Table 1 Examples for substances restricted for use in the EU and their probable return via imported construction products [25]
From: How should we deal with the interfaces between chemicals, product and waste legislation?
Substance | Areas of use/products |
|---|---|
Hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) | Flame retardant, especially for XPS and EPS |
Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP), butylbenzyl phthalate (BBP) | Plasticisers in plastics, especially PVC |
Organotin compounds | Stabilisers in PVC plastics |
Pentabromodiphenyl ether | Flame retardant, among others for polycarbonate and polyurethane |
Pentachlorophenol (PCP) | Wood preservative |
Leather conservation | |
Lead carbonate, lead sulphate | Mainly pigments |
Chromates (VI), dichromates, chromium trioxide | Corrosion inhibitor |
Production of batteries and stainless steel | |
Tanning of leather | |
Pigments | |
Surface treatment (chrome plating, e.g. screws, electrical appliances) | |
Wood stain |