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Dear Member,
The letter dated 21.10.2024 received from the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye, with reference to the attached letter conveyed to the Union by the Directorate General of International Agreements and the European Union of the Ministry of Trade, states that the European Commission adopted new measures under the REACH Regulation (EU Chemicals Legislation) on 19 September 2024.
Accordingly, it is stated that new measures have been adopted under the REACH Regulation that will protect human health and the environment by restricting the use of undecafluorohexanoic acid (‘PFHxA’) and PFHxA-related substances. It is stated that the said substances fall within the sub-group of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and that, according to the information published by the European Environment Agency on 17 September 2024, textile products are one of the largest sources of PFAS pollution in Europe. It is stated that PFAS substances, which belong to the group of extremely persistent chemicals, are widely used in many textile-based products, including clothing, carpets and other household items, to provide waterproofing, oil, dirt and heat protection and increased durability, and that, since they can remain for a long time without degrading, they may cause serious problems for human health and the environment. In this context, it is stated that the new measures aim to prevent the said adverse consequences.
It is stated that the details of the said study can be accessed at the link below.
Respectfully submitted for your information.