Chemical name: 1-Propanol, 2,3-dibromo-, phosphate (3:1) Final regulatory action has been taken for the category: Industrial Final regulatory action: The chemical is Severely Restricted Use or uses prohibited by the final regulatory action: The chemical may not be used in textile articles such as garments, undergarments and linen, intended to come into contact with the skin. Use or uses that remain allowed: The import and use of the chemical for research or laboratory purposes in quantities less than 10 kg are allowed. The final regulatory action was based on a risk or hazard evaluation: No Summary of the final regulatory action: Tris is prohibited for use in textile articles, such as garments, undergarments and linen, intended to come into contact with skin according to the Regulation relating to bans and restrictions on the marketing and use of certain dangerous substances and preparations. Tris is designated as a PIC Chemicals (Annex I of the Regulation on the import and export of certain dangerous chemical substances and preparations on the Bulgarian territory). The import and use of the chemical for research or laboratory purposes in quantities less than 10 kg are allowed. The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Human health Summary of known hazards and risks to human health: The chemical is considered a possible carcinogen to humans. Absorption via the skin is the main route of entry to the body, and must therefore be prevented. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to human health: Reduction of the risk and exposure for human health. Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 01/01/2003 |