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The REACH restrictions on 1,4-dichlorobenzene will take effect on June 1, 2015

The REACH restrictions on 1,4-dichlorobenzene will come into effect on June 1, 2015. The EU issued a decision on May 9, 2014, stipulating that the EU REACH regulation's restrictions on the content of 1,4-dichlorobenzene in air fresheners and deodorizers intended for use in public places will come into effect on June 1, 2015. 1,4-Dichlorobenzene has been classified as a Group 2 carcinogen, toxic to the liver, kidneys, and respiratory tract. Air fresheners and deodorizers containing 1,4-dichlorobenzene are mainly used for deodorizing public places and public toilets, and have already posed exposure risks to relevant personnel, including toilet cleaners. Therefore, the REACH regulation requires that the content of 1,4-dichlorobenzene (whether as a substance or a component of a mixture) in air fresheners and deodorizers used in public places not exceed 1%. For details of the EU announcement, please refer to Annex: OJ-L-2014-136-FULL-EN-TXT (English). Source: REACH 24H (2014-05-15) (Compiled by PIDC) Attachment file: OJ-L-2014-136-FULL-EN-TXT.pdf

2014-07-03

EU REACH Annex XVII adds restrictions on 1,4-dichlorobenzene

On May 15, 2014, the European Union issued Regulation (EU) 474/2014 regarding the list of hazardous substances in Annex 17 of the REACH Regulation, adding item 64, 1,4-dichlorobenzene, with a concentration limit of 1%, primarily related to air fresheners/deodorants. It came into effect on June 1, 2015. The new item 64 is as follows: Substance Name | Scope | Effective Date 1,4-Dichlorobenzene | Should not be placed on the market or used as a substance or as a component of a mixture. Used in air fresheners or deodorants in toilets, homes, offices or other indoor public places when its concentration is greater than or equal to 1% (w/w). Source: Regulation (EU) 474/2015/06/01

2014-07-03

EU proposal to add PAHs to Annex 17 of REACH adopted

The EU has approved a proposal to add restrictions on polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in finished products to Annex 17 of the REACH Act. The proposal is expected to be published in the Official Journal of the European Union around the end of October 2013 and will officially come into effect at the end of 2015. Article 50 of Annex 17 of the REACH Regulation mainly restricts PAHs in tire filler oils. This proposal will include the following specific measures: – The content of PAHs in finished plastic or rubber parts that come into contact with consumers should be limited to less than 1 mg/kg. – For children's products and toys, the content of PAHs in rubber and plastic parts that children come into contact with should not exceed 0.5 mg/kg.

2013-11-28

The EU has announced the addition of eight hazardous substances to Annex XIV of REACH.

On April 17, 2013, the European Union announced the addition of eight new authorized substances to Annex XIV of REACH, increasing the REACH authorized list from 14 to 22 substances. Manufacturers wishing to continue using these substances after the expiration date must apply for authorization before the deadline. These eight newly added authorized substances are expected to be phased out within four and a half years. The directive specifies the last application date for each authorized substance, and the expiration date is 18 months after the last application date. After this expiration date, the authorized substance is prohibited from use on the market for any purpose unless its use is authorized. The newly added hazardous substances in Annex XIV of REACH are as follows: Number | Substance Name

2013-09-12

EU Automotive Industry REACH Guidelines Version 3.1 Officially Released

On June 1st, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced the official release of version 3.1 of the new REACH Guideline for the automotive industry (AIG), by the automotive industry REACH working group (TR-REACH), and its translation into five languages: Chinese, French, German, Japanese, and Korean. The working group's members are primarily representatives from major automakers and the automotive supply chain. AIG version 3.1 adds content including the classification of substances and preparations, substance notification under CLP (classification, labelling, and packaging), substance authorization and restriction procedures, safety data sheet (SDS) requirements for downstream users, the impact of REACH and waste on the automotive industry, and more. Similar to chemicals, REACH regulations require the automotive industry to provide safety information on substances and effectively control the risks arising from their use. Note: Regulation 1272/2008, Classification, Labelling and Packaging of Substances and Preparations (CLP), aims to harmonize the European Commission's regulations and standards for the classification and labelling of substances and preparations, and takes into account the classification standards and labelling specifications of the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). The CLP regulation will contribute to achieving the goals of the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals.

2012-12-25

The European Commission amended paragraphs 28-30 of Annex XVII to the REACH Regulation.

Following the consensus reached by the REACH Committee on a series of restrictions on CMR substances, on February 10, 2012, the European Union published Commission Regulation (EU) No 109/2012 on its official website, amending paragraphs 28-30 of Annex XVII to the REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. This regulation came into effect on June 1, 2012. Paragraphs 28-30 of Annex XVII to the REACH Regulation respectively added substances classified as carcinogenic in categories 1a and 1b of Annex VI of the EU Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008-CLP to parts 28-30 of Annex XVII to the REACH Regulation. Annexes 1-6 of Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation Description 1 Article 28—List of Class 1A/Class 1 Carcinogens 2 Article 28—List of Class 1B/Class 2 Carcinogens 3 Article 29—List of Class 1A/Class 1 Teratogens 4 Article 29—List of Class 1B/Class 2 Teratogens 5 Article 30—List of Class 1A/Class 1 Reproductive Toxicity Substances 6 Article 30—List of Class 1B/Class 2 Reproductive Toxicity Substances This revision mainly targets Articles 28-30 of Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation, which contain restrictions on CMR substances. Main revisions: (1)

2012-12-25

Dimethyl fumarate (DMF) was added to the list of restricted substances in Appendix 17 of the REACH regulation

On May 15, 2012, the Official Journal of the European Union promulgated Regulation (EU) No 412/2012, officially adding dimethyl fumarate DMF to Appendix 17 of the REACH Regulation (concerning hazardous substances, Mixtures and finished products, their manufacture and placement on the market are restricted) Item 61 of the list of substances. This regulation takes effect 20 days after publication in the European Journal and requires member states to unconditionally transfer it to their national laws. Prior to this, the EU issued revised regulations 2012/48/EU on the DMF ban on January 26, 2012, extending the effective date of the dimethyl fumarate ban (2009/251/EC) to March 15, 2013. . However, Regulation 2012/48/EU clearly states that if the proposal to list dimethyl fumarate in Appendix 17 of the REACH regulation for mandatory control is formally adopted earlier than the former, the ban on dimethyl fumarate will take effect immediately. That is to say, the 2012/48/EU directive "Extension of the Effective Date of Dimethyl Fumarate" issued by the EU will be invalidated at the same time as the effective date of (EU) No 412/2012, that is, starting from June 4, the entire EU will restrict Dimethyl fumarate is used. Substance name CAS number EC number restriction conditions 61. Dimethyl fumarate (DMF) 624-49-7 210-849-0 (1) The content of DMF used in articles and any component of articles shall not be

2012-12-25

The EU REACH Committee voted to approve four restrictions on lead, cadmium, mercury, and phenylmercury compounds.

Recently, the EU REACH Committee adopted four restrictions: including restrictions on cadmium, lead in jewelry, phenylmercury compounds, and mercury in measuring instruments. A detailed review will be conducted over the next three months, with publication expected in the Official Journal of the European Union in mid-August. Cadmium Restriction Proposal: In October 2010, the EU proposed amendments to the cadmium restriction regulations under Annex 17 of the REACH Regulation. On May 21, 2011, EU Regulation (EC) 494/2011 amended the cadmium restriction regulations and published them in the Official Journal of the European Union. The latest revised REACH came into effect on December 10, 2011. The new regulations expanded the scope of cadmium restrictions, proposing that cadmium can be present in certain polymers, but the content of cadmium or its compounds must not exceed or equal to 0.01% by weight. Lead Restriction Proposal in Jewelry: Jewelry products must contain less than 0.05% by weight of lead or its compounds. Jewelry products include: • Bracelets, necklaces, and rings • Watches and wristbands • Brooches and cufflinks. Exempt items include: • Crystal glass as defined in Annex 1 (categories 1-4) of Directive 69/493/EEC • Internal structural components of watchmaking products that are not directly exposed to the consumer • Non-synthetic or recycled precious and decorative gemstones, except those treated with lead or its compounds (mixtures) • Items treated in December 1961

2012-12-25

Norway seeks public comment on its REACH amendment.

The Norwegian Environmental Pollution Control Agency has published two draft proposals regarding the implementation of REACH in Norway. The first proposal is to translate the European Commission's changes to Annexes XIII and XIV of REACH into Norwegian law. Annex XIII sets forth the criteria for assessing the health and harmful effects of persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic (PBT) or very persistent and bioaccumulative (vPvB) substances. The proposed changes include the use of more data in such assessments to improve the classification of environmental impacts. Annex XIV is a list of candidate substances requiring authorization; the proposed revisions include six substances added earlier this year. The public comment period for this proposal ends on April 10, 2012. The second proposal concerns the implementation of REACH requirements in the Svalbard archipelago in the Arctic. Currently, Svalbard is not subject to REACH regulations, but the proposed Norwegian REACH proposal...

2012-12-25

Technical Requirements for Registration and Labeling Information of New Chemical Substances in China (Trial Version)

On August 23, the China National Environmental Protection Chemicals Registration Center released the trial version of the "Technical Requirements for Information on New Chemical Substance Application and Registration" to further standardize the information submitted by applicants for new chemical substances in China and improve the quality of such information. According to the "Measures for the Environmental Management of New Chemical Substances" (China Reach), new chemical substances in China are classified into nine categories based on their chemical structure and origin: inorganic substances, organic substances, organometallic or organometallic compounds, polymers, mixtures, reaction products, biologically derived chemical substances (including enzymes, extracts, etc.) or materials, dyes and pigments, and others. The information required for application and registration includes the substance's Chinese name, English name, Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) number, molecular formula, and structural formula. When the applicant requests confidentiality of the above information, the Chinese and English class names of the substance should also be provided. Specific requirements for the application and registration information are as follows: I. Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) Number (I) Substances with a CAS Number Substances with a CAS number should submit an accurate and valid CAS number. The structural information of the applied substance should be completely consistent with the structural information of the substance corresponding to the CAS number. It should not be part of the substance corresponding to the CAS number, nor is it allowed for the substance corresponding to the CAS number to be part of the applied substance. Information regarding the identification associated with a CAS number is subject to authoritative databases (such as the SciFinder database, CA CD-ROM database, paper CA, etc., for products or authoritative sources related to CAS).

2011-11-25

EU revises REACH regulation on cadmium limits

Regulation No. 11/2011, published by the European Commission in May of this year, (EU) 494/2011, amends Annex XVII of REACH (Restrictions on the manufacture, sale and use of hazardous substances) regarding the scope of restrictions on cadmium. The new regulations expand the scope to include jewelry and recycled polyvinyl chloride (PVC) materials. The regulation will come into effect on December 10, 2011. Key points are summarized in the table below: | Item | Scope | Cadmium Limit | Effective Date | |---|---|---|---| | 1. Mixtures and articles made from plastics (synthetic organic polymers): Exempt for articles placed on the EU market before December 10, 2011 | <0.01% | December 10, 2011 | | 2. Coatings | Prohibited | Coatings containing more than 10% zinc by weight | <0.1% | Coatings on painted articles | <0.1% | | 3. Mixtures and finished products containing recovered polyvinyl chloride (PVC) first placed on the EU market | Must be labeled "Contains recovered PVC" or use a designated marking | | 4. Brazing fillers (jointing techniques at 450°C or above): Exempt for use in defense and aerospace applications based on safety requirements | <0.01% | | 5. Jewelry metal parts, imitations, and hair ornaments, including: beads, bracelets, necklaces and rings, brooches and cufflinks, pierced jewelry, etc.

2011-09-01

EU amends Annex 17 of REACH Regulation 08/2011

The EU amended Annex 17 of the REACH Regulation, No. 08/2011. On April 15, 2011, the Official Journal of the European Union published new Regulation (EU) No. 366/2011, adding acrylamide (CAS 79-06-1) to Annex 17, "Restrictions on the manufacture, sale and use of hazardous substances," as item 60. The regulation stipulates that after November 5, 2012, substances or mixtures containing more than 0.1% acrylamide will not be sold on the market. Additionally, on March 3, 2011, the EU announced new Regulation (EU) No. 207/2011, amending Annex 17 of the REACH Regulation, "Restrictions on the manufacture, sale and use of hazardous substances," deleting pentabromodiphenyl ether and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS), which came into effect three days after the announcement. Pentabromodiphenyl ether and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid are now regulated under the category of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). In August 2010, EU Regulation (EU) No 757/2010, namely the resolution of the Fourth Conference of the Parties (COP4) to the Stockholm Convention, amended Regulation (EC) No 850/2004 (POPs Directive), bringing nine new POPs under its management.

2011-09-01

The European Commission recommends adding six substances to the REACH authorization list.

The European Commission proposed adding six substances to the REACH Authorization List (No. 12/2010). On June 30, 2010, the World Trade Organization (WTO) published a draft regulation from the European Commission, notification (G/TBT/N/EEC/337) concerning amendments to Annex XIV of the REACH Regulation. This draft proposed adding musk xylene, 4,4-diaminodiphenylmethane (MDA), hexabromocyclododecane (HBCDD), di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), toluene-butyl phthalate (BBP), and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) to Annex XIV of the REACH Regulation. Short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) are already listed as persistent organic pollutants (POPs), and the EU is not currently considering including them in Annex XIV of the REACH Regulation. The proposed effective date (proposed approval date) for this notification was December 2010. Recommended substances are listed in the table below: Substance Name EC No. CAS No. Possible Uses Xylene (musk xylene) 5-tert-butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene 201-329-4 81-15-2 Fragrance enhancer used in detergents, textile softeners, and textile conditioners 4,4'-Diaminodiphenylmethane (MDA) 4,4'-Diaminodi-phenylmethane

2011-02-20

REACH SVHC candidate list increased to 38 items

REACH SVHC candidate list increased to 38 items No. 11/2010 On June 18, 2010, the European Chemical Agency announced the addition of eight substances to the SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) candidate list. These eight substances are all carcinogens and Teratology, reproductive toxicity (CMR) substances, so far the SVHC candidate list includes a total of 38 substances. The eight newly added SVHC candidate list substances are listed in the following table: Substance name EC Number CAS Number Possible scope of use Trichloroethylene 201-167-4 79-01-6 Intermediates and metals used in the production of chlorine and fluorine organic compounds Boric acid 233-139-2 234-343-4 10043-35-3 11113-50-1 has many uses, such as: flame retardants, preservatives, Antibacterial agents, cleaning agents, detergents, adhesives, etc. Used in toys, industrial fluids, brake fluid, glass, ceramics, flame retardants, coatings, cosmetics, food additives and other industries. Disodium tetraborate, anhydrous 215-540-4 1303-96-41330-43-412179-04-3 As a detergent and cleaner, used in glass and fiberglass, ceramics, industrial liquids, Hydrate T

2010-07-12

EU REACH Annex XVII New Amendments

The European Commission issued Regulation No. 276/2010 on March 31, 2010, to amend Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation, specifically concerning the restriction of the manufacture, sale and use of hazardous substances. The amendments include dichloromethane (Decision No. 455/2009/EC), lamp oils and grill lighter fluids (Commission Decision 2009/424/EC), and organostannic compounds (Commission Decision 2009/425/EC). Annex XVII now includes 59 categories. Under the EU REACH regulations, a substance that poses a risk to human health and the environment can be recommended for restricted use. Annex XVII covers restrictions on the manufacture, sale and use of specific hazardous substances and their finished products. Chemical substances, mixtures, or finished products manufactured and sold in the EU market must comply with this regulation; otherwise, they will be required to be removed from shelves and prohibited from sale within the EU. Source: Commission Regulation (EU) No 276/2010

2010-05-18

A European Commission research report compares REACH penalties in various countries.

A European Commission report comparing REACH penalties across member states was published on December 7, 2009. The report primarily compares the penalties imposed by member states for violations of the REACH regulation. The report found significant differences in the penalties imposed by member states. The strictest penalties for REACH violations were imposed by the UK, Belgium, Ireland, Poland, and Portugal. The least stringent penalties were imposed by Austria, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, and Romania. The report concluded that the penalties imposed by these less stringent countries were too lenient and lacked deterrent effect. – Source: BUYUSA.GOV 2009-12-18 – Translated by the Plastics Industry Technology Development Center – For reference only, please refer to the original text.

2010-01-06

EU REACH: Latest developments NO.27/2009

On June 26, 2009, the European Commission announced Regulation EC 552/2009, which primarily amended Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation, "Restrictions on the manufacture, sale and use of hazardous substances." The number of hazardous substances added from the previous 52 categories was increased to 58. From June 26, 2009, all chemical substances, mixtures, or finished products manufactured and sold in the EU market must comply with this regulation; otherwise, they will be required to be removed from shelves and prohibited from sale within the EU.

2009-08-26

Midea microwave ovens once again join hands with SGS to address REACH issues.

Midea Microwave Ovens Partner with SGS Again to Address REACH In November 2008, SGS signed an agreement with Foshan Shunde Midea Microwave Appliances Manufacturing Co., Ltd., becoming its cooperative certification and testing organization for complying with the EU REACH regulations. As an "industry innovation leader," Midea Microwave Ovens had already obtained the IECQ HSPM QC 080000 certificate from SGS in June 2006, ahead of the industry. IECQ HSPM QC 080000 is currently the only global certification standard restricting the use of hazardous substances in electronic products and their manufacturing processes. Midea Microwave Ovens thus successfully demonstrated its capabilities in hazardous substance control to the world, becoming the first Chinese company to obtain this certificate. Currently, many domestic companies view the REACH chemical regulations as "complex and difficult to understand." The REACH regulations have now entered the substantive implementation stage, affecting companies that export directly or indirectly to Europe. As a manufacturer of REACH-compliant items, Midea Microwave Ovens actively responded, and after nearly a year of rigorous selection, SGS once again became its REACH strategic partner. Based on Midea's specific circumstances, SGS tailored a comprehensive REACH solution for Midea and its entire supply chain. This included designing a rational REACH implementation strategy, REACH gap analysis, REACH implementation training, supply chain management, product materials analysis and testing plan development, testing, and auditing. This also foreshadows Midea's...

2009-05-08

SGS REACH Professional Technical Book Preview Series - Part 1

SGS REACH Professional Technical Book Preview Series 1 Author: Dr. Chen Qingjin, International Certification Services Department, SGS-CSTC Standards Technical Services Co., Ltd. Chapter 1: Overview of REACH and Terminology & Definitions Section 1: Introduction "REACH" is an abbreviation for the European Regulation on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals. Its full name is "Regulation 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union of 18 December 2006 concerning the registration, evaluation, authorization and restriction of chemicals, establishing the European Chemicals Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC, and repealing Council Regulation 793/93, Commission Regulation 1488/94, and Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC." In terms of its nature, this is a regulation, rather than the more familiar directive. The difference is that EU regulations do not need to be transposed into individual member state regulations to take effect; they are effective directly in all EU member states. Directives, on the other hand, must first be transposed into individual member state regulations before they take effect. REACH is a comprehensive regulation concerning the management of chemicals. Some consider it "the most complex and far-reaching foreign technical barrier China has ever encountered." Given the complexity of the regulation and the scope and extent of its impact on the industry, this statement is indeed accurate! However, it's important not to think that REACH only presents technical barriers to businesses.

2009-05-08