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Biodegradation in soil

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Not relevant due to ready biodegradation.

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In accordance with column 2 of Annex IX 9.2.1.3 of EC 1907/2006 soil simulation testing does not have to be conducted because the substance is readily biodegradable. As stated in ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical safety assessment, Chapter 7b, a simulation test would provide little additional data as rapid mineralisation in the environment is already assumed (ECHA, 2008).