Summary
The European Parliament opposes a Commission proposal to authorize certain uses of the chemical DEHP by Grupa Azoty, citing health risks and lack of evidence regarding alternatives. 10 27.03.2019
Other
health
environment
public safety
Key points
- The chemical DEHP is classified as toxic to reproduction and an endocrine disruptor affecting both humans and the environment.
- The Commission's delay in making a decision has effectively allowed the continued use of DEHP for several years past its intended phase-out date.
- Scientific assessments have identified major deficiencies in the information provided by the company regarding workplace exposure and risk control.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence that safer alternatives are not technically or economically feasible.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the draft Commission implementing decision partially granting an authorisation for certain uses of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) under Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council (Grupa Azoty Zakłady Azotowe Kędzierzyn S.A.)
Certain uses of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (Grupa Azoty Zakłady Azotowe Kędzierzyn S.A.)
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