Chemical name: 1,1'-Biphenyl, 2,2',3,3',4,4',5,5',6,6'-decabromo-

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 are banned.

Use or uses that remain allowed:

None.

The final regulatory action was based on a risk or hazard evaluation: Yes

Summary of the final regulatory action:

No person shall import, manufacture, handle, sell or transport this chemical in the country as listed in the Second Schedule of the Environment Act 2008.

The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Environment

Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment:

It accumulates in food chains, evidence exists of chronic toxicity to various species, and because they are embryotoxic and teratogenic.

Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to the environment:

Reduce exposure.

Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 16/06/2009