ZDHC MRSL v3.0 and InCheck Solution

The Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) initiative aims to eliminate hazardous chemicals from the textile, apparel, and footwear industries. The ZDHC Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL) v3.0 provides updated guidelines for safer manufacturing.

1. Key Features of ZDHC MRSL v3.0

Scope: Applies to textiles, leather, rubber, foam, and adhesives.

New Chemicals: Adds substances like free aniline and cyclic siloxanes.

PFAS Ban: All PFAS are now banned and moved to the main MRSL list.

Compliance Deadline: All brands must comply by 01 June 2024

New Additions:

- Dimethyl fumarate (DMFu), a fungicide.

- Isomers of tetrachlorophenol.

- C.I. Basic Green 4 leuco base in dyes.

- Phosphorus-based flame retardants: Tri-o-cresyl phosphate, Trimethyl phosphate, Trixylyl phosphate (TXP).

- New glycol ethers and organic solvents.

- Various PFAS compounds.

- Multiple phthalates and siloxanes.

2. Conformance Level

3. ZDHC InCheck Solution

The InCheck Solution helps manage and monitor chemical inventories to ensure compliance with ZDHC MRSL.

4. Importance for European Exports

Compliance with ZDHC standards, while not legally required, offers significant benefits:

Brand Requirements: Many European brands demand ZDHC compliance for sustainability.

Regulatory Alignment: Aligns with EU regulations like REACH.

Market Differentiation: Enhances marketability by demonstrating high standards of chemical safety.

Implementing ZDHC solutions help companies to ensures compliance with stringent chemical safety standards, opens wider market opportunities, and supports environmental sustainability.

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