Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) Regulatory News

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European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·13 Nov 2024

LANXESS CMIT/MIT Biocides Receive EU Authorisation

EU grants 10-year authorisation to LANXESS CMIT/MIT biocides, boosting industrial preservation across Europe from Nov 2024 to Oct 2034.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·13 Nov 2024

Northern Ireland·Great Britain·GB Biocidal Products Regulation·24 Oct 2024

MHRA Confirms Mycobacteria Claims In PT 1 Biocide Products Fall Under Medicines Regulations

MHRA confirms biocide products in PT 1 making mycobacteria claims now fall under medicines regulations.

Northern Ireland·Great Britain·GB Biocidal Products Regulation·24 Oct 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·22 Oct 2024

EU Grants Authorisation To Taski-Room Care-Suma Biocidal Family Based On Lactic Acid

The European Commission authorises the Taski-Room Care-Suma Family of biocidal products based on lactic acid for EU-wide use starting 31 October 2024.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·22 Oct 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·22 Oct 2024

European Commission Approves Changes To Contec IPA Biocidal Product Family Authorisation

The Commission amends the authorisation for the Contec IPA biocidal product family, introducing administrative updates and pack size extensions.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·22 Oct 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·9 Oct 2024

EU Approves Divosan PAA Biocidal Products For Safe Use In Multiple Sectors

EU grants approval for Divosan PAA biocidal products across multiple industries. Effective 23 October 2024.‍

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·9 Oct 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·9 Oct 2024

EU Approves Silver Zinc Zeolite For Use In Biocidal Products Across Three Product Types

The EU approves silver zinc zeolite for biocidal products in types 2, 7, and 9, effective March 2026, with specific conditions to enhance safety and efficacy.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·9 Oct 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·8 Oct 2024

ECHA’s Biocidal Products Committee Addresses Icaridin, Transfluthrin, And More In September Meeting

ECHA’s Biocidal Products Committee reviewed icaridin, Transfluthrin, and more at its September 2024 meeting.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·8 Oct 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·25 Sept 2024

European Commission Blocks URAGAN D2 Over Health Risks In Hungary

EU blocks URAGAN D2 in Hungary due to health risks. Lack of antidotes for hydrogen cyanide raises concerns, aligning with EU's focus on public safety.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·25 Sept 2024

Iodine is used in biocidal products for embalming fluids

Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·11 Sept 2024

Northern Ireland Faces Biocidal Product Withdrawals Due To EU Active Substance Expiries

Several biocidal products in NI face phase-out by 2025 due to EU active substance expiries, impacting iodine, decanoic acid, and other essential biocides.

Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·11 Sept 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·4 Sept 2024

EU Grants Union Authorisation To ClearKlens Wipes

ClearKlens wipes have received EU approval for their effective disinfecting properties, ensuring compliance with safety standards across Europe.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·4 Sept 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·28 Aug 2024

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.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·28 Aug 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·28 Aug 2024

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.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·28 Aug 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·23 Jul 2024

ECHA Publishes Annual Report For 2023

2023 was also a year of strategic enhancement for ECHA.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·23 Jul 2024

European Economic Area·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·19 Jul 2024

EU Commission Renews Propiconazole For Biocides, Adds Limits

The fungicide has potential endocrine disrupting properties but non-renewal would have had a significant impact on society.

European Economic Area·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·19 Jul 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·19 Jul 2024

EU Court Rules On Advertising Restrictions For Biocidal Products

The decision mandates that all advertising statements for biocidal products must accurately reflect their risks.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·19 Jul 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·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.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·31 May 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·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.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·31 May 2024

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·28 May 2024

EU Commission Rejects Authorisation Of BOMBEX® PEBBYS® CS Over Health Concerns

France and Germany cited health risks from manufacturing and harmful substances, including isocyanates and PBT/vPvB chemicals, in the biocidal product.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·28 May 2024

Chemicals pollution barrels outside a factory

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·18 Apr 2024

EU Introduces Criminal Penalties For Chemical Regulation Breaches: Key Changes

The updated legislation introduces criminal penalties for severe infringements that cause significant environmental damage.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·18 Apr 2024

Person spraying biocides wearing yellow glove

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·23 Mar 2024

European Commission Extends Deadline For Biocidal Substance Review To 2030

The extension to 2030 reflects the European Commission's commitment to conducting a thorough and meticulous review of biocidal substances.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·23 Mar 2024

Latest Articles

LANXESS CMIT/MIT Biocides Receive EU Authorisation

MHRA Confirms Mycobacteria Claims In PT 1 Biocide Products Fall Under Medicines Regulations

EU Grants Authorisation To Taski-Room Care-Suma Biocidal Family Based On Lactic Acid

European Commission Approves Changes To Contec IPA Biocidal Product Family Authorisation

EU Approves Divosan PAA Biocidal Products For Safe Use In Multiple Sectors

EU Approves Silver Zinc Zeolite For Use In Biocidal Products Across Three Product Types

ECHA’s Biocidal Products Committee Addresses Icaridin, Transfluthrin, And More In September Meeting

European Commission Blocks URAGAN D2 Over Health Risks In Hungary

Northern Ireland Faces Biocidal Product Withdrawals Due To EU Active Substance Expiries

EU Grants Union Authorisation To ClearKlens Wipes

Biofa GmbH Vs. European Chemicals Agency: Board Of Appeal Decision

ECHA's 2024-2028 Strategy: Tackling Key Regulatory Challenges In Chemical Safety

ECHA Publishes Annual Report For 2023

EU Commission Renews Propiconazole For Biocides, Adds Limits

EU Court Rules On Advertising Restrictions For Biocidal Products

ECHA Report Highlights Health Risks Of 1,2-Dichloroethane In Consumer Goods

ECHA Streamlines Biocides Consultations

EU Commission Rejects Authorisation Of BOMBEX® PEBBYS® CS Over Health Concerns

EU Introduces Criminal Penalties For Chemical Regulation Breaches: Key Changes

European Commission Extends Deadline For Biocidal Substance Review To 2030

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