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EPA Releases Updates on Organophosphate Pesticides Dicrotophos, Dimethoate, and Tetrachlorvinphos

These updates are part of the EPA's ongoing effort to ensure these pesticides meet current safety standards.

2 July 2024

EU Cracks Down on Hazardous Substances with New Ecodesign Regulation

The regulation focuses on ensuring transparency and safety concerning hazardous substances in products.

2 July 2024

EU Seeks Feedback on Proposed Dechlorane Plus Regulation

This draft regulation, reflecting decisions from the May 2023 Stockholm Convention, aims to prohibit or restrict dechlorane plus use within the EU.

2 July 2024

European Commission Prohibits Future Imports of Terbufos

Terbufos has been recognised as a hazardous chemical under the Rotterdam Convention, which requires prior informed consent for its international trade.

2 July 2024

European Union Renews Approval of Metconazole as Candidate for Substitution

The renewed approval of metconazole will come into effect on 1 September 2024 and will be valid until 31 August 2031.

2 July 2024

Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency Confirms Environmental Concerns Over Diuron

The evaluation confirms that Diuron poses a confirmed risk of endocrine disruption to the environment.

2 July 2024

HFE-7500 Substance Evaluation Concludes

The assessment supports the inclusion of HFE-7500 under the proposed universal restriction PFAS at the EU level.

2 July 2024

Inspectors to Check Classification and Labelling of Mixtures in Products

The REF-14 project is set to be prepared in 2025, with inspections expected to begin in 2026.

2 July 2024

Spain Suggests REACH Restriction for 4-Nonylphenol, Branched

The Spanish Ministry concluded that there is a critical need for regulatory actions to manage the risks associated with 4-nonylphenol, branched.

2 July 2024

Hefty Fine for Trader Who Sold Toxic Jewellery

Tests revealed that a children's jewellery set contained over 6,000 times the legal limit of Cadmium, a carcinogenic element.

19 June 2024

Court Rejects Appeal in Cruelty Free Europe's Case Against ECHA

The Court found that CFE's appeal did not meet the necessary criteria to proceed.

11 June 2024

ECHA Proposes New Regulations for Silver and Silver Compounds

Several silver compounds have been identified as potential reproductive toxins.

11 June 2024

EPA Proposes New Regulations on n-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP)

The EPA has conducted an economic analysis estimating the incremental costs of the proposed rule to be approximately $396 million annually over 20 years.

11 June 2024

PMC Vlissingen Netherlands Challenges European Commission on DBTO Regulation

This case highlights the ongoing debates and disagreements between chemical companies and regulatory authorities over the safety classifications of substances.

11 June 2024

Vermont Enacts Comprehensive Legislation to Regulate Harmful Chemicals in Consumer Products

The law will roll out in phases: key sections on chemicals in cosmetics, menstrual products, PFAS, and firefighting agents take effect January 1, 2026.

11 June 2024

Maine DEP Strengthens PFAS Regulations to Protect Environment

The law outlines a phased approach to banning products containing intentionally added PFAS, with specific dates for different categories.

31 May 2024

ECHA Board of Appeal Dismisses Jungbunzlauer Ladenburg GmbH's Appeal

The board concluded that Jungbunzlauer Ladenburg GmbH's registration dossier remained non-compliant with the necessary information requirements.

31 May 2024

REF-10 Workshop Reveals Persistent Challenges in EU Chemical Compliance

A significant 81% of participants recognised the presence of "free riders" who avoid compliance duties.

31 May 2024

ECHA Report Highlights Health Risks of 1,2-Dichloroethane in Consumer Goods

ECHA finds existing regulations address EDC risks in articles, so no new restrictions are needed. Continued monitoring and enforcement are essential.

31 May 2024

ECHA Streamlines Biocides Consultations

ECHA's new consultation process ensures thorough assessment of hazardous substances, aiming to identify and utilise safer alternatives whenever possible.

31 May 2024

Chemical Regulatory News

EPA Releases Updates on Organophosphate Pesticides Dicrotophos, Dimethoate, and Tetrachlorvinphos

EU Cracks Down on Hazardous Substances with New Ecodesign Regulation

EU Seeks Feedback on Proposed Dechlorane Plus Regulation

European Commission Prohibits Future Imports of Terbufos

European Union Renews Approval of Metconazole as Candidate for Substitution

Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency Confirms Environmental Concerns Over Diuron

HFE-7500 Substance Evaluation Concludes

Inspectors to Check Classification and Labelling of Mixtures in Products

Spain Suggests REACH Restriction for 4-Nonylphenol, Branched

Hefty Fine for Trader Who Sold Toxic Jewellery

Court Rejects Appeal in Cruelty Free Europe's Case Against ECHA

ECHA Proposes New Regulations for Silver and Silver Compounds

EPA Proposes New Regulations on n-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP)

PMC Vlissingen Netherlands Challenges European Commission on DBTO Regulation

Vermont Enacts Comprehensive Legislation to Regulate Harmful Chemicals in Consumer Products

Maine DEP Strengthens PFAS Regulations to Protect Environment

ECHA Board of Appeal Dismisses Jungbunzlauer Ladenburg GmbH's Appeal

REF-10 Workshop Reveals Persistent Challenges in EU Chemical Compliance

ECHA Report Highlights Health Risks of 1,2-Dichloroethane in Consumer Goods

ECHA Streamlines Biocides Consultations

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