Regulations on the prohibition of certain toxic substances, Canada Gazette of 2022, Part I, Volume 156, number 20
The proposal for the prohibition regulation of certain toxic substances, 2022, was published in theCanada Gazette, Part I, vol. 156, no. 20, on May 14, 2022 and was open during a period of 75 -day public comments that ended on July 28, 2022.
The regulations include a list of forbidden toxic substances and authorized activities related to them.
- Forbidden substances include examples such as hexaclorobenzene, polychlorinated biphenyls and perfluorooctanoic acid.
- Authorized activities may include the use, sale or import of certain products under specific conditions.
- The regulations describe the expiration dates for permits applications, the conditions for authorized activities and the labeling and elimination requirements.
ANNEX 1: Prohibited toxic substances and authorized activities
- Annex 1 of the regulations provides a detailed list of forbidden toxic substances, the products that contain them, authorized activities, conditions and expiration dates for permits requests.
- It covers a wide range of substances, including polyibromated biphenyls, chlorinated alkanes and various perfluorous compounds.
- The schedule specifies the conditions for each authorized activity and describes the compliance schedule.
Annex 2: Information required for laboratory use
- Annex 2 of the Regulation refers to the required information related to the use of certain toxic substances in laboratories for analysis, scientific research or as analytical laboratory standards.
- It includes information about the laboratory, the toxic substances used, the planned period of use, the amounts used, the proposed and real uses and the concentration of toxic substances in the products.
ANNEX 3 - INCIDENTAL PRESENCE
- Annex 3 addresses the incidental presence of certain toxic substances.
- It establishes limits for the total concentration of specific substances that may be present in manufactured items or products.
- This schedule helps to manage and control the unwanted presence of toxic substances.
ANNEX 4: Information required for permission requests
- Annex 4 describes the required information in a request for permission or renewal of a permit.
- Includes details about the applicant, amounts of toxic substances, proposed uses, alternative substances, environmental protection measures and implementation plans.
The Regulation of Prohibition of certain toxic substances of 2022, published in the Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 156, number 20, plays a fundamental role in the protection of human health and the environment.
By restricting and controlling the use of toxic substances, these regulations contribute to a cleaner and more safe Canada.
Compliance with these regulations is essential for organizations and individuals involved in activities related to the toxic substances listed.
As an articles producer, where is the difference with the EU?
- MAS FLAT Note (DP): 1.4: 7.10-Dimetanodibenzo [A, e] Cycloocteno, 1,2,3,4,7,9,10,10,13,13,14,14-declore-1, 4.4a, 5.6,6a, 7,10,10a, 11,12,12a-dodecahidro-, which has the formula molecular formula C18H12CL12
- Danabromodiphenylete (DBDPE): benzene, 1.1 ′-(1,2-estanodiil) bis [2,3,4,6-pentabromo-, which has the Molecular formula C14H4b10
Ahmed Sakr
Product Compliance Consultant
Complymarket UG (haftungsbeschraenkt)
