Concerns – about ESPR substances of concern

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Current EU proposals around textile chemistry attached to the proposed Eco-Design and Sustainable Product Regulation Proposed are badly thought out and won’t work effectively

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Lobbyists seem to have got in the ears of legislators - with hazards now prioritised over risk Image: © mewaji | Shutterstock

As chair of the ZDHC MRSL Council, it’s necessary to keep my eyes peeled and ears open so that appropriate global action can be taken when faced with impending chemical legislation in certain jurisdictions.

The ZDHC will often wait for legislation to settle and to be confirmed and sometimes we take pre-emptive action if we’re sure it’s the right thing to do and/or we have high levels of confidence that the legislation will be passed.

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