1. Identify the substances concerned

The substances covered by the authorization are identified as SVHC because of their hazardous properties. A distinction is made between :

• substances classified as carcinogenic and/or mutagenic and/or toxic to reproduction (CMR) category 1A or 1B in accordance with CLP regulations;

• substances that are persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) in accordance with the criteria in Annex XIII ;

• substances that disrupt the endocrine system or, based on scientific evidence, have serious effects on human health or the environment and require a level of concern equivalent to the above properties.

Substances identified as SVHC are included on the candidate list, which is published on the...