The project developed multiple techniques to rapidly detect the presence of emerging pollutants namely PCBs, PCNs, SCCPs, PFOS, PFOA, and Phthalates Esters (PAEs)) in EOL plastics, neat oils, waste oils, chlorinated paints and sealants, and PFAS in surface water. Using the newly developed test methods, the project found wide spread of PAEs and chlorinated paraffins (CPs) used in soft plastics and paints, trace of PFAS in surface water, and evidence of plastics containing legacy additives being recycled into new products.

A series of trainings were organized to raise public awareness on chemicals in products and to disseminate knowledge about good practice to manage substances of very high concerns (SVHC) in products and to communicate SVHC information to customers along supply chain to industrial firms in EEE and automotive industry.