Module
MRSL & RSL Conformance
Operate the difference between input-chemistry (MRSL) and finished-product (RSL) obligations without conflating scope.
Module details
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Roles
- Chemical Manager
- Quality Manager
- Sourcing
Outcomes
- Only conformant formulations purchased for restricted uses
- Finished-product testing scope aligned to buyer RSL
Workflow
- 1.Filter purchases through the buyer-accepted MRSL conformance level
- 2.Map each formulation to the process and product family it serves
- 3.Align finished-product RSL testing plan to buyer requirements
- 4.Review conformance evidence at every renewal cycle
Evidence
Common failures
- Treating MRSL conformance as evidence of finished-product RSL compliance
- Accepting expired conformance certificates at renewal
Escalation
- Non-conformant formulation in restricted use → immediate hold on outputs and buyer notification per contract
KPIs
- % purchases with valid MRSL conformance
- RSL first-time pass rate
Official sources
- ZDHC Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL)
Programme requirements and conformance guidance for the ZDHC MRSL covering restricted substances in chemical formulations used in manufacturing.
ZDHC Foundation · Voluntary standard · Jurisdiction: Global · Applies to: Chemical inputs used in textile, apparel, leather and footwear manufacturing.
- ECHA REACH Restricted Substances (Annex XVII) (REACH Annex XVII)
Official list of substances restricted under REACH Annex XVII, defining conditions of manufacture, use and placing on the market.
European Chemicals Agency · Law / Regulation · Jurisdiction: EU / EEA · Applies to: Substances, mixtures and articles subject to REACH restrictions in the EU.