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The facts on Dichloromethane

The facts on Dichloromethane

Last update September 3, 2024

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Substituting 2,2'-dichloro-4,4'-methylenedianiline (MOCA) in polyurethanes manufacturing

One of the goals of the European REACH regulation is the progressive replacement of substances of very high concern (e.g. carcinogens) by safer alternatives. Companies that use these substances, actively search for safer alternatives (less dangerous substances, new technologies and processes), and report about these alternatives. Below you will find the information...

Guidance for Employers’ obligations of the substitution of carcinogenic substances

The Guidance The Netherlands Labour Authority have developed a comprehensive document tailored to provide employers or inspectorates guidance on how to interpret the extent of the obligations to search for alternatives for using carcinogenic substances. This resource offers a step-by-step plan, consisting of 3 diagrams, which describe 3 different situations:...

Benzene and dichloromethane. Extraction of aromas, perfumes and essential oils - FAS 4 (FR)

Possible measures

Chemical risk mapping in six sectors

The IAPRL of Asturias (SPAIN) has published a detailed study of CMR in the format of chemical risk maps of six sectors: Chemical and steel manufacturing Healthcare Cleaning services Hairdressing...

Trade union campaign in Belgium to prevent occupational cancers

Belgium Statistics – Work Related Cancer In Belgium, around 1,800 people die every year from work-related cancer. This figure, which is largely underestimated, illustrates an alarming reality that receives little...

Creating Control Guidance Sheets (CGSs)

Control Guidance Sheets (CGSs) are essential tools designed to help employers manage and mitigate the risks associated with exposure to carcinogenic substances in the workplace. These documents serve as practical...

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General facts

Facts about cancer-causing agents:

The direct costs of carcinogen exposure at work across Europe are estimated at 2.4 billion Euros per year.
Every year, about 120.000 persons get cancer from exposure to carcinogens at work
Annually more than 100.000 people die because of work-related cancer.