Regulatory News & Updates - Page 31

EU Commission Renews Propiconazole for Biocides, Adds Limits

The fungicide has potential endocrine disrupting properties but non-renewal would have had a significant impact on society.

19 July 2024

EU Court Rules on Advertising Restrictions for Biocidal Products

The decision mandates that all advertising statements for biocidal products must accurately reflect their risks.

19 July 2024

EU Delays DEHP REACH Authorisation for Medical Devices to 2030

Industry gets more time to make a gradual shift to DEHP-free medical devices.

19 July 2024

EU Synthetic Polymer Microparticles Ban in Cosmetics: Key Guidance Released

The document offers a step-by-step approach to determine if a polymer falls within the scope of the restriction and how to comply with the new requirements.

19 July 2024

EU to Update Surface Water Pollutants Watch List in 2024

The EU plans to revise its watch list of surface water pollutants in 2024 to better monitor and control chemical risks.

19 July 2024

European Commission Updates REACH Restrictions Roadmap

The updated Roadmap addresses regulatory actions for PVC and other substances to enhance health and environmental safety across the EU.

19 July 2024

New EU Guidelines for Recycled Plastic Bottles

This legislation mandates significant increases in the recycled plastic content of single-use plastic beverage bottles.

19 July 2024

Von der Leyen Calls for Action on REACH and PFAS

As von der Leyen's new term begins, the EU faces significant challenges in balancing industrial competitiveness with environmental sustainability.

19 July 2024

EPA Proposes Interim Registration Review Decision for Malathion

Stakeholders and interested parties can submit their feedback during the 60-day public comment period.

18 July 2024

European Commission Adopts New Biodegradability Criteria for Polymers in Fertilising Products

The regulation stipulates that these new criteria will come into effect from 17 October 2028.

18 July 2024

European Commission Reports on Workshop on Phasing Out Animal Testing

The workshop featured presentations and discussions from a wide range of stakeholders.

17 July 2024

IARC Evaluates Carcinogenicity of Talc and Acrylonitrile

Talc, widely used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food processing, is classified as "probably carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2A).

16 July 2024

EPA Announces New Measures for Pesticide Spray Drift

All petitions for new active ingredients seeking initial U.S. registration must include a detailed human health spray drift assessment.

16 July 2024

Canada Proposes Stricter Regulations on PFAS

Initial steps will restrict PFAS in firefighting foams, with further regulations for other uses based on socio-economic factors and available alternatives.

15 July 2024

Rhode Island Bans PFAS in Consumer Products

From 1 January 2027, the manufacture, sale, and distribution of covered products containing intentionally added PFAS will be prohibited within the state.

15 July 2024

European Commission Updates Stakeholders on Critical FCM Changes

The adoption of the regulation is expected by November this year, with the entry into force by the end of the year.

15 July 2024

EPA Grants Petition to Regulate PFAS Formed During Plastic Fluorination

The regulation of PFAS in plastic fluorination is expected to have wide-reaching implications for industries relying on fluorinated plastic containers.

15 July 2024

EPA Releases Draft Opinion on Methomyl's Impact on Wildlife

The FWS draft BiOp concludes that the use of methomyl, as currently registered, is likely to jeopardize 82 listed species and adversely modify 34 critical habitats.

15 July 2024

Patient receiving a filling from a dentist

EU Implements Stricter Regulations on Mercury Usage to Protect Health and the Environment

‍Starting 1 January 2025, the use of dental amalgam will be largely prohibited within the EU.

15 July 2024

Companies Pay $1mn Civil Penalties in Alleged Violation of Clean Air Act

Additionally, the companies will upgrade equipment to cut emissions, perform regular compliance checks, and speed up leak repairs.

15 July 2024