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EFSA Report Reaffirms Safety of Silicon Dioxide (E 551) as Food Additive for Infants, Recommends New Limits for Toxic Elements

The EFSA’s 2024 report confirms the safety of silicon dioxide (E 551) as a food additive in infant formulas, while recommending stricter limits on lead and arsenic content.

13 November 2024

EPA Considers Approval of Veratrine: New Insecticide for Outdoor Use

According to the EPA, veratrine may be applied up to 12 times annually using handheld sprayers, pump sprayers, or aerosols.

13 November 2024

EPA Establishes New Tolerance Level for Mefenoxam Residues on Palm Oil

The EPA announces a new tolerance for mefenoxam residues on palm oil, addressing safety standards for agricultural chemicals.

13 November 2024

EPA Finalises Biological Evaluation on Dinotefuran, Highlighting Potential Risks to Endangered Species and Critical Habitats

EPA’s final biological evaluation on dinotefuran reveals potential impacts on endangered species and habitats.

13 November 2024

EPA Finalises Biological Evaluations of Acetamiprid, Determining Potential Impact on Endangered Species

The EPA’s final evaluation on acetamiprid highlights potential risks to endangered species, signalling forthcoming mitigation measures.

13 November 2024

EPA Finalizes Cancellation of the Pesticide Dacthal

EPA finalises the cancellation of Dacthal, a pesticide with DCPA, effective October 23, 2024.

13 November 2024

EPA Sets New Fluindapyr Tolerances for Soybean-Based Food Products

The EPA has set new fluindapyr tolerance levels for soybean products, ensuring food safety through rigorous risk assessment.

13 November 2024

EPA Sets New Pesticide Tolerance Standards for Glufosinate Residues to Safeguard Public Health

The EPA finalises glufosinate tolerance limits on food commodities, aiming to protect health with rigorous safety standards.

13 November 2024

Ethiopia Proposes Amendment to Stockholm Convention Annex A to Address UV-328 Exemptions in Aviation Sector

Ethiopia proposes an amendment to Annex A of the Stockholm Convention to exempt UV-328 use in aircraft. COP-12 will review the amendment in 2025.

13 November 2024

EU Approves Allium Fistulosum as Plant Protection Substance

The EU has approved Allium fistulosum as a plant protection substance for use as a bactericide in soil treatments.

13 November 2024

EU Approves Prallethrin for Use in Biocidal Products under Strict Regulations

The EU approves prallethrin for biocidal use in insecticides with conditions to protect health and the environment.

13 November 2024

EU Approves Temporary Labelling Measure for Dinitrogen Oxide in France

The EU temporarily authorises France's new health warning labels for dinitrogen oxide products due to increased misuse and health risks, effective until 2027.

13 November 2024

EU Commission Approves Biocidal Product Phenogen Amid Residue Safety Dispute

The EU Commission approves the biocidal product Phenogen, resolving safety objections raised by Germany over chlorocresol residues.

13 November 2024

EU Considers Regulatory Action for Fatty Acid Oligomers in Consumer and Industrial Products

The ECHA is assessing regulatory needs for fatty acid oligomers due to environmental concerns.

13 November 2024

EU Court to Address Biocidal Product Regulation in Speyer & Grund GmbH v Werner & Mertz GmbH Case

European Court to decide on biocidal product classification in the Speyer & Grund GmbH case, impacting EU regulations for dual-use products in food and hygiene.

13 November 2024

EU Court Upholds Lead Ammunition Ban in Wetlands, Rejecting Appeal by Firearms Groups

The Firearms United Network, alongside three Polish hunters, argued that the ban infringes on fundamental rights.

13 November 2024

EU Extends Approval Periods for Key Pesticides Amid Assessment Delays

The EU extends the approval periods for 13 active substances used in plant protection until 2027, citing delays in risk assessment processes.

13 November 2024

EU Grants 10-Year Union Authorisation for Novadan's Lactic Acid-Based Teat Disinfectants

he EU has granted Union authorisation to Novadan's L-(+)-lactic acid-based teat disinfectants for use in dairy animal hygiene until 2034.

13 November 2024

EU Imposes Stricter Pesticide Residue Limits for Thiacloprid in Food Products

EU enforces stricter limits on thiacloprid residues in food to protect consumers from potential health risks, effective May 2025.

13 November 2024

EU One Health Task Force Unveils 2024–2026 Plan for Public Health and Environmental Security

The EU's One Health Task Force launches a 2024–2026 plan to address public health threats through cross-agency collaboration.

13 November 2024

Chemical Regulatory News

EFSA Report Reaffirms Safety of Silicon Dioxide (E 551) as Food Additive for Infants, Recommends New Limits for Toxic Elements

EPA Considers Approval of Veratrine: New Insecticide for Outdoor Use

EPA Establishes New Tolerance Level for Mefenoxam Residues on Palm Oil

EPA Finalises Biological Evaluation on Dinotefuran, Highlighting Potential Risks to Endangered Species and Critical Habitats

EPA Finalises Biological Evaluations of Acetamiprid, Determining Potential Impact on Endangered Species

EPA Finalizes Cancellation of the Pesticide Dacthal

EPA Sets New Fluindapyr Tolerances for Soybean-Based Food Products

EPA Sets New Pesticide Tolerance Standards for Glufosinate Residues to Safeguard Public Health

Ethiopia Proposes Amendment to Stockholm Convention Annex A to Address UV-328 Exemptions in Aviation Sector

EU Approves Allium Fistulosum as Plant Protection Substance

EU Approves Prallethrin for Use in Biocidal Products under Strict Regulations

EU Approves Temporary Labelling Measure for Dinitrogen Oxide in France

EU Commission Approves Biocidal Product Phenogen Amid Residue Safety Dispute

EU Considers Regulatory Action for Fatty Acid Oligomers in Consumer and Industrial Products

EU Court to Address Biocidal Product Regulation in Speyer & Grund GmbH v Werner & Mertz GmbH Case

EU Court Upholds Lead Ammunition Ban in Wetlands, Rejecting Appeal by Firearms Groups

EU Extends Approval Periods for Key Pesticides Amid Assessment Delays

EU Grants 10-Year Union Authorisation for Novadan's Lactic Acid-Based Teat Disinfectants

EU Imposes Stricter Pesticide Residue Limits for Thiacloprid in Food Products

EU One Health Task Force Unveils 2024–2026 Plan for Public Health and Environmental Security

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