Medium-Chain Chlorinated Paraffins (MCCPs, C14\u201317)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Chlorpyrifos<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Long-Chain Perfluorocarboxylic Acids (LC-PFCAs), their salts and related compounds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The consultation period will last four weeks, ending on 19 December 2025. The amendment is expected to be formally adopted in Q2 2026.<\/p>\n
1. Purpose of the Proposed Amendment<\/strong><\/h2>\nThis amendment aims to further restrict chemicals identified as persistent, bioaccumulative, and harmful to human health or the environment. If adopted, the inclusion of MCCPs, chlorpyrifos, and LC-PFCAs in Annex I would mean these substances are effectively banned from all production and market activities within the EU.<\/p>\n
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2. Overview of Chlorpyrifos \u2013 One of the Substances Proposed for Listing<\/strong><\/p>\nChlorpyrifos is an organophosphate insecticide widely used in agricultural pest control and certain non-agricultural applications. By 2008, chlorpyrifos had been authorized for use in over 88 countries worldwide.<\/p>\n
2.1. Regulatory Status in Major Markets<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- \n
In the European Union, the use of chlorpyrifos in biocidal applications began to be p<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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hased out from 2008, following Commission Decision 2007\/565\/EC.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) initiated the phase-out of most non-agricultural uses as early as 2000.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Some countries still allow chlorpyrifos in specific contexts, such as termite control inside buildings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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In India, relevant authorities continue to recommend its use for termite prevention.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
2.2. Uses in Residential and Industrial Applications<\/strong><\/h3>\nChlorpyrifos is commonly found in wood-preservation treatments, including:<\/p>\n
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Processed wood products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Fence posts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Utility poles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Railway sleepers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Wooden containers and cargo boxes<\/p>\n
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3. What This Means for Businesses<\/strong><\/h2>\nIf the proposed amendment is adopted:<\/p>\n
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Any product containing MCCPs, LC-PFCAs, or chlorpyrifos may no longer be manufactured, imported, or placed on the EU market.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Industries likely to be affected include plastics, rubber, coatings, wood treatment, construction materials, and consumer goods.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Businesses should monitor the amendment closely and begin planning for substance substitution and compliance risk assessments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Contact CTIC now for EU chemical compliance consulting and testing services<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nChlorpyrifos is an organophosphate insecticide widely used in agricultural pest control and certain non-agricultural applications. By 2008, chlorpyrifos had been authorized for use in over 88 countries worldwide.<\/p>\n
2.1. Regulatory Status in Major Markets<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- \n
In the European Union, the use of chlorpyrifos in biocidal applications began to be p<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
hased out from 2008, following Commission Decision 2007\/565\/EC.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) initiated the phase-out of most non-agricultural uses as early as 2000.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Some countries still allow chlorpyrifos in specific contexts, such as termite control inside buildings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
In India, relevant authorities continue to recommend its use for termite prevention.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
2.2. Uses in Residential and Industrial Applications<\/strong><\/h3>\nChlorpyrifos is commonly found in wood-preservation treatments, including:<\/p>\n
\n- \n
Processed wood products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Fence posts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Utility poles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Railway sleepers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Wooden containers and cargo boxes<\/p>\n
<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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3. What This Means for Businesses<\/strong><\/h2>\nIf the proposed amendment is adopted:<\/p>\n
\n- \n
Any product containing MCCPs, LC-PFCAs, or chlorpyrifos may no longer be manufactured, imported, or placed on the EU market.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Industries likely to be affected include plastics, rubber, coatings, wood treatment, construction materials, and consumer goods.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Businesses should monitor the amendment closely and begin planning for substance substitution and compliance risk assessments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Contact CTIC now for EU chemical compliance consulting and testing services<\/p>\n
In the European Union, the use of chlorpyrifos in biocidal applications began to be p<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
hased out from 2008, following Commission Decision 2007\/565\/EC.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) initiated the phase-out of most non-agricultural uses as early as 2000.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Some countries still allow chlorpyrifos in specific contexts, such as termite control inside buildings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
In India, relevant authorities continue to recommend its use for termite prevention.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
2.2. Uses in Residential and Industrial Applications<\/strong><\/h3>\nChlorpyrifos is commonly found in wood-preservation treatments, including:<\/p>\n
\n- \n
Processed wood products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Fence posts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Utility poles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Railway sleepers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Wooden containers and cargo boxes<\/p>\n
<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
3. What This Means for Businesses<\/strong><\/h2>\nIf the proposed amendment is adopted:<\/p>\n
\n- \n
Any product containing MCCPs, LC-PFCAs, or chlorpyrifos may no longer be manufactured, imported, or placed on the EU market.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Industries likely to be affected include plastics, rubber, coatings, wood treatment, construction materials, and consumer goods.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Businesses should monitor the amendment closely and begin planning for substance substitution and compliance risk assessments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Contact CTIC now for EU chemical compliance consulting and testing services<\/p>\n
Processed wood products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Fence posts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Utility poles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Railway sleepers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Wooden containers and cargo boxes<\/p>\n
<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
3. What This Means for Businesses<\/strong><\/h2>\nIf the proposed amendment is adopted:<\/p>\n
\n- \n
Any product containing MCCPs, LC-PFCAs, or chlorpyrifos may no longer be manufactured, imported, or placed on the EU market.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Industries likely to be affected include plastics, rubber, coatings, wood treatment, construction materials, and consumer goods.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Businesses should monitor the amendment closely and begin planning for substance substitution and compliance risk assessments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Contact CTIC now for EU chemical compliance consulting and testing services<\/p>\n
Any product containing MCCPs, LC-PFCAs, or chlorpyrifos may no longer be manufactured, imported, or placed on the EU market.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Industries likely to be affected include plastics, rubber, coatings, wood treatment, construction materials, and consumer goods.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Businesses should monitor the amendment closely and begin planning for substance substitution and compliance risk assessments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Contact CTIC now for EU chemical compliance consulting and testing services<\/p>\n