Regulatory News & Updates - Page 17

ECHA Dismisses Appeal Over Registration Fee for Ethyl Methyl Carbonate

ECHA Board of Appeal upholds the rejection of Coloured Chemicals BV’s registration for ethyl methyl carbonate.

11 December 2024

EPA Advances Investigation Into 6PPD and 6PPD-Quinone

The EPA investigates the environmental and health risks of 6PPD and its toxic transformation product, 6PPD-quinone, seeking public input on alternatives and regulatory actions.

11 December 2024

EPA Draft Risk Evaluation Identifies 1,3-Butadiene as Health Hazard

EPA draft identifies 1,3-butadiene as a health hazard, citing risks to workers and fenceline communities. Public comment open until February 3, 2025.‍

11 December 2024

EPA Eliminates LVE and LoR Exemptions for PFAS and PBT Chemicals

The EPA reforms chemical safety regulations, removing exemptions for PFAS and PBT chemicals to ensure rigorous safety assessments for public health.

11 December 2024

EPA Finalises Comprehensive Risk Evaluation for 1,4-Dioxane Under TSCA

The EPA’s finalised risk evaluation for 1,4-dioxane identifies serious health risks, including cancer, from occupational and environmental exposures. Regulatory actions are forthcoming.

11 December 2024

EPA Finalises Stricter Regulations on TCE and PCE

The EPA introduces strict bans and controls on trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE), aiming to reduce cancer risks and protect workers.

11 December 2024

EPA Finalizes Risk Evaluation Part 2 on Asbestos, Highlighting Legacy Use Risks

The EPA concludes its Part 2 Risk Evaluation for Asbestos, identifying significant health risks from legacy uses. Learn about its findings and regulatory implications.

11 December 2024

EPA Proposes New Rules on Fluoroalkyl Compounds and Polymers

The EPA proposes updated Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) for 17 chemical substances, requiring risk assessments before new manufacturing or processing activities. Public comments are open until 30 December 2024.

11 December 2024

EPA Proposes Rule to Limit Food Uses of Chlorpyrifos Following Legal Challenges

The EPA proposes revoking chlorpyrifos food tolerances for most uses to protect public health, with 11 crop exceptions.

11 December 2024

EPA Proposes Updated Mitigation Measures for Atrazine to Protect Aquatic Ecosystems

The EPA proposes revised mitigation measures for atrazine, featuring stricter standards and a flexible point-based system to protect aquatic ecosystems.

11 December 2024

EPA Reinstates Acceptance of Palamur Laboratory Data for Pesticide Registration

EPA resumes accepting pesticide data from Palamur Laboratory after compliance improvements and GLP recertification. ‍

11 December 2024

EPA Revises TSCA Rules for DecaBDE and PIP (3:1) to Strengthen Chemical Safety Measures

The revisions for decaBDE and PIP (3:1) introduce strict new measures to protect workers and reduce toxic releases.

11 December 2024

EPA Seeks Peer Reviewers for Phthalates Risk Evaluation Under TSCA

The EPA seeks nominations for peer reviewers of phthalate risk evaluations under TSCA. Submit nominations by the deadline to shape future regulatory policies.

11 December 2024

EPA Updates FY2025 Pesticide Maintenance Fees

Learn about the EPA's FY2025 pesticide maintenance fees update, key deadlines, and eligibility for small business discounts or waivers.

11 December 2024

EPA's Science Advisory Committee Reviews Risks of 1,1-Dichloroethane and 1,2-Dichloroethane

EPA assesses 1,1-dichloroethane and 1,2-dichloroethane risks, highlighting industrial impacts and ecological threats. Stakeholder feedback to shape final conclusions.

11 December 2024

EU Abandons TBBP-A and MCCPs Restrictions Under RoHS Directive

The EU has abandoned plans to restrict TBBP-A and MCCPs under the RoHS Directive, leaving the future of hazardous substance regulation uncertain.

11 December 2024

EU Court Rules Against Evonik in Silanamine Classification Dispute

EU Court upholds silanamine's hazardous classification, rejecting Evonik’s legal challenge.

11 December 2024

EU Court Upholds Regulation on Reproductive Toxicity Classification for DTPA

EU Court upholds reproductive toxicity classification for DTPA, supporting stringent chemical labelling to safeguard human health.‍

11 December 2024

EU Report Highlights Persistent Challenges in Safety Data Sheets Compliance

ECHA's latest report reveals that 35% of safety data sheets (SDS) are non-compliant with EU regulations, urging improvements to better protect workers and the environment.

11 December 2024

EU Report Identifies Regulatory Gaps for Aliphatic Amines with Ether Substituents

ECHA's report highlights risks and regulatory gaps for aliphatic amines with ether substituents, calling for harmonised classification and targeted restrictions.

11 December 2024