Ensure that the risks related to substances of very high concern (SVHCs) are properly controlled throughout their life cycle
Promote the progressive replacement of SVHCs by suitable alternatives (less dangerous substances, new technologies and processes), where technically and economically feasible alternatives are available.
Member States propose a substance to be identified as a substance of very high concern (SVHC) by preparing a dossier in line with the requirements set out in Annex XV to REACH.
ECHA, at the request of the European Commission, proposes a substance to be identified as an SVHC by preparing a dossier in line with the requirements set out in Annex XV to REACH.
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