Persistence / Biodegradation: Persistence Assessment Tool with Concawe, Cefic LRI, ECETOC
Objective
Development of a software tool to facilitate the regulatory persistence assessment, including:
- Clear guidance and structure for evaluation of data quality
- Quantitative WoE (qWoE) methodology
- 'Overall persistence’ (Pov) module
- Customization to make the tool globally applicable
- Account for difficult and complex (UVCB) substances
Project Details
Persistence and Biodegradation Working Group
Project Lead:
- Arnaud Boivin, L'Oréal
Collaborators: Concawe, Cefic LRI, and ECETOC
TOOLBOX
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Persistence Assessment Tool
The tool provides a structured and clear methodology to:
- Systematically capture and store information on persistence
- Evaluate data quality
- Carry out a robust and transparent weight of evidence determination
- Assess persistence in line with global regulatory frameworks
Persistence Assessment Tool
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PAT Training Session
This training session provides an in-depth look at the use of the tool, including the background and purpose, an overview of features and workflow, and a walkthrough of an example assessment.
PAT Training Session