EU withdraws proposal to restrict TBBP-A and MCCPs under RoHS

Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS)
European Commission
Announced
Jan 8, 2026

Description

The European Commission has decided not to proceed with proposals to add Tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBP-A) and Medium-Chain Chlorinated Paraffins (MCCPs) to the RoHS Directive Annex II restricted substances list. This decision represents a reversal of earlier plans to expand RoHS substance restrictions. Manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment will not face new compliance obligations for these substances under RoHS. The decision affects compliance planning for flame retardant and plasticizer applications in EEE.

Sources

• Stunning Reversal: EU Axes RoHS Directive's TBBP-A and MCCPs Restriction Proposals - CIRS Group

Key Findings

EU withdraws proposal to restrict TBBP-A and MCCPs under RoHS

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