EU Adopts Draft Amendment on Dechlorane Plus under POPs Regulation

On May 15, 2025, the European Commission reviewed and adopted a draft amendment to the POPs Regulation, explicitly listing Dechlorane Plus as a newly controlled substance. The draft proposes adding Dechlorane Plus to Annex I of the POPs Regulation. The EU will formally publish the amendment via the Official Journal to update the regulatory requirements under the POPs Regulation.

The following content is added to Part A of Annex I of the POPs Regulation:

Dechlorane Plus, a high-performance halogenated aliphatic flame retardant, is commonly used in flame retardant modifications for automotive plastics and resin materials. CTT advises relevant enterprises to closely monitor regulatory updates on Dechlorane Plus. CTT offers comprehensive one-stop solutions, including consultation, testing, and training services. For more details, please feel free to contact us.

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https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives/13888-Persistent-organic-pollutant-dechlorane-plus_en