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Woman putting talc on hand

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·8 Oct 2024

RAC Classifies Talc As A Carcinogen, Citing Cancer Risk From Exposure

RAC classifies talc as a Category 1B carcinogen, linking it to cancer risk via inhalation. Discover the impact on industries and regulatory changes.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·8 Oct 2024

Fertilizer on plant

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·17 Sept 2024

Harmonised Classification Review For 3,4-Dimethyl-1H-Pyrazole Underway

Participate in ECHA’s public consultation on the updated classification of 3,4-dimethyl-1H-pyrazole, focusing on reproductive toxicity.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·17 Sept 2024

European Economic Area·CLP·4 Sept 2024

BAuA Calls For Stricter Controls On n-Hexane To Protect Consumer Health

German authority urges stricter n-hexane regulations due to neurotoxicity and reproductive risks.

European Economic Area·CLP·4 Sept 2024

ECHA building in Finland

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

Close-up of colourful textiles

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·28 Aug 2024

New Regulatory Measures Proposed For Aziridine Compounds

Aziridines are commonly used in adhesives, sealants, coatings, and textile treatments.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·28 Aug 2024

Adhesives and sealants

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·2 Jul 2024

ECHA Evaluates Regulatory Needs For Hydroxyphenyl Benzotriazoles

If the hazards are confirmed, restrictions on the use of these substances are proposed to minimise environmental release and human exposure.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·2 Jul 2024

Inks and coatings

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·2 Jul 2024

ECHA's Regulatory Assessment Of Benzophenones: Key Findings And Proposed Actions

All substances are considered potential carcinogens based on structural similarity to benzophenone, which is classified as a Category 1B carcinogen.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·2 Jul 2024

Modern air freshener

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·2 Jul 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.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·2 Jul 2024

Inks and coatings

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·2 Jul 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.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·2 Jul 2024

Silver nanoparticles

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·11 Jun 2024

ECHA Proposes New Regulations For Silver And Silver Compounds

Several silver compounds have been identified as potential reproductive toxins.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·11 Jun 2024

Modern courtroom

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·11 Jun 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.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·11 Jun 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

Various paint cans

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·2 Apr 2024

European Union Set To Enforce Poison Centre Notifications

Inspectors are set to verify the submission of poison centre notifications by suppliers.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·2 Apr 2024

Judge holding a gavel

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·11 Mar 2024

Proposal For New EU Directive On Environmental Protection Through Criminal Law

The proposed directive directly impacts several key EU chemicals legislations including REACH.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·11 Mar 2024

ECHA Chemical Database

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

ECHA Unveils ECHA CHEM: A New Chemicals Database

ECHA CHEM features information from all the over 100,000 REACH registrations submitted by companies.

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

Flexible meshed pipe

European Economic Area·CLP·30 Jan 2024

ECHA Evaluates Regulatory Needs For Polyphenylalkanes_alkenes

The report raises concerns about high potential exposure when used as plasticisers in polymer preparations in professional and consumer uses.

European Economic Area·CLP·30 Jan 2024

European flag flying outside a building

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·30 Jan 2024

European Chemicals Agency Unveils Ambitious Strategy For 2024-2028

ECHA outlines an expansion of its legal mandate, primarily influenced by the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability and the EU Green Deal.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·30 Jan 2024

Close-up of grass

European Economic Area·CLP·24 Jan 2024

Consultation On Harmonised Classification And Labelling Of Clethodim

The dossier submitter has proposed additional classifications including Self-react. G, STOT RE 2 (H373), and for aquatic toxicity.

European Economic Area·CLP·24 Jan 2024

Gavel on a EU flag

European Economic Area·REACH·24 Jan 2024

ECHA Publishes Enforcement Forum Priorities For 2024-2025

These include the integration of new legislations focused on online sales into enforcement strategies.

European Economic Area·REACH·24 Jan 2024

Report on an office desk

European Economic Area·REACH·24 Jan 2024

ECHA Revises Guidance For PBT/vPvB Substances

These guidelines, reflecting the latest scientific advancements, have been revised to align with the updated REACH information requirements.

European Economic Area·REACH·24 Jan 2024

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