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EU: REACH - ECHA has added Triphenyl Phosphate to the candidate list for Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC)

NOVEMBER 2024 - ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS, HARDLINES, SOFTLINES, TOYS AND CHILDREN'S PRODUCTS

On 7 November 2024, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) added one new Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) into the Candidate List1, bringing the total number of SHVCs on the list to 2422.

Triphenyl phosphate (TPhP) was proposed to be identified as an SVHC during the 31st public consultation of Candidate List. However, the Member State Committee (MSC) could not reach a consensus and it failed to be identified as an SVHC in in June 2024. After further discussion during the meeting in October 2024, the MSC unanimously agreed to identify TPhP as an SVHC and confirmed the addition to the Candidate List.

Table A gives the substance name, identification numbers (CAS and EC), the reason for inclusion and the potential applications. 

Table A. Newly added SVHC to the Candidate List

Substance Name CAS Number Reason for inclusion
 Potential Application 
Triphenyl phosphate (TPhP)
  115-86-6 (204-112-2) Endocrine disrupting properties (Article 57(f) – environment)
  • Used as flame retardant and plasticiser in polymer formulations;
  • Used in adhesives and sealants;
  • Used in cosmetic products;
  • Used as a laboratory chemical.

 

 

[1] Press release from ECHA

[2] The official Candidate List

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