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Appendix
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Introduction
1. ZDHC MRSL
2. MRSL Candidate List
3. MRSL Archived List
Chapter 1: ZDHC MRSL (Manufacturing Restricted Substance List)
Alkylphenol (AP) and Alkylphenol Ethoxylates (APEOs): including all isomers
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
APEOs can be used as or found in: detergents, scouring agents, spinning oils, wetting agents, softeners, emulsifier/dispersing agents for dyes and prints, impregnating agents, de- gumming for silk production, dyes and pigment preparations, polyester padding and down/feather fillings.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
104-40-5
11066-49-2
25154-52-3
84852-15-3
11066-49-2
25154-52-3
84852-15-3
Nonylphenol (NP), mixed isomers
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
Liquid chromatography- mass spectrometry (LC-MS), gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS)
9016-45-9
26027-38-3
37205-87-1
68412-54-4
127087-87-0
26027-38-3
37205-87-1
68412-54-4
127087-87-0
Nonylphenolethoxylates (NPEO)
No intentional use
500 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
500 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
500 ppm
Liquid chromatography- mass spectrometry (LC-MS), gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS)
9002-93-1
9036-19-5
68987-90-6
9036-19-5
68987-90-6
Octylphenolethoxylates (OPEO)
No intentional use
500 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
500 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
500 ppm
Liquid chromatography- mass spectrometry (LC-MS), gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS)
140-66-9
1806-26-4
27193-28-8
1806-26-4
27193-28-8
Octylphenol (OP),mixed isomers
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
'Liquid chromatography- mass spectrometry (LC-MS), gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS)
Anti- Microbials & Biocides
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
These substances have biocidal properties, making it useful for Multiple preservation applications.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
90-43-7
o-Phenylphenol (+salts)
No intentional use
5000 ppm
Leather
Use is permitted and OPP is approved for use under BPR PT6 as a preservative for formulations.
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
Solvent extraction LC MS, LC DAD, GC MS
Multiple
Permethrin
In most situations, deliberate use is not permitted. However, it should be noted that Permethrin is approved for use on PT18 under BPR and is permitted for use on wool curtains and carpets, rugs and floor coverings. Permethrin is permitted for PPE use (EU 2016/425, EPA registered product, APVMA Registered Product, PMRA Registered Product, etc.). Also, its use is sometimes stipulated for certain end uses such as military. All efforts should be made to maximise the durability of the chemical finish and to minimise losses to the environment.
No intentional use
250 ppm except for processes mentioned
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm except for processes mentioned
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm except for processes mentioned
Solvent extraction, LC MS/MS, GC MS/MS
3380-34-5
Triclosan
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
solvent extraction LC MS, DAD
Chlorinated Parafins
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
These are used occasionally as flame retardants in certain industries. In leather formulations, these are also used as fat liquoring agents.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Potential Uses
85535-84-8
Short-chain Chlorinatedparaffin (C10– C13)
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
prEN ISO 22699-2
85535-85-9
Medium-chain Chlorinatedparaffins (MCCPs) (C14-C17)
No intentional use
500 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
500 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
500 ppm
prEN ISO 22699-2
Chlorobenzenes and Chlorotoluenes
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Chlorobenzenes and Chlorotoluenes (chlorinated aromatic hydrocarbons) can be used as carriers in the dyeing process of polyester or wool/polyester fibres. They can also be used as solvents.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
95-50-1
1,2-dichlorobenzene
No intentional use
500 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
500 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
500 ppm
GC-MS
Multiple
Other isomers of mono-, di-, tri-, tetra-, penta- and hexa- Chlorobenzene and mono-, di-, tri-, tetra- and penta- chlorotoluene
No intentional use
Sum = 200 ppm
tetrachlorotoluene, and trichlorotoluene 10 ppm each
Leather
No intentional use
Sum = 200 ppm
tetrachlorotoluene, and trichlorotoluene 10 ppm each
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum = 200 ppm
tetrachlorotoluene, and trichlorotoluene 10 ppm each
GC-MS
Chlorophenols
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Chlorophenols are polychlorinated compounds used as preservatives or pesticides. Pentachlorophenol (PCP) and tetrachlorophenol (TeCP) have been used in the past to prevent mould when storing/ transporting raw hides and leather. They are now regulated and should not be used.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
87-86-5
Pentachlorophenol (PCP)1
No intentional use
Sum of substances1 = 20 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances1 = 20 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances1 = 20 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
Multiple
Tetrachlorophenol(TeCP)1
No intentional use
Sum of substances1 = 20 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances1 = 20 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances1 = 20 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
120-83-2
2,4-dichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
95-57-8
2-chlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
583-78-8
2,5-dichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
87-65-0
2,6-dichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
88-06-2
2,4,6-trichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
591-35-5
3,5-dichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
95-95-4
2,4,5-trichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
576-24-9
2,3-dichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
95-77-2
3,4-dichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
108-43-0
3-chlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
106-48-9
4-chlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
15950-66-0
2,3,4-trichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
609-19-8
3,4,5-trichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppma
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
933-78-8
2,3,5-trichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
933-75-5
2,3,6-trichlorophenol2
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances2 = 50 ppm
GC-MS EN ISO 17070
Dyes – Azo (Forming Restricted Amines)
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Azo dyes and pigments are colourants that incorporate one or several azo groups (-N=N-) bound with aromatic compounds. Thousands of azo dyes exist, but only those that degrade to form the listed cleavable amines are restricted. Azo dyes that release these amines are regulated and should no longer be used for the dyeing of textiles. Please find a non-exhaustive list of dyes which can form restricted amines in the appendix.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
101-80-4
4,4-oxydianiline
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
101-14-4
4,4-methylene-bis-(2-chloro-aniline)
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
119-90-4
3,3-dimethoxylbenzidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
101-77-9
4,4-methylenedianiline
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
106-47-8
4-chloroaniline
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
119-93-7
3,3-dimethylbenzidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
120-71-8
6-methoxy-m-toluidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
139-65-1
4,4-thiodianiline
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
60-09-3
4-aminoazobenzene
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
137-17-7
2,4,5-trimethylaniline
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
90-04-0
o-anisidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
838-88-0
4,4-methylenedi-o-toluidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
91-94-1
3,3'-dichlorobenzidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
615-05-4
4-methoxy-m-phenylenediamine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
87-62-7
2,6-xylidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
91-59-8
2-naphthylamine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
95-53-4
o-toluidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
92-87-5
Benzidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
95-69-2
4-chloro-o-toluidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
92-67-1
4-aminodiphenyl
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
95-80-7
4-methyl-m-phenylenediamine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
95-68-1
2,4-xylidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
97-56-3
o-aminoazotoluene
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
99-55-8
5-nitro-o-toluidine
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
553-00-4
2-Naphthylammoniumacetate
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
3165-93-3
4-chloro-o-toluidinium chloride
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
39156-41-7
4-methoxy-m-phenylene diammonium sulphate; 2,4-diaminoanisole sulphate
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
21436-97-5
2,4,5-trimethylaniline hydrochloride
No intentional use
150 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
150 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
150 ppm
LC, GC
Dyes – Carcinogenic or Equivalent Concern
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Most of these substances are regulated and should no longer be used for the dyeing of textiles.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
632-99-5
C.I. Basic Violet 14
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
1937-37-7
C.I. Direct Black 38
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
2602-46-2
C.I. Direct Blue 6
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
3761-53-3
C.I. Acid Red 26
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
573-58-0
C.I. Direct Red 28
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
569-61-9
C.I. Basic Red 9
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
2475-45-8
C.I. Disperse Blue 1
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
2580-56-5
C.I. Basic Blue 26 (with Michler’s Ketone > 0.1%)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
2475-46-9
C.I. Disperse Blue 3
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
2437-29-8
C.I. Basic Green 4 (Malachite Green Oxalate)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
569-64-2
C.I. Basic Green 4 (Malachite Green Chloride)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
82-28-0
Disperse Orange 11
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
10309-95-2
C.I. Basic Green 4 (Malachite Green)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
1694-09-3
C.I. Acid Violet 49
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
548-62-9
Basic violet 3 with >0.1% of Michler´s Ketone
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
DIN 54231
Dyes – Disperse (Sensitising)
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Disperse dyes are a class of water- insoluble dyes that penetrate the fibre system of synthetic or manufactured fibres and are held in place by physical forces without forming chemical bonds. Disperse dyes are used in synthetic fibre (e.g. polyester, acetate, polyamide). Restricted disperse dyes are suspected of causing allergic reactions and should no longer be used for dyeing of textiles.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
12236-29-2
Disperse Yellow 39
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
23355-64-8
Disperse Brown 1
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
119-15-3
Disperse Yellow 1
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
12222-97-8
Disperse Blue 102
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
12223-01-7
Disperse Blue 106
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
13301-61-6
Disperse Orange 37/59/76
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
2581-69-3
Disperse Orange 1
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
2832-40-8
Disperse Yellow 3
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
2872-48-2
Disperse Red 11
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
2872-52-8
Disperse Red 1
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
3179-89-3
Disperse Red 17
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
54824-37-2
Disperse Yellow 49
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
3179-90-6
Disperse Blue 7
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
3860-63-7
Disperse Blue 26
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
6373-73-5
Disperse Yellow 9
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
61951-51-7
Disperse Blue 124
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
12222-75-2
Disperse Blue 35
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
730-40-5
Disperse Orange 3
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
56524-77-7
Disperse Blue 35
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No Limit
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
LC
Dyes – Navy Blue Colourant
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Navy Blue Colourant is regulated and should no longer be used for the dyeing of textiles.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
118685-33-9
Component 1: C39H23Cl-CrN7O12S 2Na
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
LC
Not Allocated
Component 2: C46H-30CrN10O20S2 3Na
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
LC
Flame Retardants
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Flame retardant chemicals are rarely used to meet flammability requirements in children’s clothing and adult products. They should no longer be used in apparel and footwear.
All Halogenated Flame Retardants are banned from intentional use that means including but not exclusive the list below;
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
32536-52-0
Octabromodiphenyl ether (OctaBDE)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
115-96-8
Tris(2-chloroethyl)phosphate (TCEP)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
126-72-7
Tris(2,3,-dibromopropyl)-phosphate (TRIS)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
5412-25-9
Bis(2,3-dibromopropyl)phosphate (BIS)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
1163-19-5
Decabromodiphenyl ether (DecaBDE)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
32534-81-9
Pentabromodiphenyl ether (PentaBDE)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
545-55-1
Tris(1-aziridinyl)phosphineoxide) (TEPA)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
79-94-7
Tetrabromobisphenol A(TBBPA)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
13674-87-8
Tris(1,3-dichloro-isopropyl)phosphate (TDCP)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
59536-65-1
Polybromobiphenyls (PBB)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
3296-90-0
2,2-bis(bromomethyl)-1,3-propanediol (BBMP)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
3194-55-6
Hexabromocyclododecane(HBCDD)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
10043-35-3/
11113-50-1
11113-50-1
Boric acid
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
13654-09-6
Decabromobiphenyl (DecaBB)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
1303-96-4/
1330-43-4
1330-43-4
Disodium tetraborate, anhydrous
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
12008-41-2
Disodium octaborate
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
21850-44-2
dibromopropylether
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
1303-86-2
Diboron trioxide
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
68928-80-3
Heptabromodiphenyl ether (HeptaBDE)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
Multiple
Dibromobiphenyls (DiBB)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
Multiple
Monobromodiphenylethers (MonoBDEs)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
Multiple
Monobromobiphenyls (MonoBB)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
36483-60-0
Hexabromodiphenyl ether (HexaBDE)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
Multiple
Nonabromobiphenyls (NonaBB)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
63936-56-1
Nonabromodiphenyl ether (NonaBDE)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
Multiple
Octabromobiphenyls (OctaBB)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
12267-73-1
Tetraboron disodium heptaoxide, hydrate
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
40088-47-9
Tetrabromodiphenyl ether (TetraBDE)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
Multiple
Tribromodiphenylethers (TriBDEs)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
13674-84-5
Tris-(2-chloro-1-methylethyl)phosphate (TCPP)
No intentional use
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
250 ppm
GC-MS
Glycols / Glycol Ethers
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
In apparel and footwear, glycols have a wide range of uses including as solvents for finishing/ cleaning, printing agents, and dissolving/ diluting fats, oils, and adhesives (e.g. in degreasing or cleaning operations).
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
110-71-4
Ethylene glycol dimethylether
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), LC- MS
110-49-6
2-methoxyethylacetate
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), LC- MS
110-80-5
2-ethoxyethanol
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), LC- MS
109-86-4
2-methoxyethanol
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), LC- MS
111-96-6
Bis(2-methoxyethyl)-ether
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), LC- MS
111-15-9
2-ethoxyethyl acetate
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), LC- MS
70657-70-4
2-methoxypropylacetate
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), LC- MS
112-49-2
Triethylene glycol dimethyl ether
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), LC- MS
Halogenated Solvents
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
In apparel and footwear, halogenated solvents are used as finishing/ cleaning and printing agents, for dissolving/ diluting fats, oils and adhesives (e.g. in degreasing or cleaning operations).
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
75-09-2
Methylene chloride
No intentional use
5 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
5 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
5 ppm
GC-MS
79-01-6
Trichloroethylene
No intentional use
40 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
40 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
40 ppm
GC-MS
127-18-4
Tetrachloroethylene
No intentional use
5 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
5 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
5 ppm
GC-MS
100-44-7
Benzylchloride
No intentional use
50 ppm,
and 100 ppm for dyes
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm,
and 100 ppm for dyes
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm,
and 100 ppm for dyes
GC-MS with confirmatory LC-MS in the event of a positive detection
107-06-2
1,2-dichloroethane
No intentional use
5 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
5 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
5 ppm
GC- MS
Organotin Compounds
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Organotins are a class of chemicals combining tin and organics such as butyl and phenyl groups. Organotins are predominantly found in the environment as antifoulants in marine paints, but they can also be used as biocides (e.g. antibacterials), catalysts in plastic and glue production and heat stabilisers in plastics/rubber. In textiles and apparel, organotins are associated with plastics/rubber, inks, paints, metallic glitter, polyurethane products and heat transfer material.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
Multiple
Dibutyltin (DBT)
No intentional use
20 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
20 ppm (*EXCEPTION* 100 ppm for polyurethane based thickeners used at <20% loading)
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
20 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Mono-, di- and tri-methyltin derivatives
No intentional use
5 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
5 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
5 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Mono-, di- and tri-octyltin derivatives
No intentional use
5 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
5 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
5 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Mono-, di- and tri-phenyltin derivatives
No intentional use
5 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
5 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
5 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Mono- and tri-butyltin derivatives
No intentional use
5 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
5 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
5 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Dipropyltin compounds (DPT)
No intentional use
5 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
5 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
5 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Tetraethyltin Compounds (TeET)
No intentional use
1 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Tripropyltin Compounds (TPT)
No intentional use
1 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Tetrabutyltin compounds (TeBT)
No intentional use
1 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Tetraoctyltin compounds (TeOT)
No intentional use
1 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Multiple
Tricyclohexyltin (TCyHT)
No intentional use
1 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1 ppm
Solvent extraction, GC MS, ISO TS 16179
Other/ Miscellaneous Chemicals
These are other chemicals/ substances/ process with a usage ban.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
12767-90-7
Borate, zinc salt
Borate, zinc salt can be used as a flame retardant but also in paints, pigments, and adhesives.
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
80-05-7
Bisphenol A
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a precursor chemical used along with other chemicals to create some plastics and resins. It is commonly used to harden plastics.
No intentional use
100 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
100 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
Solvent extraction, LC MS/MS, GC MS
62-56-6
Thiourea
Thiourea is used in many formulations to increase the solubility.
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Solvent extraction, LC MS/MS
91-22-5
Quinoline
Contaminant of dispersing agents in disperse dyes.
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1000 ppm
DIN 54231
14464-46-1
Silica (particles of respirable size)
Respirable particles of silica are often generate during the process of sand blasting.
No intentional use
No use of Sand Blasting
Leather
No intentional use
No use of Sand Blasting
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
No use of Sand Blasting
Process due diligence, no test method available
111-41-1
AEEA [2-(2-aminoethylamino)ethanol]
AEEA is used a.o. in chelating agents, surfactants and fabric softeners.
No intentional use
100 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
100 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
100 ppm
Solvent extraction, LC MS/MS
Perfluorinated and Polyfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)
Durable water, oil and stain repellent finishes based on long-chain PFC’s are banned from intentional use. There are two methods of manufacture of PFCs referred to as electrofluorination and telomerisation. PFC’s made by the electrofluorination method have by-products associated with them called perfluoroalkyl sulphonates with the most common being the C8 species Perfluorooctane sulphonate (PFOS). The deliberate use of any PFCs made by electrofluorination with a chain length of C6 or above is not permitted. The detection of any PFOS analogue as where the chain length is 6 units or longer will trigger a failure [i.e. PFHS and above]. These types of PFCs are typically used in home textiles. PFC’s made by the telomerisation method have by-products associated with them called perfluorocarboxylic acids with the most common being the C8 species perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA). The deliberate use of any PFCs made by telomerisation with a chain length of C8 or above is restricted. ZDHC plans to further restrict the use of PFCs in future revisions and details can be found in the candidate list is not permitted. The detection of any PFOA analogue as where the chain length is 8 units or longer will trigger a failure (i.e. PFOA and above). These types of PFCs are typically used in clothing and footwear.
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
PFOA and PFOS may be present as unintended by-products in long-chain commercial water, oil and stain repellent agents. PFOA also may be in used in the production for polymers like polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Potential Uses
Multiple
Perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and related substances
No intentional use
Sum = 2 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum = 2 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum = 2 ppm
LC-MS
Multiple
Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and related substances
No intentional use
PFOA = 25 ppb
PFOA-related substances = 1000 ppb
Leather
No intentional use
PFOA = 25 ppb
PFOA-related substances = 1000 ppb
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
PFOA = 25 ppb
PFOA-related substances = 1000 ppb
LC-MS
Phthalates – including all other esters of ortho-phthalic acid
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Esters of ortho-phthalic acid (phthalates) are a class of organic compounds commonly added to plastics to increase flexibility. They sometimes are used to facilitate moulding of plastic by decreasing its melting temperature. Phthalates can be found in:
- Flexible plastic components (e.g. PVC)
- Print pastes
- Adhesives
- Plastic buttons
- Plastic sleevings
- Polymeric coatings
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
117-84-0
Di-n-octyl phthalate(DNOP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
117-82-8
Bis(2-methoxyethyl)phthalate (DMEP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
26761-40-0
Di-iso-decyl phthalate(DIDP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
117-81-7
Di(ethylhexyl) phthalate(DEHP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
28553-12-0
Di-isononyl phthalate(DINP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
84-75-3
Di-n-hexyl phthalate(DnHP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
85-68-7
Butyl benzyl phthalate(BBP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
84-74-2
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
84-76-4
Dinonyl phthalate (DNP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
84-66-2
Diethyl phthalate (DEP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
131-16-8
Di-n-propyl phthalate(DPRP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
84-61-7
Di-cyclohexyl phthalate(DCHP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
84-69-5
Di-isobutyl phthalate(DIBP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
27554-26-3
Di-iso-octyl phthalate(DIOP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
68515-42-4/ 68515-50-4
1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid, di-C7-11 branched and liearalkyl esters (DHNUP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
71888-89-6/ 84777-06-0
1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid, di-C6-8 branched and liearalkyl esters , C7-rich (DIHP)5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
605-50-5
Diisopentylphthalates5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
131-18-0
Di-n-pentylphthalates5
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Sum of substances5 =
250 ppm
GC-MS
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Oil containing PAHs are added to rubber and plastics as a softener or extender and may be found in rubber, plastics, lacquers, and coatings. Within the footwear producing industry, PAHs are often found in the outsoles of footwear and in printing pastes for screen prints. PAHs can be present as impurities in carbon black dyestuffs.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
50-32-8
Benzo[a]pyrene
No intentional use
20 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
20 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
20 ppm
GC-MS
129-00-0
Pyrene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
191-24-2
Benzo[ghi]perylene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
205-82-3
Benzo[j]fluoranthene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
120-12-7
Anthracene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
193-39-5
Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
192-97-2
Benzo[e]pyrene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
205-99-2
Benzo[b]fluoranthene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
207-08-9
Benzo[k]fluoranthene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
206-44-0
Fluoranthene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
208-96-8
Acenaphthylene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
53-70-3
Dibenz[a,h]anthracene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
218-01-9
Chrysene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
85-01-8
Phenanthrene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
83-32-9
Acenaphthene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
86-73-7
Fluorene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
91-20-3
Naphthalene3
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
300
ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
56-55-3
Benzo[a]anthracene3,4
No intentional use
Sum of substances3 = 200 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Sum of substances4 = 200 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No Limit
GC-MS
Total Heavy Metals
In the list below the formulation limit for As, Cd, Hg, Pb and Cr VI apply to all types of formulation. Where there is a specific limit for pigments that that is different to the general limit this is shown in brackets.
The formulation limits for Sb, Cr, Ba, Se, Sn, Ni, Cu, Co and Ag only apply to dye and/or pigment formulations. Any differences between limits for dyes and pigments are indicated in the formulation limit column.
The limits for the heavy metals do not apply to colourants containing a listed metal as an inherent compositional part (e.g. metal-complex colorants, the double salts of certain cationic colourants or extenders like barium sulfate).
When using any colourant with listed metals as an inherent compositional part, wet processors need to be aware of the need to comply with brand RSL limits with respect to extractable metals from dyed materials and they also need to be aware of the metal limits in the ZDHC wastewater guidelines. Where RSL and/or wastewater issues are observed wet processors should discuss this with supply chain partners.
For the listed exceptions, laboratory tests to determine separately metal contaminants that are not bound into a colourant (free metals) are under development.
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Although typically associated with leather tanning, chromium VI also may be used in the dyeing of wool (after the chroming process).
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
7440-38-2
Arsenic (As)
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm
Inductively coupled plasma- optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES), atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS)
7440-43-9
Cadmium (Cd)
No intentional use
20 ppm
(50 ppm for
pigments)
Leather
No intentional use
20 ppm
(50 ppm for
pigments)
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
20 ppm
(50 ppm for
pigments)
Inductively coupled plasma- optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES), atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS)
7439-97-6
Mercury (Hg)
No intentional use
4 ppm
(25 ppm for pigments)
Leather
No intentional use
4 ppm
(25 ppm for pigments)
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
4 ppm
(25 ppm for pigments)
Inductively coupled plasma- optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES), atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS)
7439-92-1
Lead (Pb)
No intentional use
100 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
100 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
100 ppm
Inductively coupled plasma- optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES), atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS)
18540-29-9
Chromium (VI)
No intentional use
10 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
10 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
10 ppm
Inductively coupled plasma- optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES), atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS)
7440-36-0
Antimony
No intentional use
Dye 50/ Pigment 250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Dye 50/ Pigment 250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Dye 50/ Pigment 250 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
7440-47-3
Chromium
No intentional use
Dyes and Pigments 100 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Dyes and Pigments 100 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Dyes and Pigments 100 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
7440-39-3
Barium
No intentional use
Dyes and Pigments 100 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Dyes and Pigments 100 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Dyes and Pigments 100 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
7782-49-2
Selenium
No intentional use
Dyes 20/ pigments 100 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Dyes 20/ pigments 100 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Dyes 20/ pigments 100 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
7440-31-5
Tin
No intentional use
Dyes 250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Dyes 250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Dyes 250 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
7440-02-0
Nickel
No intentional use
Dyes 250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Dyes 250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Dyes 250 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
7440-50-8
Copper
No intentional use
Dyes 250 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Dyes 250 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Dyes 250 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
7440-48-4
Cobalt
No intentional use
Dyes 500 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Dyes 500 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Dyes 500 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
7440-22-4
Silver
No intentional use
Dyes 100 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
Dyes 100 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
Dyes 100 ppm
Acid digestion, ICP
UV absorbers
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
These are frequently used in formulations to be stable to the influences of light and UV
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
36437-37-3
2-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(tert-butyl)-6-(sec- butyl) phenol (UV-350)
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Solvent extraction, LC MS/MS, GC MS
3846-71-7
2-benzotriazol-2-yl-4,6-di-tert-butylphenol (UV-320)
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Solvent extraction, LC MS/MS, GC MS
3864-99-1
2,4-Di-tert-butyl-6-(5-chlorobenzotriazole-2-yl) phenol (UV-327)
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Solvent extraction, LC MS/MS, GC MS
25973-55-1
2-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4,6-ditertpentylphenol (UV-328)
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
1000 ppm
Solvent extraction, LC MS/MS, GC MS
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
These Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) should not be used in textile auxiliary chemical preparations. They are associated with solvent-based processes like solvent-based polyurethane coatings and glues/ adhesives. They should not be used for any kind of facility cleaning or spot cleaning.
CASNO
Substance
Applicability
Supplier Guidance
Formulation Limit
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
Guidance Sheet
71-43-2
Benzene
No intentional use
50 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
50 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
50 ppm
GC-MS
95-48-7
o-cresol
No intentional use
500 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
500 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
500 ppm
GC-MS
106-44-5
p-cresol
No intentional use
500 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
500 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
500 ppm
GC-MS
1330-20-7
Xylene
No intentional use
500 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
500 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
500 ppm
GC-MS
108-39-4
m-cresol
No intentional use
500 ppm
Leather
No intentional use
500 ppm
Polymers (R,F,A)*
No intentional use
500 ppm
GC-MS
Chapter 2: ZDHC MRSL Candidate List
(Free) Aniline
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Used for indigo and to manufacture AZO Dyes (especially the leather dyes).
CASNO
Substance
Intent
62-53-3
(Free) Aniline
High levels of free aniline can be encountered in some indigo dye formulations. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to place restrictions on the maximum permitted levels of free aniline in indigo dye formulations (it is intended that the limit for Indigo will be 2000 ppm and for other dyes 500 ppm). Studies on levels of free aniline in currently available liquid and powder formulations and determination of safe levels of aniline for workers are required to determine appropriate levels.
ADCA
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
ADCA is used as a foaming/ blowing agent for rubber applications.
CASNO
Substance
Intent
123-77-3
Diazene-1,2-dicarboxamide [C,C`-azodi(formamide), ADCA]
It is intended to restrict ADCA in Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL. Additionally, a wider appraisal of foaming/blowing agents and vulcanisation accelerators will be conducted and further chemicals may be included at that time.
Cyclic Siloxanes
CASNO
Substance
Intent
541-02-6
D5
These silicones are known contaminants in silicone formulation, the industry is currently reviewing the impact on silicone polymers. ZDHC will assess restrictions for the next update the intention is to restrict at 1000 ppm
540-97-6
D6
These silicones are known contaminants in silicone formulation, the industry is currently reviewing the impact on silicone polymers. ZDHC will assess restrictions for the next update the intention is to restrict at 1000 ppm
556-67-2
D4
These silicones are known contaminants in silicone formulation, the industry is currently reviewing the impact on silicone polymers. ZDHC will assess restrictions for the next update the intention is to restrict at 1000 ppm
Dimethylfumarate
CASNO
Substance
Intent
624-49-7
Dimethylfumarate (DMFu)
DMFu must not be deliberately used in any formulations. It is intended to publish details of a universally agreed, robust test method and maximum allowable limit in version 3 of the MRSL. It should be noted that DMFu remains illegal in articles placed on the EU market above 0.1 ppm so testing for DMfu in formulations using methods currently recommended by laboratories is strongly advised, with any detections resulting in an investigation into deliberate use at all stages in the supply chain.
Dyes – Carcinogenic or Equivalent Concern
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Green dye
CASNO
Substance
Intent
129-73-7
C.I. Basic Green 4 leuco base
C.I Basic Green 4 leuco base will be restricted with the intended limit of 250 PPM in the next ZDHC MRSL update. Application using techniques such as gel-dyeing are unlikely to be restricted.
Flame Retardants
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Flame retardant chemicals are rarely used to meet flammability requirements in children’s clothing and adult products.
CASNO
Substance
Intent
25155-23-1
Trixylyl phosphate (TXP)
Certain phosphate flame retardants will be assessed for restrictions for the next ZDHC MRSL Update. Intended Limit is 50 PPM
78-30-8
Tri-o-cresyl phosphate
Certain phosphate flame retardants will be assessed for restrictions for the next ZDHC MRSL Update. Intended Limit is 50 PPM
512-56-1
Trimethyl phosphate
Certain phosphate flame retardants will be assessed for restrictions for the next ZDHC MRSL Update. Intended limit is under discussion
Formaldehyde
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Formaldehyde has many uses in printing, interlinings, stiffeners, etc.
CASNO
Substance
Intent
50-00-0
Formaldehyde
The deliberate use of formaldehyde or inclusion of formaldehyde in formulations is not permitted. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to place restrictions on the maximum permitted levels of formaldehyde in formulations. The use, presence and generation of formaldehyde is a complex subject and studies are required to determine appropriate levels.
Perfluorinated and Polyfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Used as water repellent, stain repellent and in certain cases to improve the colour fastness properties.
CASNO
Substance
Intent
355-46-4 / 432-50-7
Perluorohexane sulfonic acid / Perfluorohexane sulfonate (PFHxS)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Perfluoroalkylsulfonates F(CF2)nSO3
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
1763-23-1
Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid / Perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
PFSA Chemicals
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Perfluoroalkylsulfonamidoethanols F(CF2)nSO2N(R)CH2CH2OH2 -CH3, - CH2CH3]
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Perfluoroalkylsulfonamides F(CF2)nSO2NH2
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Perfluoroalkylsulfonamidoethyl (meth)acrylates F(CF2)nSO2N(R)CH2CH2OC(O)CH(R)=CH2 -CH3, -CH2CH3]
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
PFBS Chemicals
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
375-73-5 29420-43-3
Perfluorobutane sulfonic acid / Perfluorobutanesulfonates (PFBS) F(CF2)4SO3
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Perfluorobutanesulfonamidoethyl (meth)acrylates F(CF2)4SO2N(R)CH2CH2OC(O)CH(R)=CH2 [R = H, -CH3, -CH2CH3]
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Perfluorobutanesulfonamidoethanols F(CF2)4SO2N(R)CH2CH2OH2 [R = H, -CH3, -CH2CH3]
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Perfluorobutanesulfonamide F(CF2)4SO2NH2
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Fluorotelomer alcohols (FTOHs) F(CF2)nCH2CH2OH
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Fluorotelomer Olefins (FTOs)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
647-42-7
6:2 FTOH, Perfluorohexylethanol
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
25291-17-2
Perfluorohexylethene
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Fluorotelomer (Meth)Acrylates
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Perfluorohexylethyl acrylate or methacrylate Perfluorocarboxylic acid and salts (PFCA)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
3825-26-1
Ammonium pentadecafluorooctanoate (APFO)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
2058-94-8
Henicosafluoroundecanoic acid
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
335-76-2 or Several
Nonadecafluorodecanoic acid (PFDA) and its sodium and ammonium salts
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
307-55-1
Tricosafluorododecanoic acid
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
72629-94-8
Pentacosafluorotridecanoic acid
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
375-22-4
Perfluorobutanoic acid (PFBA)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
335-67-1
Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
375-85-9
Perfluoroheptanoic acid (PFHpA)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
376-06-7
Heptacosafluorotetradecanoic acid
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
307-24-4
Perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
375-95-1
Perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA)
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
678-39-7
8:2 FTOH, Perfluorooctylethanol
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
507-63-1
Heptadecafluoro-1-iodooctane
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
PFOA-related substances
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
2043-53-0
1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluorodecyliodide
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL.
In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
21652-58-4
Perfluorooctylethene
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Several
Perfluorooctylethyl acrylate or methacrylate**
C8 and some C6 PFCs are currently restricted in Version 2.0 of the ZDHC MRSL. In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to ban the deliberate use of all functional finishes based on PFC's except for anticipated derogations under EU law, such as protective articles where the highest levels of repellency are required to safeguard the user. In signalling this forthcoming restriction it is expected that wet processors plan to take no new deliveries of PFC-containing formulations after the publication of ZDHC MRSL Version 3. The following list includes PFC's that are already restricted in version 2 and those intended to be restricted in version 3.
Phenol
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Phenol is not deliberately used in textiles or footwear but trace amounts of phenol can be found in many chemical formulations.
CASNO
Substance
Intent
108-95-2
Phenol
ZDHC is looking for safe limits for phenol as a contaminant in textile chemical formulations.
Solvents
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
There are many uses for solvents from adhesives, coated textiles, prints, etc.
CASNO
Substance
Intent
1589-47-5
2-methoxypropanol
In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to place restrictions on certain solvents with certain specific hazardous properties (e.g. CMR's). The restrictions are likely to apply to the inclusion of such solvents in formulations for use by wet processors and product assembly factories - and deliberate use of neat solvents in those facilities. Studies on usage patterns, exposure controls, safer alternatives and the potential effects of restrictions are necessary before restrictions can be proposed. Any potential ZDHC MRSL limits will need to be established collaboratively with groups who are working in parallel to study solvents in relation to workplace safety, air emissions, RSL compliance and downstream concerns.
108-88-3
Toluene
In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to place restrictions on certain solvents with certain specific hazardous properties (e.g. CMR's). The restrictions are likely to apply to the inclusion of such solvents in formulations for use by wet processors and product assembly factories - and deliberate use of neat solvents in those facilities. Studies on usage patterns, exposure controls, safer alternatives and the potential effects of restrictions are necessary before restrictions can be proposed. Any potential ZDHC MRSL limits will need to be established collaboratively with groups who are working in parallel to study solvents in relation to workplace safety, air emissions, RSL compliance and downstream concerns.
67-56-1
Methanol
In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to place restrictions on certain solvents with certain specific hazardous properties (e.g. CMR's). The restrictions are likely to apply to the inclusion of such solvents in formulations for use by wet processors and product assembly factories - and deliberate use of neat solvents in those facilities. Studies on usage patterns, exposure controls, safer alternatives and the potential effects of restrictions are necessary before restrictions can be proposed. Any potential ZDHC MRSL limits will need to be established collaboratively with groups who are working in parallel to study solvents in relation to workplace safety, air emissions, RSL compliance and downstream concerns.
100-41-4
Ethylbenzene
In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to place restrictions on certain solvents with certain specific hazardous properties (e.g. CMR's). The restrictions are likely to apply to the inclusion of such solvents in formulations for use by wet processors and product assembly factories - and deliberate use of neat solvents in those facilities. Studies on usage patterns, exposure controls, safer alternatives and the potential effects of restrictions are necessary before restrictions can be proposed. Any potential ZDHC MRSL limits will need to be established collaboratively with groups who are working in parallel to study solvents in relation to workplace safety, air emissions, RSL compliance and downstream concerns.
111-77-3
2-(2-methoxyethoxy)-ethanol
In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to place restrictions on certain solvents with certain specific hazardous properties (e.g. CMR's). The restrictions are likely to apply to the inclusion of such solvents in formulations for use by wet processors and product assembly factories - and deliberate use of neat solvents in those facilities. Studies on usage patterns, exposure controls, safer alternatives and the potential effects of restrictions are necessary before restrictions can be proposed. Any potential ZDHC MRSL limits will need to be established collaboratively with groups who are working in parallel to study solvents in relation to workplace safety, air emissions, RSL compliance and downstream concerns.
872-50-4
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone; 1-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP)
With the exception of textile and leather coating processes, where no viable alternative solvent is currently available, the deliberate use of NMP, DMAC and DMFa should be avoided and their presence in all formulations carefully monitored to ensure compliance with product RSLs and the EU regulation for CMR chemicals, 2018/1513. It is intended to publish limits for maximum allowable limits in Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL.
68-12-2
Dimethyl formamide; N,N-dimethylformamide (DMFa)
With the exception of textile and leather coating processes, where no viable alternative solvent is currently available, the deliberate use of NMP, DMAC and DMFa should be avoided and their presence in all formulations carefully monitored to ensure compliance with product RSLs and the EU regulation for CMR chemicals, 2018/1513. It is intended to publish limits for maximum allowable limits in Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL.
127-19-5
N,N-dimethylacetamide (DMAC)
With the exception of textile and leather coating processes, where no viable alternative solvent is currently available, the deliberate use of NMP, DMAC and DMFa should be avoided and their presence in all formulations carefully monitored to ensure compliance with product RSLs and the EU regulation for CMR chemicals, 2018/1513. It is intended to publish limits for maximum allowable limits in Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL.
Total Heavy Metals
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Besides in dyes and pigments, metals are used as raw material for trims and other components.
CASNO
Substance
Intent
Multiple
Metals (Non -dye /pigment)
In Version 3 of the ZDHC MRSL it is intended to place restrictions on the maximum permitted levels of certain metals in (non-dye/pigment) formulations. Studies on usage patterns of metal containing chemicals and formulations and the potential effect of restrictions are required to determine appropriate levels and any possible derogations.
Chapter 3: ZDHC MRSL Archived Substances List
Dyes – Carcinogenic or Equivalent Concern
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Most of these substances are regulated and should no longer be used for the dyeing of textiles.
CASNO
Substance
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
60-11-7
C I Solvent yellow 2
For appropriate test methods please consult your third party service provider.
81-88-9
D&C Red No. 19
For appropriate test methods please consult your third party service provider.
842-07-9
C.I. Solvent yellow 14
For appropriate test methods please consult your third party service provider.
Other/Misceleanous Chemicals
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
Dye
CASNO
Substance
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
2465-27-2
Auramine hydrochloride
For appropriate test methods please consult your third party service provider.
Solvents
Potential Uses in Apparel and Footwear Textile Processing
In the past, it was used to make several types of polymers, resins, and textiles, but its use is now highly restricted.
CASNO
Substance
General Techniques for Analysing Chemicals
542-88-1
Bis(chloromethyl) ether
For appropriate test methods please consult your third party service provider.