U.K. Advisers Offer Guidance on Substitution Of Chemicals, Products, Production Methods

摘要

A British government advisory group published guidance Aug. 26 for companies seeking to replace a chemical, a manufacturing process, or a product, with an equivalent that is better for human health or the environment.rnThe UK Chemicals Stakeholder Forum, which advises the Department of Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs (Defra) on ways manufacturers can reduce risks from hazardous chemicals, published the A Guide to Substitution.rnThe guide takes a broad view of substitution. It discusses not only "substance for substance" substitution, in which a less toxic chemical serves as alternative to a more toxic one, but also alternative manufacturing processes, product designs, and "service for product" approaches to encourage sustainable business operations. Specific examples of each type of substitution are provided.