EU proposes not to approve chlorophene as an existing active substance for use in biocidal products of product-type 2

European Commission proposes implementing decision does not approve chlorophene as an active substance for use in biocidal products of product-type 2.

Risks for human health were identified that could not be mitigated by adequate risk mitigation measures and no safe use could be found. The opinion of the European Chemicals Agency can be found on its website (http://echa.europa.eu/regulations/biocidal-products-regulation/approval-of-active-substances/bpc-opinions-on-active-substance-approval

Products covered : Biocidal products

HS Code: 3808

Proposed date of adoption: September 2020

Proposed date of entry into force: 20 days from publication in the Official Journal of the EU (Application 12 months after adoption)

Final date for comments: 60 days from notification

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