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Significant Amendment to 'Lactic Acid Based' Biocide Approval

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A key consequence of this amendment is the removal of the 'Wipe 4 2L (105 wipes)' from the Union authorisation.
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The European Commission has issued Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/2747, effectively amending the Union authorisation for the biocidal product family, 'Lactic acid based products – CID Lines NV'. This amendment, dated 8 December 2023, follows Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council​​.

Background of the Amendment

Originally, on 26 July 2022, the European Union granted authorisation to CID Lines NV for the market release of their 'Lactic acid-based products'. This approval was contingent on the company conducting long-term storage stability tests and reporting the results to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) by 1 March 2023​​.

Key Developments Leading to the Amendment

  1. Submission of Test Results: CID Lines NV complied, submitting the required data on time. The Belgian evaluating authority then forwarded its conclusions to ECHA​​.
  2. ECHA's Evaluation: On 30 June 2023, ECHA concluded that the data confirmed a shelf life of two years for most products in the family. However, the two-year shelf life for the packaging type 'Wipe 4 2L (105 wipes)' could not be confirmed​​.
  3. Agreement on Amendment: The Commission notified CID Lines NV of the intended amendment on 4 August 2023. The company concurred with the amendment proposal regarding the particular packaging type​​.

Impact of the Amendment

A key consequence of this amendment is the removal of the 'Wipe 4 2L (105 wipes)' packaging from the Union authorisation. This decision aligns with the findings that this specific packaging type does not meet the required shelf life criteria​​. The entire Annex II to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/1391 has been replaced to reflect this update​​.

Overview of the Biocidal Product Family

The 'Lactic acid based products – CID Lines NV' encompasses various disinfectant products suitable for human hygiene, veterinary hygiene, and use in the food and feed area​​.

  • Administrative Details: The authorisation holder is CID Lines NV, based in Belgium. The product family has an authorisation validity extending till 31 August 2032​​.
  • Manufacturing Information: CID Lines NV, located in Ieper, Belgium, is the manufacturer of the biocidal products, while the active substance, L-(+)-lactic acid, is manufactured by Purac Biochem bv in the Netherlands​​.
  • Composition and Formulation: The product family includes L-(+)-lactic acid and other compounds like Sodium Lauryl sulphate and Sodium lauryl ether sulphate​​.

Safety and Usage Guidelines

  • Hazard Statements: The products are known to cause serious eye damage and necessitate wearing eye/face protection​​.
  • Authorised Uses: The products are intended for professional use, including hygienic hand wash in the food and feed industry​​.
  • Safety Precautions: Users are advised to take immediate safety measures in case of skin, eye, or respiratory contact with the product​​.
  • Disposal and Storage: The products must be disposed of as dangerous waste and stored in their original container in a cool, well-ventilated place​​.

One of the products under this family, 'Kenosan Hand Scrub', is specifically designated for the EU market​​.

Stakeholders and users of 'Lactic acid based products – CID Lines NV' should update their practices according to this amendment. It's crucial to adhere to the safety and usage guidelines provided, ensuring compliance with the latest regulatory standards.

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The European Commission has issued Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/2747, effectively amending the Union authorisation for the biocidal product family, 'Lactic acid based products – CID Lines NV'. This amendment, dated 8 December 2023, follows Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council​​.

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