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Diss Factsheets

Environmental fate & pathways

Endpoint summary

Administrative data

Description of key information

Additional information

Stability:

In accordance with REACH Annex VIII column 2, the stability of γ-decalactone and more particularly an hydrolysis study does not need to be conducted as the substance is readily biodegradable.

Biodegradation:

One valid key study is available to assess the biodegradation of γ-decalactone. This study was performed in an aerobic aqueous medium, according to OECD Guideline 301F. γ-decalactone attained 82% degradation after 28 days and meeting the 10-day window.

In conclusion, γ-decalactone is considered readily biodegradable.

Bioaccumulation:

Due to the low octanol-water partition coefficient (at 3.0), γ-decalactone has a low potential for bioaccumulation. In accordance with column 2 of REACH Annex IX, the bioaccumulation in aquatic species study does not need to be conducted.

Transport and distribution:

γ-decalactone is readily biodegradable and has a low potential for adsorption due to a low octanol-water partition coefficient (at 3.0). In accordance with REACH Annex VIII column 2, an adsorption/desorption study does not need to be conducted.