Chemicals in Products: Strengthening Action Workshop

This workshop built on the experiences and information exchange activities of the Chemicals in Products Programme and aims at identifying future steps for this area of work.

The workshop engage SAICM stakeholders in discussions on information needs and on practical means to access information on the chemicals contained in products. Focusing on the availability and access to the information different actors need –throughout the life-cycle of products –the workshop will mainly address three sectors;electronics, toys and building products.

Expected Outputs:

• Building blocks towards a comprehensive framework describing the long term objectives and aspirations of the Chemicals in Products Programme as well as the actions required to achieve the desired immediate, medium and long term needs and expectations.
• A prioritized list of the activities or initiatives for each of the three sectors;
• A stakeholders map including roles, responsibilities and actions;
• A list of solutions / tools required to advance on actions included in the comprehensive framework, whether existing or in need of development.