ANSES Evaluates Tris(4-Nonylphenyl) Phosphite as Environmental Endocrine Disruptor
Manufacturers and users may face strict new regulations, including potential restrictions on the substance's use in consumer products.
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Biofa GmbH vs. European Chemicals Agency: Board of Appeal Decision
The dispute began when Armosa Tech SA sought to share costs to be included in the Article 95 list.
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Upcoming EU Decisions on Hexavalent Chromium: Key Dates and Implications
Cr(VI) reliance in aerospace and defence makes upcoming decisions crucial, with significant impacts expected across the sector.
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Public Consultation Launched for the Stockholm Convention
The consultation invites Parties and observers to submit comments on the draft guidelines by 16 September 2024.
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Tattoo Artists Union and Auville Challenge EU REACH Restriction
The applicants seek €50,000 claiming it unfairly restricts tattoo ink substances. The applicants also argue the regulation hinders business freedom.
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ECHA's 2024-2028 Strategy: Tackling Key Regulatory Challenges in Chemical Safety
This strategy aims to advance chemical safety through science, collaboration, and knowledge, emphasising the protection of human health and the environment.
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EU Mandates 50% Reduction in Hexavalent Chromium for Decorative Plating
A key measure requires applicants to cut Cr(VI) consumption during the review period, targeting at least a 50% reduction from the original application volume.
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New Regulatory Measures Proposed for Aziridine Compounds
Aziridines are commonly used in adhesives, sealants, coatings, and textile treatments.
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Asbestos Risks and Mesothelioma: New Report Highlights Decline in Deaths
Mesothelioma, a lung-lining cancer linked to asbestos exposure, is nearly always fatal, often within 12 months of symptoms appearing.
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HSE Invites Companies to Submit Export Notifications for PIC Chemicals for 2025
The HSE stresses early notification to ensure processing time, including obtaining consent or considering waivers if the importing country doesn't respond.
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BASF's REACH Tonnage Downgrade Appeal Succeeds
The Board of Appeal found in favour of BASF, concluding that the ECHA had breached its duty to examine each case individually.
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Ukraine REACH: Timeline and Deadlines for Compliance with New Chemical Safety Rules
The regulation takes effect on 26 January 2025, starting a crucial pre-registration phase for chemical companies, running until 26 January 2026, to ensure compliance.
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New Report: N-Methylaniline May Pose Cancer and Genetic Defect Risks
The substance is widely used as an additive in gasoline and for other industrial applications.
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EPA Issues Emergency Order to Suspend All Pesticide Products Containing DCPA
The catalyst for this suspension stems from a series of studies, particularly a Comparative Thyroid Assay (CTA) conducted in 2021.
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Is o-Phenylphenol Safe for Cosmetics? SCCS Releases Detailed Report
o-Phenylphenol (OPP) and its salts, SOPP and POPP, are preservatives in cosmetics, preventing microbial growth to extend shelf life and ensure safety.
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What the EPA's 2024 Safer Choice Standards Mean for PFAS Reduction
The programme continues to advocate for informed substitution, encouraging the transition from chemicals of concern to safer alternatives.
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EPA Announces Cancellation and Amendments of Chlorpyrifos Pesticide Registrations
Chlorpyrifos, a pesticide used in various agricultural settings, has faced increasing scrutiny over its potential health risks.
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European Environment Agency Five-Year Review
Several areas need improvement, including a robust monitoring system, better prioritisation, and enhanced resource allocation.
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European Commission Confirms Safety of HC Yellow No. 16 Hair Dye Ingredient
HC Yellow No. 16 was first reviewed in 2015 after the European Commission received an approval request from the cosmetics industry.
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Expiry of Approval for Active Substances Famoxadone and Indoxacarb in Great Britain
Famoxadone - Producers: sell until 31 Dec 2024; Users: use until 31 Dec 2025. Indoxacarb - Producers: sell until 28 Feb 2025; Users: use until 28 Feb 2026.
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