On June 24, 2024, Japan’s Joint Article Management Promotion-consortium (JAMP) published the English translation of its report titled ‘Management of chemicals in products for circular economy’.
Originally published in Japanese on January 24, 2024, the document provides guidelines and strategies for managing chemicals in products within the context of a circular economy (FPF reported).
The objectives are to maintain a high level of chemical management in manufacturing supply chains during the transition to a circular economy and avoid unwanted chemicals ending up in recycled products (FPF reported). The guidelines cover multiple recycled materials including plastics, metal, and paper used for food contact, and provide clear instructions and considerations for the recycling process to minimize contamination, such as proper washing, separation, and risk management.
The authors emphasize the importance of collaboration and information sharing within the supply chain and recycling process, so that all actors are aware of any potentially hazardous substances in products (FPF reported).
The JAMP is a cross-industry organization that focuses on the proper management, disclosure, and transmission of chemical substance information within the supply chain to ensure compliance with international chemical regulations and enhance industrial competitiveness.
References
JAMP (June 24, 2024). “Management of chemicals in products for circular economy: Discussion paper Ed.3.”
Lam Lye Ching (July 3, 2024). “Japan publishes paper supporting chemicals safe use, recycling recovery.” Chemical Watch News & Insight
