Tech Watch: New limits for HBCDD under POP Regulation
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New limits for HBCDD under POP Regulation
On the 27th of September 2024, The European Commission published the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/2555 which amends the table of Part A of Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 (POP Regulation).
The entry Hexabromocyclododecane and its main diastereoisomers was amended in the fourth column, point 1. This amendment affects to Specific exemption on intermediate use or other specification of these substances and change the limit. The new limits are:
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For substances, mixtures, articles or as constituents of the flame-retarded articles. |
For recycled polystyrene in the production of EPS and XPS insulation material for use in buildings or civil engineering works. |
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≤ 75 mg/kg (0,0075 % by weight) |
≤ 100 mg/kg (0,01 % by weight) |
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Note: The exemptions laid down in this point 1 shall be reviewed and assessed by the Commission by 1 January 2026 |
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This Regulation enters into force on the 17th of October 2024.