EU - Restriction of NPEO in Washable Textiles

Restriction of NPEO in Washable Textiles.

Textile products, that can reasonably be expected to be washed with water during their normal life-cycle may not be brought into circulation if the content of nonylphenolethoxylate (NPEO) is equal to or exceeds 0.01% (100 mg/kg).

This regulation enters into force on February 3, 2021, after a transitional period of 60 months.