SCIP– A new data base introduced by ECHA
ECHA plans to maintain a database that contains the information on Substances of Concern In Articles or Products. The guideline regarding SCIP database requirements were released on 9th Sep 2019. This information will be available to waste operators and consumers. The idea is to improve the transparency on hazardous substances throughout the lifecycle of an article, including the waste stage. Under the Waste Framework Directive, 2008/98/EC, companies that supply articles that contain SVHC candidates, in concentration above 0.1%w/w, will have to submit enough information to allow safe use of those products/articles to ECHA. The database takes the requirements of Article 33 of the REACH Regulation and provides a mandatory platform for submission of the information as from 5 Jan 2021. Below are the main objectives of database. Decrease hazardous waste generation, by providing substitution for SVHCs. Make information transparent for waste treatment operations. Allowing monitoring use of SVHC in articles and initiating appropriate actions on the overall lifecycle of the products. It includes waste stage also. The information available in SCIP database will help waste operators to understand the hazardous substance, so that material streams can potentially be “cleaned” before recycling and reused in the production of new articles and thus ensure a true and safe circular economy. In addition, the increased transparency on the presence of hazardous substances will help consumers to make better choices when purchasing products and provide information on the best usage and disposal of such articles. ECHA requires information from below categories to SCIP database. EU producers and assemblers EU importers EU distributors, who place articles/products directly to the market. Retailers and other supply chain supplying articles/products directly to consumers are not covered to this obligation. Apart from information on those articles which contain Candidate List substances in a concentration above 0.1% w/w and administrative contact details, suppliers of articles also need to provide the following information to ECHA: information to identify of the article (including picture and characteristics); the name, concentration range and location of the SVHC(s) present in article/Product; An instruction on the safe use of the article, especially to ensure proper management of the article after it becomes waste. Dates to remember: Autumn 2019: launch of a user test group and a stakeholder workshop at ECHA (preliminary date 12 November) Early 2020: launch of the prototype version of the database July 2020: deadline for Member States to transpose the legal requirements into national law 5 January 2021: notification duty kicks in for industry ComplianceXL will help manufacturers, importers and distributers to manage their SCIP database as per ECHA. This will improve the transparency of hazardous substances, while steering clear of any problems related to certain substances and enable more accurate production capabilities.
REACH AUTHORIZATION LIST – 18 NEW SUBSTANCES
On 1ST Oct ,2019, European Commission recommended 18 substances of very high concern for (SVHC) to be added in REACH authorization list. These substances are reproductive toxicants, endocrine disruptors, carcinogens, very persistent and very bio accumulative (vPvB) substances or respiratory sensitizers. They are prioritized due to their high volume and widespread use that can be a threat to human or environment. The European Commission in collaboration with the Member States and the European Parliament, will take final decision on the inclusion of the substances in the Authorization List and on the dates by which companies will need to apply for authorization to ECHA. List of 18 substances included in the ninth recommendation: 4,4′-isopropylidenediphenol (Bisphenol A; BPA) – Toxic for reproduction, Endocrine disrupting properties in human health and environment. It’s found in Epoxy resin hardeners. 1,6,7,8,9,14,15,16,17,17,18,18- Dodecachloropentacyclo[12.2.1.16,9.02,13.05,10]octadeca7,15-diene (“Dechlorane Plus”™) has got vPvB properties .It’s a Flame retardant in adhesives and polymers. 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) has Endocrine disrupting properties. Affects environment. Used in Lubricants and greases. 2-ethylhexyl 10-ethyl-4,4-dioctyl-7-oxo-8-oxa-3,5- dithia-4-stannatetradecanoate (DOTE) is toxic for reproduction. Found as stabilizer in polymers. 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) – is toxic for reproduction. Found as stabilizer in polymers. 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) has carcinogenic properties. Available in printing inks. Dioxobis(stearato) trilead is toxic for reproduction. Used as stabilizer in PVC. Fatty acids, C16-18, lead salts are toxic for reproduction. Used as stabilizer in PVC. Trilead dioxide phosphonate is toxic for reproduction. Used as stabilizer in PVC.; rubber production; mirror backing. Sulfurous acid, lead salt, dibasic has reproductive toxicity. The substance has no registered uses but is recommended based on grouping considerations as it could potentially replace other lead stabilizers in some of their uses. This is to avoid regrettable substitution. [Phthalato(2-)]dioxotrilead has reproductive toxicity. The substance has no registered uses but is recommended based on grouping considerations as it could potentially replace other lead stabilizers in some of their uses. This is to avoid regrettable substitution. Trilead bis(carbonate) dihydroxide is Toxic for reproduction. Found in Artists’ paints. Lead oxide sulfate is Toxic for reproduction. Used in Mirror backing. Cyclohexane-1,2-dicarboxylic anhydride [1], cis-cyclohexane-1,2-dicarboxylic anhydride [2], trans-cyclohexane-1,2-dicarboxylic anhydride [3] (HHPA) has respiratory sensitising properties. Found in epoxy resin hardeners. Hexahydromethylphthalic anhydride [1], Hexahydro-4-methylphthalic anhydride [2], Hexahydro-1-methylphthalic anhydride [3], Hexahydro-3-methylphthalic anhydride [4] (MHHPA) has respiratory sensitising properties. Found in epoxy resin hardeners. Tetraethyllead is Toxic for reproduction. Found as an additive in aviation fuel. 2-methoxyethanol is Toxic for reproduction. Used as a solvent. 2-ethoxyethanol is Toxic for reproduction. Used as a solvent. Once the final dates are out, the selected companies will compulsorily need to apply for Authorization to ECHA. The inclusion of these substances will avoid any further damage and the substances then will be safe to use. Talk to our REACH Compliance Experts – +1 872 529 6162 or Email us at [email protected].