Deca-BDE and Voluntary Emissions Control and reduction Action Programme (VECAP)

A voluntary programme, VECAP, was initiated in 2005 to control and reduce industrial emissions in partnership with Deca-BDE user industries in Europe.

In 2007, 82% of Deca-BDE used in the EU plastics industry was covered by VECAP™. Emissions to the environment and water have been reduced . The program is set for 10 years and will provide, for the first time, clear data on Deca-BDE in the environment. This program is already following the REACH principles which request the engagement of downstream users in emissions control.

For more information on VECAP, please go to: www.vecap.info