Government Publishes the Draft Screening Assessment for Titanium Compounds
Environment and Climate Change Canada and Health Canada recently finally published their Draft Screening Accessment report (DSAR), which had been postponed for publication for a number of years.
The DSAR proposes to conclude that all 13 titanium compounds “do not meet any of the S.64 criteria”, including Titanium Dioxide (TiO2),.
This proposal provides relief to industry, as all activities and uses involving these substances reported in Canada include metal mining and refining, processing intermediates, laboratory substances, fabric and textiles, adhesives and sealants, paints and coatings, water repellants, apparel and footwear care, automotive care, cleaning and furnishing care, building materials, floor coverings, food packaging materials, and electronics.
The DSAR also depicts how the Government intends to fulfill its obligation under the new CEPA to conduct an assessment of cumulative effects and vulnerable environment/population going forward.
The DSAR may be consulted here: