Candidate List
Also: SVHC · substances of very high concern
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Definition
The Candidate List names substances of very high concern (SVHC) that may later need authorisation and trigger information duties in the supply chain.
Art. 57, 59, 31(1) and 33 REACH
Legal term: candidate list
Explained
The Candidate List is the list of substances of very high concern (SVHC) that ECHA keeps under Article 59 of REACH. It covers, for example, substances that are carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic for reproduction, and PBT and vPvB substances. ECHA adds substances at regular intervals. A substance on the Candidate List needs a safety data sheet even if it is not classified as hazardous (Art. 31(1) REACH). Article 33 adds duties to inform recipients when an article contains such a substance. A new entry can therefore lead to a new version of a safety data sheet. Check the list regularly against your formulations.
See also: PBT / vPvB · REACH · Safety data sheet
Sources
As of 11 November 2026. The legal text in force prevails. This entry is not legal advice.