Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1737 grants a Union-wide authorisation for the biocidal product family known as “BPF THO TM Desana.” This regulation permits the marketing and professional/industrial use of this product family for the disinfection of food and feed areas, specifically targeting bacteria, yeasts, and fungi. The authorisation is valid for a ten-year period, from 6 August 2026 until 31 July 2036.
### Structure and Main Provisions
The act is structured into two main articles and a comprehensive Annex.
* **Articles:** Article 1 formally grants the authorisation to Thonhauser GmbH, specifying the authorisation number (EU-0036217-0000) and the validity period. Article 2 establishes the entry into force of the regulation.
* **Annex:** The Annex serves as the “Summary of Product Characteristics” (SPC). It is divided into three levels:
1. **Administrative Information:** Details on the authorisation holder, manufacturers, and active substance (active chlorine released from sodium hypochlorite).
2. **Meta SPCs:** The family is divided into three distinct “Meta SPCs” (1, 2, and 3), which group products based on specific chemical compositions and concentration ranges of pH regulators (potassium hydroxide and sodium hydroxide).
3. **Individual Products:** A list of specific trade names associated with each Meta SPC.
Compared to previous individual national authorisations, this Union authorisation allows the product to be placed on the market across all EU Member States under a single regulatory approval, streamlining compliance for the manufacturer.
### Key Provisions for Use
For those utilizing or handling “BPF THO TM Desana,” the following provisions are critical:
* **Scope of Use:** The product is strictly limited to “Product-type 4” (Food and feed area). It is intended for professional and industrial use, specifically for the disinfection of non-porous hard surfaces and beverage dispensing installations via “Cleaning in Place” (CIP) methods.
* **Safety and Risk Mitigation:** The product is classified as corrosive (H314, H290, EUH071) and very toxic to aquatic life (H410). Users must adhere to strict Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, including chemical-resistant gloves (EN ISO 374), goggles (EN 166), and protective coveralls (EN 14605).
* **Operational Constraints:**
* **Application:** The product must be used in a maximum concentration of 3.78% (w/w) in water.
* **Residue Management:** Users must ensure that chlorate concentrations in food commodities do not exceed the Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) established by Regulation (EU) 2020/749.
* **Storage:** The product has a shelf-life of 8 months and must be stored in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area at temperatures not exceeding 20°C, protected from frost and heat sources.
* **Environmental Protection:** The regulation mandates specific spill containment procedures, prohibiting the discharge of unused product into drains, water courses, or the ground.
**:** As this regulation concerns the safety of food and feed areas and the management of chemical substances within the European Union, it is highly relevant to food safety standards and industrial hygiene practices in Ukraine, particularly for companies exporting to the EU or operating under EU-aligned safety protocols.
