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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.

25 November 2024

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.

25 November 2024

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.‍

25 November 2024

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.

25 November 2024

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.

25 November 2024

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.

25 November 2024

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.

19 November 2024

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.

19 November 2024

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.

19 November 2024

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.‍

19 November 2024

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.

19 November 2024

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.

19 November 2024

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.

19 November 2024

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.

19 November 2024

UK Lowers Methidathion Maximum Residue Levels

UK updates methidathion MRLs to protect public health, setting strict near-zero residue limits effective May 2025.

19 November 2024

2025 REACH Revision to Introduce Stricter EU Chemical Regulations, PFAS Restrictions, and Essential Use Criteria

The 2025 REACH revision may prioritise broader restrictions on harmful chemicals over case-by-case authorisations.

13 November 2024

Antidote Europe Challenges EU Decision on Glyphosate Approval in Court

Antidote Europe challenges the EU’s glyphosate approval in court, citing health risks and regulatory breaches.

13 November 2024

Biden-Harris Administration Issues Final Rule Mandating Lead Pipe Replacement Nationwide by 2034

This requirement follows years of research linking lead exposure to severe health issues including cognitive impairment and developmental delays.

13 November 2024

California Passes AB 347 to Enforce PFAS Bans on Household Products by 2030

California's AB 347 mandates PFAS-free household products by 2030, introducing strict testing and penalties for violators.

13 November 2024

Deutsche Umwelthilfe Challenges EU Commission's Approval Extensions for Pesticides

Deutsche Umwelthilfe sues the EU Commission over pesticide approval extensions, raising environmental and health concerns.

13 November 2024

Chemical Regulatory News

EPA Invites Public Comments on 1,3-Butadiene Risk Review Candidates

EPA Launches Comprehensive Rulemaking to Address Toxic Tire Chemicals Threatening Salmon

EPA Reports Significant Progress and Challenges in Addressing PFAS Pollution

EPA Settles Lawsuit on Endocrine Disruptor Risks from Pesticides

HSE Issues Deadlines for GB Biocides Review Programme Participation

Malta Updates Regulations on Hazardous Substances in Electronic Equipment

New IUCLID Service Release v8.13.2 Brings Significant Enhancements and Fixes

New Guidance on CLP Regulation Introduces Updated Criteria for Chemical Hazard Classification

ECHA Report Advocates Regulatory Updates for Nano-Enabled Agrochemicals in European Agriculture

ECHA RAC Releases Scientific Evaluation on Occupational Exposure Limits for 1,3-Butadiene

ECHA Investigates Alternative Method to Replace Fish Toxicity Testing in Chemical Safety Assessments

ECHA Assesses Regulatory Needs for Low-Hazard Fluoride Salts, Recommends Monitoring and Potential Action on Endocrine Disruption

EU Confirms Environmental Concerns over Imidazolium Compounds

Sweden Confirms Persistent and Bioaccumulative Hazards of Bis(isopropyl)naphthalene (DIPN)

UK Lowers Methidathion Maximum Residue Levels

2025 REACH Revision to Introduce Stricter EU Chemical Regulations, PFAS Restrictions, and Essential Use Criteria

Antidote Europe Challenges EU Decision on Glyphosate Approval in Court

Biden-Harris Administration Issues Final Rule Mandating Lead Pipe Replacement Nationwide by 2034

California Passes AB 347 to Enforce PFAS Bans on Household Products by 2030

Deutsche Umwelthilfe Challenges EU Commission's Approval Extensions for Pesticides

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