Regulatory Update: Act Now to Stay Compliant
On 25 June 2025, ECHA added three new substances to the REACH Candidate List, raising the total number of entries to 250 SVHCs. This update directly impacts manufacturers, importers, and suppliers—especially those in cosmetics, automotive, and textiles. Staying ahead of these changes is critical for maintaining market access and protecting your brand.
At 1cc GmbH, we help businesses like yours understand and navigate these regulatory changes under REACH, the Waste Framework Directive, and SCIP database obligations. Let’s take a closer look at the substances added and what your company needs to do to ensure ongoing compliance.
The Newly Added SVHCs at a Glance
|
Substance Name |
EC Number |
CAS Number |
Reason for Inclusion |
Typical Uses |
|
1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyl-3-[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]trisiloxane |
241-867-7 |
17928-28-8 |
vPvB |
Electronics, Coatings, |
|
Decamethyltetrasiloxane |
205-491-7 |
141-62-8 |
vPvB |
Heat transfer fluids, |
|
Tetra(sodium/potassium) 7-[(E)-{2-acetamido-4-[(E)-(4-{[4-chloro-6-({2-[(4-fluoro-6-{[4(vinylsulfonyl)phenyl]amino}-1,3,5-triazine-2 yl)amino]propyl}amino)-1,3,5-triazine-2-yl]amino}-5-sulfonato-1-naphthyl)diazenyl]-5-methoxyphenyl}diazenyl]-1,3,6-naphthalenetrisulfonate; |
466-490-7 |
- |
Toxic for reproduction |
Textile treatment products and dyes |
What This Means for Your Business
Immediate regulatory obligations:
- SCIP Notification: You must notify ECHA about articles containing these SVHCs above 0.1% w/w by 25 December 2025.
- REACH Article 33: Communicate the presence of these SVHCs to downstream users and consumers, including safe use information.
- Safety Data Sheets: Update SDSs for substances and mixtures containing these SVHCs.
- EU Ecolabel: Products containing these SVHCs may lose eco-label eligibility.
How 1cc GmbH Can Help You Respond Proactively
Navigating new SVHC requirements can be complex and time sensitive. 1cc GmbH offers:
- SVHC screening and portfolio analysis to quickly identify affected products
- Strategic consulting for REACH and Waste Framework Directive compliance
- SCIP notification services for timely and accurate reporting
- SDS and supply chain documentation updates to ensure compliance across your operations
Don’t Wait—Secure Your Compliance and Market Position
With regulatory deadlines approaching, acting now is essential to avoid disruptions and safeguard your reputation. 1cc GmbH is ready to support your compliance efforts every step of the way.
For full details, see the official ECHA announcement. Contact us today to discuss your compliance strategy.
