European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·
Regulatory Review Suggests Limited Need For Further Action On Lactate Esters
ECHA's assessment finds no current need for additional regulatory actions on lactate esters.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
Call For Evidence On Asbestos Fibres In Natural Minerals And Products
Contribute to the call for evidence on asbestos fibres by 16th October 2024. Help assess risks of unintentional asbestos in products and materials.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
Austria Proposes New Substance As SVHC Due To Reproductive Toxicity
The proposal to list Tetra-PSCA as an SVHC is now open for public comment until 14 October 2024.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
Norway Proposes Octamethyltrisiloxane As A REACH SVHC
ECHA has opened a public consultation on the proposal, with a deadline for submitting comments set for 14 October 2024.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
Belgium Proposes Perfluamine As A Substance Of Very High Concern
Stakeholders, including industry, environmental groups, and the public, are invited to submit comments by 14 October 2024.
Great Britain·GB CLP·
Health And Safety Executive Seeks Feedback On GB CLP Regulation
Businesses can access the survey on the HSE website, with submissions closing at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, 18 September 2024.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·GB Biocidal Products Regulation·
Planned Removal Of Entries From GB BPR Article 95 List
All suppliers are urged to act promptly to ensure compliance and maintain their status on the GB Article 95 list.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·
EU Grants Union Authorisation To ClearKlens Wipes
ClearKlens wipes have received EU approval for their effective disinfecting properties, ensuring compliance with safety standards across Europe.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Plant Protection Products Regulation·
European Commission Renews Approval Of Captan With New Restrictions
Discover the European Commission's renewal of captan with new safety measures and restrictions for agricultural use.
European Economic Area·CLP·
BAuA Calls For Stricter Controls On n-Hexane To Protect Consumer Health
German authority urges stricter n-hexane regulations due to neurotoxicity and reproductive risks.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Releases Draft Environmental Exposure Assessment For DINP Under TSCA
DINP is commonly found in consumer products such as adhesives, coatings, synthetic rubbers, and various plastic materials.
Malta·Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)·
Malta Updates RoHS Regulations For Hazardous Substances In Electronics
From 28 May 2026, recovered rigid PVC from electronic windows and doors can only be used for new articles in specific categories per the regulations.
United States·FIFRA·
EPA Announces New Guidelines For Antimicrobial Efficacy Against Legionella In Cooling Towers
The guidance stresses robust testing to ensure antimicrobial products effectively reduce Legionella in cooling tower systems.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
ANSES Evaluates Tris(4-Nonylphenyl) Phosphite As Environmental Endocrine Disruptor
Manufacturers and users may face strict new regulations, including potential restrictions on the substance's use in consumer products.
Great Britain·
Asbestos Risks And Mesothelioma: New Report Highlights Decline In Deaths
Mesothelioma, a lung-lining cancer linked to asbestos exposure, is nearly always fatal, often within 12 months of symptoms appearing.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
Barium Chromate Under Scrutiny As REACH SVHC
Its applications range from the production of pigments, where it is known as Pigment Yellow 31, to its use in explosives, coatings, and adhesives.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
BASF's REACH Tonnage Downgrade Appeal Succeeds
The Board of Appeal found in favour of BASF, concluding that the ECHA had breached its duty to examine each case individually.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·
Biofa GmbH Vs. European Chemicals Agency: Board Of Appeal Decision
The dispute began when Armosa Tech SA sought to share costs to be included in the Article 95 list.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·
ECHA's 2024-2028 Strategy: Tackling Key Regulatory Challenges In Chemical Safety
This strategy aims to advance chemical safety through science, collaboration, and knowledge, emphasising the protection of human health and the environment.
Great Britain·GB Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)·
Environment Agency's Updated Guidance On POPs In Lead Acid Batteries
Businesses handling lead acid batteries are now required to implement stricter controls to ensure compliance with the latest standards.