EU regulations are tightening. Traditional UV absorbers face strict controls. The industry urgently needs eco‑friendly alternatives. Recently, the European Commission updated its regulations on hazardous chemical imports and exports. It added several UV absorbers, including UV‑328, to the restricted list. These substances now require export notifications, face use restrictions, or are completely banned. The new rules take effect from January 1, 2026.
At the same time, China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment has also asked for information on UV‑328. It is evaluating whether to apply for specific exemption uses. These regulatory signals show that traditional UV absorbers will face more limits.
Why is UV‑328 and its group being restricted?
Global chemical regulations are getting stricter. The EU relies on frameworks like the Stockholm Convention and REACH to tighten controls on hazardous chemicals. The latest revision significantly expands the restricted list. It adds UV‑328, UV‑327, UV‑320, and UV‑350. These substances are restricted because of their environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, and long‑range transport potential. They pose risks to human health and ecosystems.
What challenges do exporters face?
The new rules affect many industries: chemicals, plastics, coatings, and rubber products. If your products contain UV‑328/320/327/350, you face export notifications, use restrictions, or outright bans. For textile supply chain companies, this is both a challenge and an opportunity. The market needs high‑performance, eco‑friendly anti‑UV finishing agents and treated fabrics.
Lianzhuang technology’s solution: TEXNOLOGY®UV PRO anti‑UV finishing agent
TEXNOLOGY®UV PRO is an eco‑friendly anti‑UV finishing agent. It contains no restricted UV absorbers. It helps you meet EU requirements with ease. Its core benefits include:
Excellent UV protection
After treatment with TEXNOLOGY®UV PRO, fabrics reach UPF 50+. UVA and UVB transmittance stays below 5%.
Eco‑friendly and safe
The formula contains no EU‑restricted substances like UV‑328. It also avoids UV‑326 and UV‑329, which are sensitizing substances. It is safe for the environment and for people. Consumers can wear it with confidence.
Wide applications
- Outdoor clothing– outdoor fabrics, hiking wear, sun‑protective jackets, ski wear. Reaches UPF 50+ with UVA transmittance below 5%.
- Home textiles– curtains and upholstery. Prevents fading and aging, extends service life.
- Industrial textiles– tents, umbrellas, automotive fabrics, and banner materials. Offers durable UV protection.
Guangzhou Lianzhuang Technology Co., Ltd. is a technical company that focuses on the R&D, production, and application of textile printing and dyeing auxiliaries. With over 20 years of industry experience, we provide a one-stop solution for textile printing and dyeing supply chain companies. Our products include ✅ pretreatment auxiliaries, ✅ dyeing auxiliaries, and ✅ finishing auxiliaries. We follow the philosophy “Let technology for life.” We develop customized functional finishes for fabrics, such as antibacterial, waterproof, flame retardant, softener, and antistatic treatments. For custom functional auxiliaries or technical discussions, please call: +86 18054231589.
