ECHA – PFHxA consultation on proposed EU restriction

Germany has prepared a restriction proposal on Perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA) in the European Union related substances and it kicked off a six month consultation started on 25 March, 2020.

This info session from the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) gives an update on the proposed restriction, clarifies its scope and how stakeholders can prepare and submit comments as part of the consultation.

Perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA) are versatile compounds and have been used in various sectors such as clothing, polymers and fire extinguishing agents for their powerful repellent properties. However, their persistent and mobile properties make the control of their emissions and exposure difficult, and they have been linked to adverse effects to both human health and the environment. 

Presentations to accompany the webinar

The restriction process, specific information requests and giving input  Peter Simpson, Maria Ottati, Anna-Lena Rehrl – ECHA 

PFHxA restriction proposal in-depth by the dossier submitter  Achim Helmedach, Stefan Kacan – German Environment Agency UBA

Original broadcast date: 23rd April 2020

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