Minnesota Proposes New Reporting Rules on PFAS in Products
Learn about Minnesota's new PFAS reporting rules requiring manufacturers to disclose product details and pay associated fees.
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EPA Proposes New Rules on Fluoroalkyl Compounds and Polymers
The EPA proposes updated Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) for 17 chemical substances, requiring risk assessments before new manufacturing or processing activities. Public comments are open until 30 December 2024.
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EPA Finalises Comprehensive Risk Evaluation for 1,4-Dioxane Under TSCA
The EPA’s finalised risk evaluation for 1,4-dioxane identifies serious health risks, including cancer, from occupational and environmental exposures. Regulatory actions are forthcoming.
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EU Intensifies Sector-Based Approach in PFAS Regulation: Key Updates and 2025 Roadmap
EU progresses PFAS regulation with sector-based reviews, new use cases, and 2025 plans.
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EPA Launches Comprehensive Rulemaking to Address Toxic Tire Chemicals Threatening Salmon
The EPA is investigating the risks of 6PPD-quinone, a toxic tire chemical harming salmon and ecosystems.
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EPA Invites Public Comments on 1,3-Butadiene Risk Review Candidates
EPA seeks public comments on candidates for 1,3-butadiene risk review. Join the discussion by 29 November 2024 and contribute to this critical evaluation.
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Brazil Adopts REACH-Style Law to Manage Chemical Substances
Learn about Brazil REACH, the new Law No. 15,022, which introduces a National Chemical Inventory.
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EPA Settles Lawsuit on Endocrine Disruptor Risks from Pesticides
EPA agrees to expedite testing of pesticide chemicals for endocrine-disrupting effects, addressing health risks linked to hormone interference.
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ECHA Identifies 1,900 Chemicals as Regulatory Risks: Integrated Regulatory Strategy (IRS) Report
The flagged chemicals are used across a range of industries, including automotive, construction, electronics, textiles, and consumer products.
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Malta Updates Regulations on Hazardous Substances in Electronic Equipment
Malta updates regulations under the Product Safety Act, introducing new cadmium use exemptions in electronics. Compliance required by January 2025.
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HSE Issues Deadlines for GB Biocides Review Programme Participation
Stay compliant with HSE’s GB Biocides Review deadlines for DCDMH, DCEMH, and Chrysanthemum cinerariaefolium. Act by February 15 and May 23, 2025.
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EPA Reports Significant Progress and Challenges in Addressing PFAS Pollution
The EPA highlights progress on PFAS pollution with enforceable standards, cleanup funding, and research advancements while addressing challenges in cost, contamination, and equity.
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New IUCLID Service Release v8.13.2 Brings Significant Enhancements and Fixes
IUCLID v8.13.2 introduces key improvements to data entry, report generation, and regulatory compliance, enhancing user experience.
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New Guidance on CLP Regulation Introduces Updated Criteria for Chemical Hazard Classification
Discover the latest updates to the CLP Regulation, detailing new hazard criteria and classification guidance.
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ECHA Report Advocates Regulatory Updates for Nano-Enabled Agrochemicals in European Agriculture
ECHA’s 2024 report on nano-agrochemicals calls for new EU regulations to manage these emerging technologies, balancing safety and sustainable agricultural growth.
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ECHA RAC Releases Scientific Evaluation on Occupational Exposure Limits for 1,3-Butadiene
ECHA's RAC concludes that 1,3-butadiene poses significant occupational cancer risks, recommending biomonitoring and deriving an exposure-risk model over a traditional OEL.
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ECHA Investigates Alternative Method to Replace Fish Toxicity Testing in Chemical Safety Assessments
ECHA explores Fish Embryo Toxicity test as a humane alternative to fish toxicity testing for chemicals.
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ECHA Assesses Regulatory Needs for Low-Hazard Fluoride Salts, Recommends Monitoring and Potential Action on Endocrine Disruption
ECHA’s 2024 assessment on fluoride salts highlights potential endocrine risks in sodium fluoride, prompting further review.
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EU Confirms Environmental Concerns over Imidazolium Compounds
Evaluation of Imidazolium compounds (EC 931-745-8) reveals environmental risks in soil and sediment from industrial and consumer uses.
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Sweden Confirms Persistent and Bioaccumulative Hazards of Bis(isopropyl)naphthalene (DIPN)
Sweden’s Chemicals Agency classifies Bis(isopropyl)naphthalene (DIPN) as very persistent and bioaccumulative, sparking regulatory scrutiny and potential restrictions.
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