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ECHA Launches Second Call for Evidence on Aromatic Brominated Flame Retardants

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May 2024
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The current call seeks further details on possible alternatives that could replace these hazardous substances in industrial applications.
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The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), based in Helsinki, has initiated a second call for evidence and information regarding aromatic brominated flame retardants. This initiative is part of a broader investigation into the environmental and health risks associated with these chemicals. The call, which began on 30 April 2024, invites stakeholders from various sectors to contribute data by 28June 2024.

Scope of the Investigation

The European Commission has tasked ECHA with preparing a comprehensive report on flame retardants, especially focusing on aromatic brominated types. This investigation aims to update the hazard information available and explore the usage of these substances and potential alternatives. The findings from this report will help the Commission decide on the necessity of drafting a restriction dossier.

Information Sought

In its first call, ECHA collected data on the usage of these flame retardants, including the sectors they are employed in and the concentrations used in various materials. The current call seeks further details on possible alternatives that could replace these hazardous substances in industrial applications.

Key Areas of Interest:

  1. Identification of uses where safe and effective alternatives are already in use across the EU.
  2. Assessment of uses where alternatives are available but require further research and development for full implementation.
  3. Exploration of uses where no viable alternatives have yet been identified, indicating a need for significant developmental efforts.

Stakeholders are encouraged to submit their findings using a specially prepared Excel format to ensure uniformity and consistency in the information provided.

Submission Guidelines

The call is open to a wide range of participants including manufacturers, suppliers, recyclers, distributors, and importers, as well as trade associations, scientific organizations, NGOs, and governmental authorities. Both EU/EEA and non-EU stakeholders are invited to contribute. Submissions can be made confidentially, and ECHA assures that all confidential information will be securely handled.

Contributors can submit their information via an online form available on the ECHA website, which includes sections for personal information, organizational details, non-confidential comments, and attachments. It is important to note that once submissions are made, they cannot be retrieved, so participants should keep their own records.

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The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), based in Helsinki, has initiated a second call for evidence and information regarding aromatic brominated flame retardants. This initiative is part of a broader investigation into the environmental and health risks associated with these chemicals. The call, which began on 30 April 2024, invites stakeholders from various sectors to contribute data by 28June 2024.

Background and Scope of the Investigation

The European Commission has tasked ECHA with preparing a comprehensive report on flame retardants, especially focusing on aromatic brominated types. This investigation aims to update the hazard information available and explore the usage of these substances and potential alternatives. The findings from this report will help the Commission decide on the necessity of drafting a restriction dossier.

Information Sought in Second Call

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