Regulatory News & Updates - Page 20

New Guidance Released for Minimising Animal Testing Under UK REACH

The HSE's latest guidance under UK REACH outlines steps to minimise animal testing by adopting in vitro, in silico, and other alternative approaches.

11 December 2024

Proposed EPA Guidance for Antimicrobial Pesticides Targets Endangered Species Protection

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has unveiled proposed guidance for improving Endangered Species Act (ESA) considerations in antimicrobial pesticide registrations.

11 December 2024

SCHEER Updates Weight of Evidence Approach for Risk Assessment

Discover SCHEER's 2024 updates to the Weight of Evidence approach for risk assessment, introducing transparency, NAMs integration, and advanced uncertainty analysis.

11 December 2024

EU Intensifies Sector-Based Approach in PFAS Regulation: Key Updates and 2025 Roadmap

EU progresses PFAS regulation with sector-based reviews, new use cases, and 2025 plans.

26 November 2024

Brazil Adopts REACH-Style Law to Manage Chemical Substances

Learn about Brazil REACH, the new Law No. 15,022, which introduces a National Chemical Inventory.

25 November 2024

ECHA Identifies 1,900 Chemicals as Regulatory Risks: Integrated Regulatory Strategy (IRS) Report

The flagged chemicals are used across a range of industries, including automotive, construction, electronics, textiles, and consumer products.

25 November 2024

EPA Invites Public Comments on 1,3-Butadiene Risk Review Candidates

EPA seeks public comments on candidates for 1,3-butadiene risk review. Join the discussion by 29 November 2024 and contribute to this critical evaluation.

25 November 2024

EPA Launches Comprehensive Rulemaking to Address Toxic Tire Chemicals Threatening Salmon

The EPA is investigating the risks of 6PPD-quinone, a toxic tire chemical harming salmon and ecosystems.

25 November 2024

EPA Reports Significant Progress and Challenges in Addressing PFAS Pollution

The EPA highlights progress on PFAS pollution with enforceable standards, cleanup funding, and research advancements while addressing challenges in cost, contamination, and equity.‍

25 November 2024

EPA Settles Lawsuit on Endocrine Disruptor Risks from Pesticides

EPA agrees to expedite testing of pesticide chemicals for endocrine-disrupting effects, addressing health risks linked to hormone interference.

25 November 2024

HSE Issues Deadlines for GB Biocides Review Programme Participation

Stay compliant with HSE’s GB Biocides Review deadlines for DCDMH, DCEMH, and Chrysanthemum cinerariaefolium. Act by February 15 and May 23, 2025.

25 November 2024

Malta Updates Regulations on Hazardous Substances in Electronic Equipment

Malta updates regulations under the Product Safety Act, introducing new cadmium use exemptions in electronics. Compliance required by January 2025.

25 November 2024

New IUCLID Service Release v8.13.2 Brings Significant Enhancements and Fixes

IUCLID v8.13.2 introduces key improvements to data entry, report generation, and regulatory compliance, enhancing user experience.

19 November 2024

New Guidance on CLP Regulation Introduces Updated Criteria for Chemical Hazard Classification

Discover the latest updates to the CLP Regulation, detailing new hazard criteria and classification guidance.

19 November 2024

ECHA Report Advocates Regulatory Updates for Nano-Enabled Agrochemicals in European Agriculture

ECHA’s 2024 report on nano-agrochemicals calls for new EU regulations to manage these emerging technologies, balancing safety and sustainable agricultural growth.

19 November 2024

ECHA RAC Releases Scientific Evaluation on Occupational Exposure Limits for 1,3-Butadiene

ECHA's RAC concludes that 1,3-butadiene poses significant occupational cancer risks, recommending biomonitoring and deriving an exposure-risk model over a traditional OEL.‍

19 November 2024

ECHA Investigates Alternative Method to Replace Fish Toxicity Testing in Chemical Safety Assessments

ECHA explores Fish Embryo Toxicity test as a humane alternative to fish toxicity testing for chemicals.

19 November 2024

ECHA Assesses Regulatory Needs for Low-Hazard Fluoride Salts, Recommends Monitoring and Potential Action on Endocrine Disruption

ECHA’s 2024 assessment on fluoride salts highlights potential endocrine risks in sodium fluoride, prompting further review.

19 November 2024

EU Confirms Environmental Concerns over Imidazolium Compounds

Evaluation of Imidazolium compounds (EC 931-745-8) reveals environmental risks in soil and sediment from industrial and consumer uses.

19 November 2024

Sweden Confirms Persistent and Bioaccumulative Hazards of Bis(isopropyl)naphthalene (DIPN)

Sweden’s Chemicals Agency classifies Bis(isopropyl)naphthalene (DIPN) as very persistent and bioaccumulative, sparking regulatory scrutiny and potential restrictions.

19 November 2024