Europe | ECHA adds 2 new substances to the Candidate List (253 SVHC)
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The SVHC candidate list was updated on February 4, 2026, with the addition of two new substances and now contains 253 entries.
n-hexane (CAS 110-54-3)
Reason for proposing:
Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure, (Article 57(f) - human health)
Uses:
- Formulation, polymer processing, coatings and cleaning agent
- Solvent
- Component in glues, varnishes, and consumer products like gasoline
- Cleaning agent in various industries, including textiles, furniture, and printing.
4,4'-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]diphenol and its salts (Bisphenol AF)
Reason for proposing:
Toxic for reproduction (Article 57c)
Uses:
- Reactive process regulator in polymer materials and in rubber production
- Crosslinking agent
- Monomer for polyimides, polyamides, polyesters, polycarbonate copolymers and other specialty polymers
- Vulcanizing agents
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