| Product groups: |
Paints and varnishes |
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Preservatives |
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Cosmetics |
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Textiles |
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| Reason for selection: |
Systematically selected because of its classification. |
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| Goals: |
High priority is assigned to special action on this
substance. |
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Restrictions on this substance are desired because of its
harmful effects on the health. |
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| Classification /37/: |
Sensitising (R43), carcinogenic (Carc3; R40), toxic
(R23/24/25) and corrosive (R34). |
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| Present regulation: |
Restrictions on use: /28/, /34/, /35/, /41/ |
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Quality criteria/limit values: /12/, /17/, /39/ |
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Working environment: /2/, /3/, /5/, /6/, /8/, /9/ |
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Miscellaneous: |
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| Activities: |
Updating of data concerning quantities and patterns of use
for products in Denmark, including quantities of impurities in products (National Register
of Chemical Substances and Products, Denmark). |
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An investigation shall be conducted to determine whether or
not there is a need for an amendment to the Statutory Order on the release of formaldehyde
from chipboard, so that release from surface treatments is included. |
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