) | Hot topics PFAS
Committees’ opinions on applications for authorisation available
The consolidated opinions of the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socio-economic Analysis are now available for:
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use of 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, ethoxylated (EC -; CAS -) by Lonza Biologics Porriño, SL. and Lonza Biologics, plc.;
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two uses (use 1, use 2) of 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, ethoxylated (EC -; CAS -) by Wallac Oy;
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use of 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, ethoxylated (EC -; CAS -) by Rentschler Biopharma SE;
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use of 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, ethoxylated (EC -; CAS -) by Teva Baltics UAB; and
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use of 4-nonylphenol, branched and linear, ethoxylated (EC -; CAS -) by Sekisui S-lec BV Roermond.
Opinions
Authorisations granted for uses of two substances
The European Commission has granted authorisations for the:
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use of strontium chromate (EC 232-142-6, CAS 7789-06-2) to Wesco Aircraft EMEA Limited, PPG Europe B.V., Cytec Engineered Materials Ltd. (review period expires on 22 January 2026); and
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use of sodium dichromate (EC 234-190-3, CAS 7789-12-0, 10588-01-9) to Società Chimica Bussi S.p.A. (28 August 2032).
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