COMMISSION DECISION
of 28 May 2014
establishing the ecological criteria for the award of the EU Ecolabel for indoor and outdoor paints and varnishes
(notified under document C(2014) 3429)
(Text with EEA relevance)
(2014/312/EU)
Article 1
Article 2
Article 3
Article 4
Article 5
Article 6
Article 7
Article 8
ANNEX
EU ECOLABEL CRITERIA AND ASSESSMENT AND VERIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Assessment and verification
Criterion 1. White pigment and Wet Scrub Resistance
1(a)
Minimum requirement for white pigment content
Wet scrub resistance |
Indoor limit (g/m2) |
Class 1 |
40 |
Class 2 |
36 |
1(b)
Minimum requirement for Wet Scrub Resistance (for indoor paints only)
Criterion 2. Titanium Dioxide pigment
Criterion 3. Efficiency in use
Criteria |
Paints and Varnishes (with their subcategories identified according to the Directive 2004/42/EC) |
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Indoor paint (a, b) |
Outdoor paint (c) |
Trim and cladding (d) |
Thick decorative coating indoor and outdoor (l) |
Varnish and woodstain (e, f) |
One pack performance and floor covering paint (i) |
Primer (g) |
Undercoat and primer (h) |
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8 m2/L |
4 m2/L (elastomeric paint) 6 m2/L (masonry paint) |
Outdoor products 6 m2/L Indoor products 8 m2/L |
1 m2/L |
— |
Outdoor products 6 m2/L Indoor products 8 m2/L |
6 m2/L (without opacity) 8 m2/L (with opacity) |
6 m2/L (without opacity) 8 m2/L (with opacity) |
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Resistant to water |
Resistant to water |
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— |
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— |
— |
Score 2 |
1,5 MPa (masonry paint) |
1,5 MPa (masonry paint) |
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— |
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70 mg weight loss |
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— |
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1 000 h |
1 000 h (outdoor) |
1 000 h (outdoor) |
1 000 h (outdoor) |
1 000 h (outdoor) |
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— |
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Class II or better |
— |
Class II or better (outdoor) |
— |
— |
— |
— |
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Where claims are made Class III |
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Class II or better (outdoor) |
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— EN 1062-3 |
All other products Class II or better |
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Class 1 or lower (masonry or wood paints) |
Class 0 (outdoor wood products) |
Class 1 or lower (outdoor) |
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Class 1 or lower (masonry or wood paints) |
Class 0 (outdoor wood products) |
Class 1 or lower (outdoor) |
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A1 (elastomeric paint only) |
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Masonry paint |
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— |
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Outdoor for masonry |
Outdoor for masonry |
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Anti-rust paint |
Anti-rust paint |
— |
— |
Anti-rust paint |
Anti-rust paint |
Anti-rust paint |
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EN ISO 12944-2 and 12944-6, ISO 9227, ISO 4628-2 and 4628-3 |
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Blistering: ≥ size 3/density 3 Rusting: ≥ Ri2 |
Blistering: ≥ size 3/density 3 Rusting: ≥ Ri2 |
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Blistering: ≥ size 3/density 3 Rusting: ≥ Ri2 |
Blistering: ≥ size 3/density 3 Rusting: ≥ Ri2 |
Blistering: ≥ size 3/density 3 Rusting: ≥ Ri2 |
3(a)
Spreading rate
3(b)
Resistance to water
3(c)
Adhesion
3(d)
Abrasion
3(e)
Weathering (for outdoor paints and varnishes)
3(f)
Water vapour permeability
3(g)
Liquid water permeability
3(h)
Fungal and algal resistance
3(i)
Crack bridging
3(j)
Alkali resistance
3(k)
Corrosion resistance
Criterion 4. Content of Volatile and Semi-volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs, SVOCs)
Product description (with subcategory denotation according to Directive 2004/42/EC) |
VOC limits (g/l including water) |
SVOC limits (g/l including water) |
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10 |
30(7)/40(8) |
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40 |
30(7)/40(8) |
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25 |
40 |
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80 |
50(7)/60(8) |
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65 |
30 |
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75 |
60 |
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50 |
30(7)/40(8) |
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15 |
30(7)/40(8) |
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15 |
30(7)/40(8) |
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80 |
50(7)/60(8) |
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80 |
50(7)/60(8) |
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80 |
50(7)/60(8) |
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Anti-rust paints |
80 |
60 |
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Polar systems (water-borne coating products) |
Non-polar systems (solvent-borne coating products) |
SVOC |
Diethyl adipate (C10H18O4) to methylpalmitate (C17H34O2) |
n-Tetradecane (C14H30) to n-Docosan (C22H46) |
Criterion 5. Restriction of hazardous substances and mixtures
5(a)
Overall restrictions to hazard classifications and risk phrases
Acute toxicity |
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Category 1 and 2 |
Category 3 |
H300 Fatal if swallowed (R28) |
H301 Toxic if swallowed (R25) |
H310 Fatal in contact with skin (R27) |
H311 Toxic in contact with skin (R24) |
H330 Fatal if inhaled (R23/26) |
H331 Toxic if inhaled (R23) |
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways (R65) |
EUH070 Toxic by eye contact (R39/41) |
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Specific target organ toxicity |
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Category 1 |
Category 2 |
H370 Causes damage to organs (R39/23, R39/24, R39/25, R39/26, R39/27, R39/28) |
H371 May cause damage to organs (R68/20, R68/21, R68/22) |
H372 Causes damage to organs (R48/25, R48/24, R48/23) |
H373 May cause damage to organs (R48/20, R48/21, R48/22) |
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Respiratory and skin sensitisation |
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Category 1A |
Category 1B |
H317: May cause allergic skin reaction (R43) |
H317: May cause allergic skin reaction (R43) |
H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled (R42) |
H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled (R42) |
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Carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic for reproduction |
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Category 1A and 1B |
Category 2 |
H340 May cause genetic defects (R46) |
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects (R68) |
H350 May cause cancer (R45) |
H351 Suspected of causing cancer (R40) |
H350i May cause cancer by inhalation (R49) |
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H360F May damage fertility (R60) |
H361f Suspected of damaging fertility (R62) |
H360D May damage the unborn child (R61) |
H361d Suspected of damaging the unborn child (R63) |
H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child (R60, R60/61) |
H361fd Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child (R62/63) |
H360Fd May damage fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child (R60/63) |
H362 May cause harm to breast fed children (R64) |
H360Df May damage the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility (R61/62) |
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Hazardous to the aquatic environment |
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Category 1 and 2 |
Category 3 and 4 |
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life (R50) |
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (R52/53) |
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (R50/53) |
H413 May cause long-lasting effects to aquatic life (R53) |
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (R51/53) |
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Hazardous to the ozone layer |
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EUH059 Hazardous to the ozone layer (R59) |
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CLP Mixture classification |
DSD equivalent |
Acutely toxic |
T or T+ |
Specific target organ toxicant |
T, T+ or Xn |
A respiratory or skin sensitiser |
— |
A carcinogen, mutagen or reproductive toxicant |
Carcinogen, Mutagen or Reproductive toxicant categories 1-3 |
Hazardous to the environment |
N (excluding R53 and R52/53) |
5(a)(i)
Derogations applying to substance groups
5(a)(ii)
Derogation conditions applying to production sites
5(b)
Restrictions that apply to Substances of Very High Concern
5(c)
Restrictions that apply to specific hazardous substances
Criterion 6. Consumer information
Criterion 7. Information appearing on the EU Ecolabel
Appendix
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE RESTRICTION AND DEROGATION LIST
Substance group |
Scope of restriction and/or derogation |
Concentration limits (where applicable) |
Assessment and verification |
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1. Preservatives added to colourants, binders and the final product |
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Applicability: All products unless specified otherwise |
In-can preservatives classified with the following derogated hazard classifications may be used in ecolabelled products: Derogated classifications: H331 (R23), H400 (R50), H410 (R50/53), H411 (R51/53), H412 (R52/53), H317 (R43) In-can preservatives classified with these derogated classifications must also meet the following derogation conditions:
Specific concentration limits applies to the following preservatives:
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In-can preservatives Sum total in the final product: 0,060 % w/w Concentration limit 0,050 % 0,050 % |
Verification: Declaration by the applicant and their binder supplier supported by CAS numbers and classifications for the active ingredients in the final product and its binder. This shall include calculation by the applicant of the concentration of the active ingredient in the final product. In line with the requirements of the Biocide Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 Article 58(3) all manufactured active ingredients for which 50 % or more of the particles in the number size distribution have one or more external dimensions in the size range 1 nm-100 nm shall be identified. |
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The derogated hazard classifications and the derogation conditions listed under 1(a) shall apply also to preservatives used to protect colour tints whilst stored in machines prior to mixing with base paints. Preservatives added to protect tints that will be dispensed from machines shall not exceed a sum total of 0,20 % w/w. The following preservatives are subject to specific maximum concentration limits contributing to the sum total of preservatives in the colourant: |
Sum total preservatives in the colourant: 0,20 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration by the applicant and/or their tint supplier supported by CAS numbers and classifications for the active ingredients in the final product and its binder. This shall include calculation of the concentration of the active ingredient in the final tint product. In line with the requirements of the Biocide Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 Article 58(3) all manufactured active ingredients for which 50 % or more of the particles in the number size distribution have one or more external dimensions in the size range 1 nm-100 nm. shall be identified. |
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0,10 % |
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0,050 % |
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0,050 % |
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Applicability: Outdoor paints, indoor paints for specific applications |
Dry film preservatives and their stabilisers classified with the following derogated hazard classifications may be used in all outdoor products and only specific indoor products: Derogated classifications: H400 (R50), H410 (R50/53), H411 (R51/53), H412 (R52/53), H317 (R43) Dry film preservatives classified with these derogated classifications must also meet the following derogation conditions:
A higher sum total applies to the following dry film preservatives for the specified applications only: 3-iodo-2-propynyl butylcarbamate (IPBC) combinations Outdoor paints and varnishes Specific concentration limits applies to the following preservatives: Zinc pyrithione |
Dry film preservatives Sum total in the final product: Indoor paints intended for use in areas with high humidity, including kitchens and bathrooms 0,10 % w/w All outdoor paint applications 0,30 % w/w Outdoor paints sum total for IPBC combinations: 0,650 % 0,050 % |
Verification: Declaration by the applicant and their binder supplier supported by CAS numbers and classifications for the active ingredients in the final product and its binder. This shall include calculation by the applicant of the concentration of the active ingredient in the final product. In line with the requirements of the Biocide Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 Article 58(3) all manufactured active ingredients for which 50 % or more of the particles in the number size distribution have one or more external dimensions in the size range 1 nm-100 nm. shall be identified. |
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Zinc oxide is derogated for use as a stabiliser for dry film preservative combinations that require zinc pyrithione or 1,2 Benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one (BIT). |
0,050 % |
Verification: Declaration by the applicant and their raw material suppliers. |
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2. Drying and anti-skinning agents |
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Applicability: All paints products unless specified otherwise. |
Derogated classifications: H301 (R24), H317 (R43), H373 (H48/20-22), H412 (R52/53), H413 (R53) Cobalt driers in alkyd paints, which are additionally classified with H400 (R50) and H410, are derogated for white and light coloured paints only up to the following concentration limit: |
Sum total drier content 0,10 % w/w Cobalt drier content limit 0,050 % |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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Applicability: All paints products |
Derogated classifications: H412 (R52/53), H413 (R53), H317 (R43) |
0,40 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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3. Corrosion inhibitors |
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Applicability: Where required |
Derogated classifications: H410 (R50/53), H411 (R51/53), H412 (R52/53), H413 (R53) Concentration limits that shall apply:
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8,0 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by SDS. |
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2,0 % w/w |
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Applicability: Where required |
Derogated classifications: H412 (R52/53), H413 (R53) |
0,50 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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4. Surfactants |
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Applicability: Surfactants used in all products. |
Derogated classifications: H411 (R51/53), H412 (R52/53), H413 (R53) The following sum total values apply to the ready to use final product:
The derogation applies to the surfactant formulation supplied to the paint manufacturer. Specific restrictions apply to Alkylphenolethoxylates (APEOs) and Perfluorinated surfactants. |
Sum total surfactants in the ready to use product: 1,0 % w/w 3,0 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant, raw material suppliers and/or their surfactant supplier supported by CAS No's and classifications for the surfactants used. |
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Applicability: Surfactants used in all products. |
Alkylphenolethoxylates (APEOs) and their derivatives shall not be used in any paint or varnish preparations or formulations. |
n/a |
Verification: A declaration of non-use shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS No's and classifications for the surfactants used. |
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Applicability: Surfactants used in specific products. |
Long chain perfluorinated surfactants, as specified in the OECD definition below, shall not be used:
Perfluorinated surfactants that do not meet (i),(ii) or (iii) may only be used in paint that is required to be resistant or repellent to water (see efficiency of use criteria 3(b) and 3(g) respectively) and to have a spreading rate of greater than 8 m2/l (see efficiency of use criteria 3(a). |
n/a |
Verification: A declaration of non-use shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and identification of chain length for the surfactants used. |
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5. Miscellaneous functional substances with general application |
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Applicability: All paints products |
Derogated classifications: H412 (R52/53), H413 (R53) |
2,0 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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Applicability: All products |
The following metals or their compounds shall not be present in the product or the ingredients used in the product above the specified cut-off limit: Cadmium, lead, chromium VI, mercury, arsenic, barium, selenium, antimony and cobalt. The following derogations apply:
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0,010 % cut-off per listed metal |
Verification: Declaration by the applicant and their raw material suppliers. |
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Applicability: All paints products |
Mineral raw materials including crystalline silica and leucophyllite minerals containing crystalline silica are derogated for H373 (R48/20). Mineral raw materials containing metals referred to in restriction 5(b) may be used if laboratory testing shows that the metal is bonded within a crystal lattice and is insoluble (see test method applicable). The following fillers are derogated on this basis: Nepheline syenite, containing barium |
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Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. Applicants wishing to use binders containing restricted metals shall submit test reports carried out in accordance with the listed standard. Test method: DIN 53770-1 or equivalent |
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Applicability: All paints products unless specified |
Derogated classifications: H311 (R24), H331 (R23), H400 (R50), H410 (R50/53), H411 (R51/53), H412 (R52/53), H413 (R53) The following concentration limits shall apply: |
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Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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1,0 % w/w |
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0,50 % w/w |
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Applicability: All paints products |
Derogated classifications: H413 (R53) |
0,10 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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Applicability: All products |
Pigments containing metals shall only be used where laboratory testing of the pigment shows that the metal chromophore is bonded within a crystal lattice and is insoluble. The following metal containing pigments are derogated for use without the need for testing:
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n/a |
Verification: Test results demonstrating that the pigment chromophore is bonded within a crystal lattice and is insoluble. Test method: DIN 53770-1 or equivalent |
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6. Miscellaneous functional substances with specialist applications |
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Applicability: Outdoor paints |
Derogated classifications: H317 (R43), H411 (R51/53), H412 (R52/53), H413 (R53), |
0,60 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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Applicability: Where included in the formulation |
The following phthalates shall not be intentionally added as plasticisers:
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Concentration limit for any individual phthalate: 0,010 % |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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7. Residual substances that may be present in the final product |
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Applicability: All products. |
Free formaldehyde shall not be intentionally added to the final product. The final product shall be tested in order to determine its free formaldehyde content. The sampling requirements for testing shall reflect the product range. The following sum total limit value shall apply: |
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Verification: The free formaldehyde content shall be determined for the white base or transparent tinting base predicted to contain the highest theoretical amount of formaldehyde. The content of the colour tint which is predicted to contain the highest theoretical amount of formaldehyde shall also be determined. Test method: 0,0010 % limit value: Determination of the in-can concentration using the Merckoquant method. If the outcome is not definitive according to this method then high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) shall be used to confirm the in-can concentration. 0,010 % limit value:
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The following derogations are made from this requirement:
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0,0010 % |
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0,010 % |
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Applicability: All products. |
Derogated classifications: H304 (R65) |
2,0 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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Applicability: Polymer binder systems |
Unreacted monomers present from binders including acrylic acid may be present in the final product up to a sum total limit. |
0,050 % w/w |
Verification: Declaration shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |
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Applicability: All products. |
Volatile Aromatic Hydrocarbons and halogenated solvents shall not be present in the final product. |
residual limit value of 0,01 % |
Verification: A declaration of non-use shall be provided by the applicant and their raw material suppliers supported by CAS numbers and classifications. |