ECHA Releases ARN Report on Alpha Amino Acids and Salts
The report concludes no regulatory action is needed, ensuring the safe use of these substances in consumer and industrial products.
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GB Public Consultation Launched on Creosote as a Candidate for Substitution
GB opens public consultation on creosote substitution, seeking input on alternatives to reduce health and environmental risks.
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EPA Seeks Public Input on PFAS Production and Regulation Under TSCA
The EPA is inviting public input on the production of PFAS chemicals like PFOA, PFNA, and PFDA during the fluorination of HDPE containers.
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EU Enforces Restrictions on PFHxA and Related PFAS Substances to Protect Health and Environment
The restriction focuses on PFHxA and related PFAS substances, aiming to eliminate their use in textiles, food packaging, and cosmetics.
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VA to Assess Links Between PFAS Exposure and Kidney Cancer in Veterans
The VA is assessing potential links between military PFAS exposure and kidney cancer.
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EPA Launches Vulnerable Species Action Plan to Safeguard Endangered Wildlife from Pesticides
The EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan aims to protect endangered species from pesticide exposure through mitigation measures.
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ECHA Updates on PFAS Restrictions with Key Discussions Set for 2024
The EU’s PFAS restriction process advances with updates from the scientific committees. Key sectors under evaluation and future decisions in 2024.
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OECD Publishes Comprehensive Report on Managing Hazardous Substances in Port Areas
The OECD's latest report on managing hazardous substances in port areas stresses the need for improved governance and emergency preparedness.
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European Chemicals Agency Board of Appeal Dismisses Evonik Operations GmbH's Appeal
Evonik contested an ECHA decision requiring additional histopathological data for a chemical substance.
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EPA Report Highlights Flexibility in Reducing Animal Testing with NAMs
EPA’s new report explores regulatory flexibility under TSCA, FIFRA, and other laws to reduce animal testing using New Approach Methods (NAMs).
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EPA Proposes New Data Collection for Textile Mills Industry
The EPA has submitted a new ICR for Textile Mills Industry Data Collection to evaluate wastewater discharges.
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EPA to Reconsider Chevron’s Chemical Approvals Following Legal Petition
The EPA seeks voluntary remand to review its 2022 chemical order challenged by Cherokee Concerned Citizens.
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General Court Upholds ECHA Decision in Polynt SpA Compliance Case
General Court upholds ECHA's decision requiring Polynt SpA to provide safety data under REACH, reinforcing compliance obligations even after production ceases.
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European Commission Opens Feedback on New Battery Recycling Regulation
Open for feedback until 18 October 2024, the regulation aims to ensure safe recycling processes and material recovery.
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ECHA Considers Regulatory Action on Alkoxysilyl Carbamates
Find out how Alkoxysilyl Carbamates may face new regulatory actions from ECHA due to potential health and environmental risks.
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New Study Raises Concerns About the Safety of BPA Alternatives
A newly released study warns that BPA alternatives may pose similar environmental risks.
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EU Launches Public Consultation on Roadmap to Phase Out Animal Testing in Chemical Safety
The European Commission opens public consultation on its roadmap to phase out animal testing in chemical safety assessments, with plans to implement the strategy by 2026.
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EEA Report Highlights PFAS in Textiles as a Barrier to Europe’s Circular Economy
The EEA's latest report underscores the environmental and health risks of PFAS in textiles, threatening Europe's circular economy goals.
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Draghi Report Sparks Debate on Chemical Regulations: Fluoropolymers in the Spotlight
Debate sparks over Mario Draghi's report on EU competitiveness, highlighting tensions between chemical regulations, innovation, and environmental safety.
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EFSA Proposes New Qualification System for Nanomaterials Risk Assessment Using New Approach Methodologies (NAMs)
EFSA introduces a new qualification system for New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) in nanomaterial risk assessment.
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