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Know About ECHA’s Updated Hazardous Chemicals To Candidate List

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ECHA is known for its ever-evolving regulations and policies to prevent the potential risks from the environment and human health from the hazardous chemicals. The Candidate List of SVHC or Substances Of Very High Concern was recently updated by the ECHA by adding more chemical substances. It is essential to understand that the candidate list already consists of 247 entries with each chemical possessing significant risks for the human health and environment. Hence, with the addition of more chemicals it becomes important for the companies to deal with the chemical companies for managing the associated risks and ensuring the customers receive the right information regarding the chemical usage. Therefore, this blog helps to know the recently added chemicals to the candidate list by ECHA. 

New Additions To The Candidate List

Overview Of The Latest Substances

The ECHA was updated by the Candidate List with six additional chemical substances on 21st January 2025 because of its high chemical risks like persistence, properties, and toxicity. They include, 

  • Octamethyltrisiloxane (CAS 107-51-7) is one of the chemicals added to the candidate list which is classified under the very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB). This chemical is used significantly in products like cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, coatings, personal care products, and various chemical products.  
  • Perfluamine (CAS 338-83-0) is another chemical added under the vPvB which is used in the manufacturing process of optical, electronic, and electrical equipment.  
  • Thirdly, the O,O,O-Triphenyl Phosphorothioate (CAS 597-82-0) is added to the candidate list due to their high PBT(Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic). This chemical is commonly used in greases and lubricants.  
  • The Triphenylthiophosphate and Tertiary Butylated Phenyl Derivatives (CAS 192268-65-8) is a PBT substance but with no record of active registration. However, this substance is added in order to prevent the case of substitution.  
  • The 6-[(C10-C13)-alkyl-(branched, unsaturated)-2,5-dioxopyrrolidin-1-yl]hexanoic Acid (CAS 2156592-54-8) have been recognized as the potential risk chemical substance which has impact on reproduction. This substance is widely used in greases, metalworking fluids, and lubricants. 
  • Finally, the Tris(4-nonylphenyl, branched and linear) Phosphite which entered the list due to its property for disrupting the endocrine. Hence, this tendency impacts the environment as they are found widely in adhesives, polymers, coatings, and sealants.

Legal And Business Implications For Companies

Regulatory Compliance Under REACH

The inclusion of these chemicals in the Candidate List triggers several obligations under the REACH Regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals):

Notification Requirements: 

Companies must notify ECHA if their articles contain an SVHC above 0.1% weight by weight (w/w) within six months of its inclusion in the list (by 21 July 2025).

Information Disclosure To Consumers: 

Suppliers must inform customers and consumers about the presence of these substances and provide guidance on their safe use.

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Updates: 

EU and EEA suppliers of these substances must revise and update SDS documentation to reflect the latest classification and hazard information.

SCIP Database Notification: 

Under the Waste Framework Directive, companies must report products containing SVHCs above 0.1% w/w in the Substances of Concern in Products (SCIP) database.

Restrictions Under EU Ecolabel Regulation: 

Products containing SVHCs are ineligible for the EU Ecolabel, impacting marketability and environmental compliance efforts.

Future Implications:

The Candidate List serves as a preliminary step for chemicals that may later be transferred to the Authorisation List (Annex XIV of REACH). Once a substance is listed in Annex XIV: 

  • Companies cannot use the substance unless they apply for and receive special authorisation from the European Commission. 
  • Additional restrictions could limit supply chain availability and increase compliance costs for industries using these substances. 

The inclusion of six new substances in the Candidate List of SVHCs reinforces the European Union’s commitment to protecting human health and the environment from hazardous chemicals. Companies operating in sectors such as cosmetics, electronics, lubricants, and coatings must carefully assess their supply chains and implement regulatory compliance measures to avoid penalties and ensure safe usage. 

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