Curated regulatory news and analysis to keep your business informed — Page 26 of 47
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
The Member State Committee unanimously approves the Hyalella Azteca (HYBIT) test as the new standard for bioaccumulation studies under REACH.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
ECHA report highlights regulatory concerns for carboxylic acids and polyethylenepolyamines with future restrictions likely.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·
The European Commission authorises the Taski-Room Care-Suma Family of biocidal products based on lactic acid for EU-wide use starting 31 October 2024.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Prior Informed Consent (PIC)·
The EU updates hazardous chemicals regulation, adding pesticides and industrial chemicals to protect health and the environment. Effective March 2025.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·
The Commission amends the authorisation for the Contec IPA biocidal product family, introducing administrative updates and pack size extensions.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Plant Protection Products Regulation·
The European Court of Justice overturned part of the EU Commission's non-renewal of mancozeb, citing reliance on outdated scientific data.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·
The European Council adopts the CLP revision, introducing new labelling and hazard classification rules to enhance chemical safety across the EU.
California·FIFRA·
EPA approves new sulfoxaflor label amendments for California, introducing buffer zones and protections for endangered species.
United States·FIFRA·
The US EPA has issued interim guidance expanding virucidal claims for antimicrobial pesticides, with a 10-year review period.
United States·FIFRA·
The EPA’s new framework addresses the growing threat of antibacterial and antifungal resistance linked to pesticide use.
United States·TSCA·
The EPA mandates testing of 6:2 Fluorotelomer Acrylate to assess potential health and environmental risks under the Toxic Substances Control Act.
United States·TSCA·
EPA delays PFAS reporting to 11 July 2025 to ensure software readiness, giving more time for accurate data submission under the new rule.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·
The EU invites public feedback on new hazardous battery waste regulations. Respond by 8 November 2024.
Global·
A new study from the European Commission urges a transition to animal-free testing methods for chemical safety, promoting efficiency and sustainability.
Global·
ChemSec's new report, A Profitable Detox, calls on the chemical industry to increase transparency, phase out hazardous chemicals, and develop safer alternatives.
European Economic Area·REACH·
The European Environmental Bureau (EEB) publishes an FAQ addressing key questions about the proposed EU PFAS ban.
United States·Clean Water Act·
EPA releases final water quality criteria for PFAS to protect aquatic life, addressing the harmful effects of PFOA and PFOS.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·
The EU has revised maximum residue levels for pesticides, including clopyralid and difenoconazole.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
The construction industry debates reclassifying recovered aggregates under REACH.
United States·Toxics Release Inventory (TRI)·
EPA proposes adding 16 PFAS and 15 categories to the Toxics Release Inventory to enhance reporting. Public comments are open for 60 days.