1 July 2017

The European Union is preparing to further restrict the four-phased chemist. Plasticizers, which are widely used in most products, More than 0.1% will be banned. The European Union is one step closer to prohibiting the use of four phthalates in products. European Chemicals Agency Socio-Economic The analysis committee decided on 20 June that the EU should use the majority of chemicals under the REACH Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) voted for restraint.

Four phthalates are butylbenzyl phthalate (BBP), di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP).

The EU has forbidden the use of substances linked to reproductive effects in 2015 in accordance with REACH. But companies, more secure alternatives otherwise, they may obtain permanent use authorizations. Suggested constraints include the continued use of phthalate-containing consumer products at more than 0.1% by weight Will remove it.

Four phthalates, including upholstery, veneer fabrics and paper, recreational equipment, molluscs, footwear, office supplies and cables is used to soften plastics found in a wide variety of consumer products. Laboratory use will be exempt from restrictions.

The European Commission should still formally accept the restrictions that will become effective three years after it is finalized.

Source : ACS