Dechlorane Plus Listed in Stockholm Convention Annex A

The Conference of the Parties to the Stockholm Convention adopted the decision to list Dechlorane Plus in Annex A at its twelfth meeting (COP-12), held from 28 April to 9 May 2025. Dechlorane Plus is a chlorinated flame retardant historically used in plastics, electrical equipment, adhesives, and construction materials. The listing requires Parties to eliminate production and use of Dechlorane Plus, subject to any specific exemptions for which they have registered. Compliance teams should verify supply chains for Dechlorane Plus (CAS 13560-89-9) and assess product formulations for the presence of this newly restricted substance.