ECHA adds a new substance to REACH SVHC
On 10th June, 2022, The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added one more substance to its list of SVHC candidates, which was updated from 223 to 224. The newly added substance to candidate list is N-(hydroxymethyl)acrylamide (CAS-924-42-5) which is mainly a carcinogen as well as Mutagen. N-(hydroxymethyl)acrylamide is generally found as intermediate compound in thermoplastic manufacturing. Also, N-(hydroxymethyl)acrylamide is classified as TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (N-(Hydroxymethyl)acrylamide, acrylamide, formaldehyde) with UN 2810 and dangerous for transportation by road, rail and air. As a result of substance additions to the EU REACH SVHC List, if the substances are used in products above an agreed threshold, affected companies are subject to immediate obligations. ECHA must also be informed through submissions to the SCIP Database, which include notifying customers. In addition, this obligates supply chains to contact all their immediate suppliers to identify the risks due to N-(hydroxymethyl)acrylamide. We at ComplianceXL help organizations coordinate this process from start to finish, including coverage for the SCIP Database. We do this by supplier engagement, data collection, data validation, substance calculations, and report generation as part of our EU REACH compliance documentation services. Get in touch with us today if you would like to know more about what our company can do for you regarding EU REACH compliance needs.
All you need to know about REACH SVHC update 2022
On January 17, 2022, ECHA added four more substances to its list of SVHC candidates, which was updated from 219 to 223. The chemicals contain hormone-disrupting properties, interfere negatively with reproductive health, are bioaccumulative, toxic, persistent, and biodegradable, which makes them harmful to humans and the environment. There are four substances listed on the Candidate List, one of which is used in cosmetics and may disrupt human hormones. In addition to these, there are two that are used in rubber, lubricants, and sealants, and which are included because they are detrimental to fertility. There is a fourth chemical that is used in lubricants and greases, and it has been added because it is persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic (PBT), and therefore is harmful to the environment. Below are the newly added 4 chemicals in the SVHC List: tris(2-methoxyethoxy)vinylsilane: CAS number is 1067-53-4. Inclusion is due to the fact that this substance is potentially toxic for reproduction. The substance acts as a coupling agent. According to Article 57CC, the reason for inclusion is that these chemicals are toxic for reproduction. They can be found in rubber, lubricants, adhesives, inks, and fuels. (±)-1,7,7-trimethyl-3-[(4-methylphenyl)methylene]bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one covering any of the individual isomers and/or combinations thereof (4-MBC): As per Article 57 f – human health, the reason for inclusion is Endocrine Disrupting Properties. This substance is used in cosmetics. 6,6′-di-tert-butyl-2,2′-methylenedi-p-cresol: CAS number is 119-47-1. The reason for inclusion is Toxic for reproduction, as per Article 57 c. It is used in rubbers, plastics and sealants products. S-(tricyclo(5.2.1.02,6)deca-3-en-8(or 9)-yl O-(isopropyl or isobutyl or 2-ethylhexyl) O-(isopropyl or isobutyl or 2-ethylhexyl) phosphorodithioate: CAS number is 255881-94-8. As stated in Article 57d, the reason for inclusion is the persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic nature of the substance. It is commonly found in greases and lubricants. By adding these substances to the EU REACH SVHC List, the total REACH SVHC List now stands at 223 substances. Prior to this addition, SVHC 219 was added in July. Substances that are added to the EU REACH SVHC List come with immediate obligations for affected companies who use the substances in their products above the agreed threshold, which includes notifying their customers and informing ECHA through submissions to the SCIP Database. We at ComplianceXL help organizations coordinate this process from start to finish, including coverage for the SCIP Database, by performing data collection, data validation, substance calculations, and report generation as part of our EU REACH data services. Find out more about what we can do for your company in relation to EU REACH compliance by getting in touch with us today.
ECHA Updated the SVHC list for REACH Regulation
On July 8th 2021, ECHA updated the REACH SVHC to 219, by adding 8 hazardous substances into the current 211 SVHC list. ECHA published updates EU REACH SVHC Candidate List twice a year by European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). In this new update, ECHA has included substances used in cosmetics, scented products, rubber, textiles, and some of them are used as solvents, flame retardants or to manufacture plastics products. These substances listed as SVHC are hazardous to human health and are toxic for reproduction, carcinogenic, respiratory sensitizers, or endocrine disruptors. Organizations are entitled to follow legal obligations and have to notify ECHA under REACH Regulation about the usage of these substances in their products. Here is the list of newly added 8 chemicals: 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl)propionaldehyde and its individual stereoisomers : Added to the list because, its toxic to reproduction. Used in Polishes, cleaning agent, scented products, and cosmetics Orthoboric acid, sodium salt (CAS -13840-56-7): Added to the list because, its toxic to reproduction and can be found as a solvent in corrosion and inhibitor. 2,2-bis(bromomethyl)propane-1,3-diol (BMP); 2,2-dimethylpropan-1-ol, tribromo derivative/3-bromo-2,2-bis(bromomethyl)-1-propanol (TBNPA); 2,3-dibromo-1-propanol (2,3-DBPA): Added to the list because it is carcinogenic. 2,2-bis(bromomethyl)propane1,3-diol (BMP) (CAS – 3296-90-0)- seen while manufacturing of polymer resin and in component 2,2-dimethylpropan-1-ol, tribromo derivative (CAS – 36483-57-5)/3-bromo-2,2-bis(bromomethyl)-1-propanol (TBNPA) (CAS- 1522-92-5) -Used in polymer production manufacture of plastics products. 2,3-dibromo-1-propanol (2,3-DBPA) (CAAS -96-13-9) – Now registered as an intermediate. Glutaral (CAS -111-30-8): Added due to Respiratory sensitizing properties. Used in cosmetics, biocides, leather tanning, and x-ray film processing. Medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCP) UVCB substances consisting of more than or equal to 80% linear chloroalkanes with carbon chain lengths within the range from C14 to C17 – Added due to PBT. Used Flame retardants, plasticizing additives in plastics, sealants, rubber, and textiles. Phenol, alkylation products (mainly in para position) with C12-rich branched alkyl chains from oligomerization, covering any individual isomers and/ or combinations thereof (PDDP) – Added due to reproduction toxicity, Endocrine disrupting properties. Used in the preparation of lubricant additive materials and of fuel system cleaners. 1,4-dioxane (CAS 123-91-1) – Added due to carcinogenic. Used in solvents. 4,4′-(1-methylpropylidene)bisphenol (CAS 77-40-7) – May be used in manufacture of phenolic and polycarbonate resin. Talk to one of our REACH Compliance Specialists today to learn how this update will affect you and what you need to do in order to comply with the REACH Regulation!
Did you know ECHA added 2 new substances to SVHC?
European Union (EU) added 2 additional substances to its REACH SVHC list as on 19th January 2021 and the total number of SVHCs is now 211 substances. This addition is continuation to the publication consultation conducted between September 2020 and October 2020.REACH, REACH SVHC, REACH 211, REACH Update, ECHA REACH, EU REACH Update, NEW REACH SVHC Here are the 2 Substances added to existing list of REACH SVHC. 1. Bis(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethyl)ether CAS number – 143-24-8 Reason – Toxic for reproduction The release of this substance to the environment is from the products such as  inks and toners, feminine hygiene products, nappies, books, magazines, machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners, welding & soldering products,  plant protection products and extraction agents. 2. Dioctyltin dilaurate, stannane, dioctyl-, bis(coco acyloxy) derivs., and any other stannane, dioctyl-, bis(fatty acyloxy) derivs. wherein C12 is the predominant carbon number of the fatty acyloxy moiety This group of substance has 3 group members. dioctyltin dilaurate; stannane, dioctyl-, bis(coco acyloxy) derivs. Stannane, dioctyl-, bis(coco acyloxy) derivs. CAS No.: 91648-39-4 These are known to be used across a wide variety of product categories, including as stabilizers and catalysts in the production of materials such as plastics and rubber. Dioctyltin dilaurate CAS No.: 3648-18-8 This is a substance found in adhesives, sealants, coating products, paper chemicals & dyes, polymers, textile treatment products & dyes, washing & cleaning products, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay, pH regulators & water treatment products and leather treatment products. Reason – Toxic for reproduction The REACH Regulation puts forth obligations to organizations when these substances are included in their parts or products. As per the regulation, any product containing SVHC substances above a concentration of 0.1 % weight by weight, the organization has to provide sufficient usage information for safety, within six months of including the substance into REACH SVHC. Talk to our REACH Compliance Specialist today!