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REACH Update: New SVHC Additions and Compliance Guidelines
On January 21, 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) added five new Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs) to the REACH Candidate List while also updating the classification of one existing entry. This brings the total number of entries to 247, underscoring the ongoing importance of regulatory compliance for businesses. Below, we outline the latest updates and their implications for your operations.
Key Details of the January 2025 Update
| Substance Name | EC Number | CAS Number | Reason for Inclusion | Examples of Uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-[(C10-C13)-alkyl-(branched, unsaturated)-2,5-dioxopyrrolidin-1-yl]hexanoic acid | 701-118-1 | 2156592-54-8 | Toxic for reproduction (Article 57c) | Lubricants, greases, release products, and metal working fluids |
| O,O,O-triphenyl phosphorothioate | 209-909-9 | 597-82-0 | Persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic, PBT (Article 57d) | Lubricants and greases |
| Octamethyltrisiloxane | 203-497-4 | 107-51-7 | Very persistent, very bioaccumulative, vPvB (Article 57e) | Manufacture and/or formulation of cosmetics, personal/health care products, pharmaceuticals, washing and cleaning products, coatings, non-metal surface treatment, and sealants and adhesives |
| Perfluamine | 206-420-2 | 338-83-0 | Very persistent, very bioaccumulative, vPvB (Article 57e) | Manufacture of electrical, electronic, and optical equipment, machinery, and vehicles |
| Reaction mass of: triphenylthiophosphate and tertiary butylated phenyl derivatives | 421-820-9 | 192268-65-8 | Persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic, PBT (Article 57d) | No active registrations |
| Tris(4-nonylphenyl, branched and linear) phosphite | — | — | Endocrine disrupting properties (Article 57f – environment) | Polymers, adhesives, sealants, and coatings |
Why This Matters
The Candidate List now contains 247 entries of chemicals that may pose risks to human health or the environment. This update places additional responsibility on companies to manage these risks and provide detailed safety information to their customers and consumers.
Compliance Requirements
As with all SVHC additions, businesses must adhere to several legal obligations to ensure compliance:
- Notification: If an article contains any of the newly added substances above a concentration of 0.1% (weight by weight), suppliers must inform their customers and consumers about its safe use within six months from the date of inclusion (by July 21, 2025).
- Waste Framework Directive Compliance: Companies must notify ECHA if their articles contain SVHCs in concentrations above 0.1%. This information will be included in ECHA’s SCIP (Substances of Concern In articles, as such or in complex objects (Products)) database.
Looking Ahead
Proactive compliance management is critical for businesses to remain aligned with these regulatory changes. These updates highlight the importance of monitoring the REACH Candidate List regularly and preparing for the potential inclusion of these substances in the Authorisation List, which could require companies to apply for continued use.
REACH Update: New SVHC Addition and Compliance Guidelines
On June 27, 2024, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) added a new Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) to the REACH Candidate List. This latest inclusion, bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl) peroxide, brings the total number of entries to 241. Below, we detail the implications of this update and how your business can stay compliant.
Key Details of the Update
Substance Added:
- Substance Name: Bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl) peroxide
- EC Number: 201-279-3
- CAS Number: 80-43-3
- Reason for Inclusion: Toxic for reproduction
- Examples of Uses: Flame retardant
Why This Matters:
The Candidate List now contains 241 entries of chemicals that pose risks to human health or the environment. This update places additional responsibility on companies to manage these risks and provide comprehensive safety information to their customers and consumers.
Compliance Requirements
Legal Obligations – When an SVHC is included on the Candidate List, companies have several legal obligations:
Notification: If an article contains a Candidate List substance above a concentration of 0.1% (weight by weight), suppliers must notify their customers and consumers about its safe use. This information must be provided within six months from the date of inclusion (by December 27, 2024).
Waste Framework Directive Compliance: Companies must also notify ECHA if their articles contain SVHCs in concentrations above 0.1%. This information will be published in ECHA’s SCIP (Substances of Concern In articles, as such or in complex objects (Products)) database.
Importance of Staying Informed
To manage these regulatory changes effectively, continuous monitoring of updates is essential. ECHA’s Member State Committee has confirmed the addition of bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl) peroxide, and this substance might be placed on the Authorisation List in the future. If this happens, companies will need to apply for authorisation to continue using it.
The addition to the REACH Candidate List underscores the importance of proactive compliance management. Businesses must stay informed and ready to adapt to these changes to ensure regulatory compliance and market access.
Need Assistance?
For more information on managing REACH compliance, visit The European Chemicals Agency website.
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