Publications
Phosphonate in Wasch- und Reinigungsmitteln und deren Verbleib in der Umwelt – Entwicklung von Analyseverfahren und deren praktische Anwendung bei Proben von Oberflächenwasser, Abwasser und Sediment
Phosphonate sind schwer abbaubare Komplexbildner, welche über das Abwasser in die Gewässer eingetragen werden. Im Rahmen eines Vorhabens zu schwer abbaubaren Verbindungen in Wasch- und Reinigungsmitteln (FKZ 3709 65 430) wurde festgestellt, dass der überwiegende Teil der im Abwasser enthaltenen Phosphonate aus dem Einsatz in Wasch- und Reinigungsmitteln stammt.
Advancing REACH – The Restriction Procedure
The restriction process is a central instrument of REACH to regulate risks of substances by means of a restriction or prohibition for certain concentration ranges and uses. This project analysed the current implementation of the process based on a literature review and case studies with a focus on the workload for authorities, the duration of the procedure and the role oft he committees.
Assessment of the Authorisation Process under REACH
The authorisation process is a central instrument of REACH, aiming at reducing risks from the use of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC). The goal is a stepwise elimination of such substances from the market with the option to grant temporary exemptions.
Development of REACH – Review of evidence on the benefits & costs of REACH
This report is a review of the existing literature which determine the current level of knowledge of the benefits and costs associated with REACH. The main focus of the review was on the identification of the gaps in the assessment of benefits.
Advancing REACH - REACH and substitution
Enhancing substitution of substances of concern with less hazardous alternatives will remain a key challenge for chemicals management in the coming years and is a central aim of REACH.
PBT - Quo vadis? Examination and further development of the PBT assessment approach for identification of environmental SVHC
The project “PBT - Quo vadis?” includes an examination of the concept currently valid under REACH for evaluating the PBT properties of chemicals from a scientific and regulatory point of view. A main focus of the examination was on chemicals which, despite their worrying properties, have not yet been covered by the PBT concept.
Developing a Guidance Document for the testing of dissolution and dispersion stability of nanomaterials, and the use of the data for further environmental testing and assessment strategies
The report describes the scientific background and motivation to develop an OECD Guidance Document on the determination on dissolution and dispersion stability of nanomaterials in the environment. It presents the process and approach to develop the GD and summarizes its relevance for risk assessment and regulation of nanomaterials. The “OECD Guidance Document No.
Toxicological basis data for the derivation of EU-LCI values for neopentyl glycol, diisobutyl succinate, diisobutyl glutarate, 1,2- dimethoxyethane and 1,2-diethoxyethane
The subject of this project was the preparation of substance reports for five substances relevant for building products emissions. For these substances, the toxicological data basis were researched, compiled and evaluated, and EU-LCI values were proposed. The EU-LCI values allow the harmonisation of the health assessment of building products emissions throughout Europe.
UMID 02/2020
Der Titelbeitrag der Ausgabe 02/2020 der Zeitschrift UMID stellt die verschiedenen bei der Herstellung von Textilien verwendeten Chemikalien vor. Er informiert über in die Kritik geratene Substanzgruppen und gibt einen Überblick über aktuelle gesetzliche Regelungen im Bereich Textilien.
Beste verfügbare Techniken für die PFOS-Substitution in der Oberflächenbehandlung von Metallen und Kunststoffen sowie Analyse der alternativen Substanzen zu PFOS beim Einsatz in Anlagen zur Verchromung und Kunststoffbeize
Im Projekt wurde ermittelt, dass in Deutschland ca. 1000 Anlagen zum Verchromen und Beizen von Kunststoffen betrieben werden, in denen PFOS flächendeckend durch 6:2 FTS substituiert wurde. Für den Einsatz von Netzmitteln oder Cr(VI) gibt es bereits viele Prozessalternativen. Die Ergebnisse des Projekts können u.a.
Advancing REACH: Dossier Evaluation
The study analyses, under the perspective of the aims of the REACH Regulation, how the quality of registration dossiers could be improved. Starting point are empirical data, including those provided by ECHA, indicating that a relevant part of the registration dossiers does not meet the requirements set out in REACH.
Nanomaterials in the environment
Recommendations of the German Environment Agency
Nanomaterials can have different or new properties in comparison with conventional chemicals and materials. Meanwhile the substance legislations was partially adapted by nano-specific provisions; for parts however adaptation needs still exist. As a result, specific environmental risks cannot be fully described and assessed as well as appropriate measures to minimize the risks cannot be taken.