AICIS Extends Evaluation Timeline for Phenol, 4,4?-thiobis[2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-5-methyl-]

On 16 December 2025, the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS) announced a revision to its Rolling Action Plan regarding the chemical evaluation of phenol, 4,4?-thiobis[2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-5-methyl-] (EVA00176). AICIS has extended the evaluation’s completion date to 30 June 2026 to allow for further consultation with relevant government agencies on issues arising during the assessment. This extension ensures a more thorough review in line with regulatory requirements. The Rolling Action Plan is AICIS’s publicly available schedule of ongoing chemical evaluations designed to protect human health and the environment by assessing potential risks associated with industrial chemical use. Interested stakeholders can continue to follow updates on the AICIS website and subscribe for notifications of future changes to evaluation timelines or outcomes.