New restriction intentions – Bisphenol A and similar bisphenols, and PFAS in firefighting foams

New restriction intentions has been submitted to the registry of intention.

Germany has submitted an intention to restrict the placing on the market and use of 4,4’-isopropylidenediphenol and ‘structurally related bisphenols of similar concern for the environment’. 

ECHA has submitted an intention to restrict the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in firefighting foams.

Both intentions were submitted on 1 October 2020 and the restriction proposals are expected on the 1st of October 2021.