Chemical name: Cyclododecane, 1,2,5,6,9,10-hexabromo-, Cyclododecane, hexabromo- Final regulatory action has been taken for the category: Industrial Final regulatory action: The chemical is Banned Use or uses prohibited by the final regulatory action: All uses. The final regulatory action was based on a risk or hazard evaluation: Yes Summary of the final regulatory action: This chemical is designated as Class I Specified Chemical Substances. It is prohibited to manufacture, import or use this chemical substance. The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Human health Summary of known hazards and risks to human health: This chemical is persistent, highly bioaccumulalive and has long-term toxicity to humans. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to human health: Reduction of human exposure to this substance as its use is phased out. Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 01/05/2014 |