Regulatory restrictions on the use

Regulatory restrictions on the use of azo colourants were introduced by Directive 2002/61/EC which was published on 19 July 2002 and took effect in EU Member States from 11 September 2003. This Directive restricts the use of azo colourants in detectable concentrations (i.e. above 30 ppm) in textile and leather articles which may come into direct and prolonged contact with skin. In view of the potential for the ban on azo colourants to be extended to other materials (in addition to leather and textiles), CommScope is taking precautionary measures to restrict azo colourants in all materials which come into contact with skin. We impose an industry substance restriction for azo colourants of 30 ppm for all parts which come into contact with skin.