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Practical sheet | REF: FIC0156 V1

Understand and anticipate the principle of authorization, how it works and the substances concerned

Author: Arnaud LAGRIFFOUL

Publication date: July 10, 2011, Review date: October 4, 2016 | Lire en français

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    3. Understanding the issues and scope of authorization

    SVHC substances have hazardous properties of high concern, which can have serious and often irreversible effects on man and/or the environment. Authorization is intended to ensure that the risks associated with their use are adequately controlled, and that these substances are progressively replaced by other appropriate substances or techniques where these are economically and technically viable.

    Once listed in Annex XIV, SVHCs may not be marketed or used beyond the expiry date specified therein, unless a specific authorization has been granted for the requested use. This principle calls for the development and implementation of alternatives, while allowing certain uses to continue on a case-by-case basis and subject to conditions.

    The authorization does not apply to the following uses:

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