Regulatory News & Updates - Page 25

VA to Assess Links Between PFAS Exposure and Kidney Cancer in Veterans

The VA is assessing potential links between military PFAS exposure and kidney cancer.

8 October 2024

Draghi Report Sparks Debate on Chemical Regulations: Fluoropolymers in the Spotlight

Debate sparks over Mario Draghi's report on EU competitiveness, highlighting tensions between chemical regulations, innovation, and environmental safety.

25 September 2024

ECHA Considers Regulatory Action on Alkoxysilyl Carbamates

Find out how Alkoxysilyl Carbamates may face new regulatory actions from ECHA due to potential health and environmental risks.

25 September 2024

EEA Report Highlights PFAS in Textiles as a Barrier to Europe’s Circular Economy

The EEA's latest report underscores the environmental and health risks of PFAS in textiles, threatening Europe's circular economy goals.

25 September 2024

EFSA Proposes New Qualification System for Nanomaterials Risk Assessment Using New Approach Methodologies (NAMs)

EFSA introduces a new qualification system for New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) in nanomaterial risk assessment.

25 September 2024

EPA Updates Existing Stocks Provisions for Chlorpyrifos Product "Bifenchlor"

The EPA amends provisions for Kaizen's chlorpyrifos product "Bifenchlor," allowing limited sale and use until 2025.

25 September 2024

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EPA Concludes Tris(2-chloroethyl) Phosphate (TCEP) Poses Unreasonable Risks to Health and Environment

The EPA’s final risk evaluation for Tris(2-chloroethyl) Phosphate (TCEP) reveals serious health and environmental risks.

25 September 2024

EPA Proposes Registration of New Pesticide Active Ingredient Glycerol Formate for Hospital Use

The EPA proposes the registration of Glycerol Formate, a new active ingredient for hospital disinfectants and sanitizers.

25 September 2024

Chlorpyrifos Use on Asparagus to End as EPA Accepts Voluntary Amendment

The EPA announces Gharda Chemicals International, Inc.'s request to end the use of chlorpyrifos on asparagus.

25 September 2024

EU Court Rules on Labelling Obligations for Cosmetic Products Sold Online

EU Court rules that national labelling laws for cosmetics sold online fall outside the e-commerce directive, reinforcing consumer protection.

25 September 2024

EU Introduces New REACH Test Methods

Discover the latest updates in chemical testing regulations with new in vitro methods and reduced reliance on animal testing.

25 September 2024

EU Launches Public Consultation on Roadmap to Phase Out Animal Testing in Chemical Safety

The European Commission opens public consultation on its roadmap to phase out animal testing in chemical safety assessments, with plans to implement the strategy by 2026.

25 September 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.

25 September 2024

European Commission Opens Feedback on New Battery Recycling Regulation

Open for feedback until 18 October 2024, the regulation aims to ensure safe recycling processes and material recovery.

25 September 2024

General Court Upholds ECHA Decision in Polynt SpA Compliance Case

General Court upholds ECHA's decision requiring Polynt SpA to provide safety data under REACH, reinforcing compliance obligations even after production ceases.

25 September 2024

New Study Raises Concerns About the Safety of BPA Alternatives

A newly released study warns that BPA alternatives may pose similar environmental risks.

25 September 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.

17 September 2024

ECHA Evaluates Regulatory Needs for Esters from Dicarboxylic Acids and Ethoxylated Alcohols

ECHA assesses esters from dicarboxylic acids for environmental risks, finding potential aquatic toxicity but no need for immediate EU-wide regulatory actions.

11 September 2024

ECHA Proposes Stricter Regulations for Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂) and Crystalline Silica

ECHA proposes regulations on Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂) and silicon compounds, highlighting health risks and widespread use in industries like construction and cosmetics.

11 September 2024

Eggshell Powder Fails Approval for Use in Plant Protection

Eggshell powder not approved by EU for plant protection, citing health risks. Future applications with safer specs may gain approval.

11 September 2024