REACH Authorisation List – Public Consultation For 18 New Substances
ECHA made an announcement inviting inputs from importers and manufacturers for including 18 new substances under the REACH Authorisation list. Companies importing these substances can submit comments until 5th December 2018. These substances are listed in Annex XIV to REACH. Further, ECHA requests inputs on various uses of the substances and possible exemptions thereof. During this duration of public consultation, ECHA in parallel calls for information by the European Commission on the possible socio-economic consequences of the inclusion of the substances in the Authorisation List. The ECHA authorization process aims at replacing substances of very high concern (SVHCs) with less dangerous substances and relevant technical alternatives; thereby reducing possible economic, social, health and environmental impacts. ECHA regularly monitors and updates the Candidate List with inclusion in the Authorisation List to the Commission. The recommendations are based on REACH registration dossiers, other information, and an initial consultation with the Member State Committee. ECHA will draft recommendations based on comments received from the public consultation which is submitted to the Member State Committee to make an opinion. Based on comments, inputs from committee ECHA submits the final recommendation to the European Commission for final authorization. The substances listed by ECHA for public consultation are below or you can Click here to download the list from ECHA. You can submit comments on substances of interest on the ECHA website, click here to see the list of substances and further steps. If you have any questions on compliance, you can contact a Compliance Consultant at ComplianceXL at [email protected] or call on +1 872 529 6162 # Substance SVHC-relevant intrinsic property Examples of use(s) in the scope of 1 4, 4′-isopropylidenediphenol (Bisphenol A; BPA) Toxic for reproduction, Endocrine disrupting properties – human health and environment Epoxy resin hardeners 2 Dodecachloropentacyclo [12.2.1.16, 9.02, 13.05, 10] octadeca-7, 15-diene (“Dechlorane Plus”™) vPvB Flame retardant in adhesives and polymers 3 Reaction products of 1, 3, 4-thiadiazolidine-2, 5-dithione, formaldehyde and 4-heptylphenol, branched and linear (RP-HP) with ≥0.1% w/w 4-heptylphenol, branched and linear (4-Hbl) Endocrine disrupting properties – environment Lubricants and greases 4 2-ethylhexyl 10-ethyl-4, 4-dioctyl-7-oxo-8-oxa-3, 5-dithia-4-stannatetradecanoate (DOTE) Toxic for reproduction Stabiliser in polymers 5 Reaction mass of 2-ethylhexyl 10-ethyl-4, 4-dioctyl-7-oxo- 8-oxa-3, 5-dithia-4-stannatetradecanoate and 2-ethylhexyl 10-ethyl-4-[[2-[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]-2-oxoethyl]thio]-4- octyl-7-oxo-8-oxa-3, 5-dithia-4-stannatetradecanoate (reaction mass of DOTE and MOTE) Toxic for reproduction Stabiliser in polymers 6 4, 4′-bis(dimethylamino)-4”-(methylamino)trityl alcohol with ≥ 0.1% of Michler’s ketone (EC No. 202-027-5) or Michler’s base (EC No. 202-959-2) Carcinogenic Printing inks 7 Dioxobis(stearato)trilead Toxic for reproduction Stabiliser in PVC 8 Fatty acids, C16-18, lead salts Toxic for reproduction Stabiliser in PVC 9 Trilead dioxide phosphonate Toxic for reproduction Stabiliser in PVC; rubber production; mirror backing 10 Sulfurous acid, lead salt, dibasic Toxic for reproduction Stabiliser in PVC; mirror backing 11 [Phthalato(2-)]dioxotrilead Toxic for reproduction Stabiliser in PVC 12 Trilead bis(carbonate) dihydroxide Toxic for reproduction Artists’ paints 13 Lead oxide sulfate Toxic for reproduction Mirror backing 14 Cyclohexane-1, 2-dicarboxylic anhydride [1], cis-cyclohexane-1, 2-dicarboxylic anhydride [2], trans-cyclohexane-1, 2-dicarboxylic anhydride [3] (HHPA) Respiratory sensitising properties Epoxy resin hardeners 15 Hexahydro-4-methylphthalic anhydride [2], Hexahydro-1-methylphthalic anhydride [3], Hexahydro-3-methylphthalic anhydride [4] (MHHPA) Respiratory sensitising properties Epoxy resin hardeners 16 Tetraethyllead Toxic for reproduction Additive in aviation fuel 17 2-methoxyethanol Toxic for reproduction Solvent 18 2-ethoxyethanol Toxic for reproduction Solvent
ComplianceXL Wins Contract for Compliance Consulting and Training from a Global Leader in Engineering and Manufacturing Automotive Systems
ComplianceXL announced today that they have won a contract to deliver Compliance Consulting and Training from a global leader in design and manufacturing of automotive systems. At the start of the engagement, ComplianceXL will assign a Lead Compliance Specialist for this engagement, whose first assignment will be to chalk out a comprehensive compliance strategy for RoHS and REACH. By initially conducting a Gap Analysis, ComplianceXL will identify gaps within internal processes and systems, and identify areas needing changes, as well as opportunities for improvement. Based on the outcome, ComplianceXL will devise a cross functional framework, designed for cost-effectively meeting compliance obligations. ComplianceXL will also train key internal stakeholders to provide guidance on how to be compliant and how this might affect their supply chain globally. Since the client is a major exporter to the European Union, compliance is a key concern and this engagement with ComplianceXL will enable them to comply with applicable material regulations for all their products and parts. The major benefits for the client – prevent fines, penalties or stop shipments – thereby ensuring they do not lose their superior market position. Beyond the initial phase, the client will also be engaging with ComplianceXL for ongoing support for managing their compliance program. About ComplianceXL: ComplianceXL is the Compliance Solutions Division of Enventure, a leader in the compliance business since 2003. ComplianceXL is a one-stop solution for all supply chain compliance requirements, ranging from consulting and training to collecting compliance certifications and documentation from suppliers. By implementing a transparent and well-structured compliance program, ComplianceXL enables clients to follow an integrated process, to meet their compliance obligations. Beyond an initial implementation, ComplianceXL also provides ongoing support to maintain compliance to regulations such as RoHS, REACH, CA Prop65, Conflict Minerals, ELV and several other global legislations.