Update on NIKE's Restricted Substances List (RSL)

Nike Inc., a leading company for sports’ wear, has updated its Restricted Substances List & Sustainable Chemistry Guidance (RSL & SCG). All materials manufactured for Nike, Nike Affiliate or Licensee products (any product with Converse, Hurley or Nike logo) on or after 14 April 2016, must comply with the requirements in this document. Nike, Inc., supply agreements reflect the need for compliance with RSL requirements. This compliance is in addition to our Code of Conduct, quality standards and other health and safety standards. All materials used in Nike, Affiliates and Licensee products must comply with RSL requirements.
 
Nike has voluntarily restricted or phased out the following chemicals:

Long-chain, C8-based perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs) Nike phased out the use of C8-based perfluorinated chemistries as of January 1, 2015.

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Nike has been committed to the complete phase-out of PVC from the supply chain since 2011.

Formaldehyde Nike limits are more stringent than legislated limits. Nike requires ALL materials to be <75ppm for Little Kids, Big Kids and Adults.

Alkylphenol Ethoxylates (APEOs) and Alkyphenols (APs) Nike is committed to a continued phase-out approach for APEOs and APs. Legislated limits are 1,000 mg/kg for APs and APEOs in finished products. Nike has a current target of 100 mg/kg, with a do-not-ship limit of 500 mg/kg. This reduction supports efforts to reach the 100mg/kg goal as listed in the Nike RSL.

Antimicrobials and biocides Nike has strict guidance on the use of any antimicrobial or biocidal products. These limits are included in the RSL table that starts on page 7, and more information can be found in the Nike, Inc., Odor Management, Antimicrobial and Scented Material Guidelines.

Nanomaterials Nike has strict guidance on the inclusion of any nanomaterials in Nike products. Find more information in the Nike, Inc., Nanotechnology Material Guidelines.

Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL) Nike has expanded the MRSL to help manufacturers produce products that meet Nike RSL requirements and support our goal to achieving Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) by 2020. The MRSL has been developed in conjunction with all member brands of the ZDHC coalition.

 
The RSL also includes restrictions and test methods for other toxics such as asbestos, bisphenol A (BPA), hexavalent chromium, dyestuffs, flame retardants, soluble heavy metals. Refer to the document below for more specifics.
 
Well-known brands like Nike and Addidas has imposed stringent requirements on hazardous substances in their supply chains. RSL test results will be valid for one year from the test date unless otherwise stated. Nike, Inc., reserves the right to request testing at any time on any material. Businesses concerned should update the test reports to gain an advantage in competition.