ECHA Expands SVHC Candidate List: Key Changes for 2025
ECHA Expands SVHC Candidate List: Key Changes for 2025
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has announced a critical update to its Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Candidate List. On January 21, 2025, five hazardous chemicals were officially added to the list, while an existing entry was updated to reflect its endocrine-disrupting properties.
Key Developments
In August 2024, ECHA initiated a 45-day public consultation to assess multiple chemicals for potential inclusion in the SVHC Candidate List. Following expert review by the Member State Committee, five substances were confirmed as SVHCs, and the listing for “tris (4-nonylphenyl, branched and linear) phosphite” was updated.
As a result, the SVHC Candidate List now comprises 247 substances. The newly added chemicals and their details are outlined below:
Five New SVHCs:
| Substance Name | EC Number | CAS Number | Reason for Inclusion | Common Uses |
| 6-[(C10-C13)-alkyl-(branched, unsaturated)-2,5-dioxopyrrolidin-1-yl] hexanoic acid | 701-118-1 | 2156592-54-8 | Toxic for reproduction (Article 57c) | Lubricants, greases, release products, and metalworking fluids |
| O, O,O-triphenyl phosphorothioate | 209-909-9 | 597-82-0 | Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic (PBT) (Article 57d) | Lubricants and greases |
| Octamethyltrisiloxane | 203-497-4 | 107-51-7 | Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative (vPvB) (Article 57e) | Cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, cleaning products, coatings, sealants, and adhesives |
| Perfluamine | 206-420-2 | 338-83-0 | vPvB (Article 57e) | Manufacture of electrical, electronic, and optical equipment |
| Reaction mass of: triphenyl thiophosphate and tertiary butylated phenyl derivatives | 421-820-9 | 192268-65-8 | PBT (Article 57d) | No active registrations |
Updated Entry:
| Substance Name | Reason for Inclusion | Common Uses |
| Tris (4-nonylphenyl, branched and linear) phosphite | Endocrine disrupting properties (Article 57f – environment) | Polymers, adhesives, sealants, and coatings |
What This Means for Manufacturers and Importers
Companies operating in the EU should assess whether these substances are present in their products or supply chains. If so, compliance with REACH regulations may require additional reporting, risk assessment, and potential substitution strategies.
For businesses in affected industries, staying ahead of regulatory changes is essential to maintaining compliance and ensuring product safety.
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