The aim of the authorisation process is to:
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• Ensure that the risks related to substances of very high concern (SVHCs) are properly controlled throughout their life cycle
• Promote the progressive replacement of SVHCs by suitable alternatives (less dangerous substances, new technologies and processes), where technically and economically feasible alternatives are available.

Here the guide of ECHA EU Agency...
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• Phase I - Substances of very high concern (SVHC)
  • Registry of SVHC intentions until outcome
  • Preparing the SVHC dossier
  • Consultation
  • Adding substances to the Candidate List
• Phase II - Recommendation for inclusion in the Authorisation List
  • Prioritisation
  • Draft recommendation
  • Consultation
  • MSC opinion
  • Recommendation and inclusion in the Authorisation List
• Phase III - Application for authorisation
  • Application for authorisation
  • Consultation
  • RAC and SEAC opinions
  • Commission decision
  • Implementation
  • Review report, if the company needs to continue using the substance after the end of the review period

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