Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC)

Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) are chemicals identified by regulatory agencies, like the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), due to their potential risks to human health or the environment. These risks include being carcinogenic, mutagenic, toxic for reproduction, persistent in the environment, or prone to bioaccumulation. SVHCs may also include chemicals that cause serious health issues or environmental damage. Recognizing SVHCs helps ensure safer use, management, and substitution of these substances in products and workplaces to protect health and the environment.