Regulatory News & Updates - Page 40

EU Commission to Update PIC List in 2024

The Commission's adoption of the draft act planned for the second quarter of 2024.

31 January 2024

DSM Nutritional Products GmbH Challenges European Chemicals Agency's Decision

The appellant asserts that the eMSCA delivered their assessment later than the regulation requires.

31 January 2024

European Court Rules Against ExxonMobil in Phenanthrene Case

The case centred on the inclusion of the chemical substance phenanthrene into the REACH Candidate List.

31 January 2024

EPA Announces Public Comment Period for Draft Updates to Scientific Integrity Policy

The EPA values external input on its Scientific Integrity Policy and is open to incorporating public feedback into the final revised policy.

31 January 2024

GB Biocide Substance Renewal Deadlines Approaching

Failure to submit renewal applications at least 550 days before the expiry of the current approval will result in the removal of these substances from the market.

31 January 2024

EU Sees Surge in Hazardous Chemicals Trade Following Benzene Regulation Changes

The ECHA reports a significant increase in the import and export of hazardous chemicals in the EU after benzene regulation updates.

31 January 2024

EPA Launches Advanced Test for 6PPD-quinone

This development is part of the EPA's broader initiative to assess the environmental impact of 6PPD-quinone and its derivatives.

31 January 2024

EPA Announces Webinar on Chemical Safety Evaluation

This session will focus on the evaluation process for acetaldehyde, acrylonitrile, benzenamine, MBOCA, and vinyl chloride under TSCA.

31 January 2024

Jar of plastic straws in different colours

EU Court Rules on Oxo-Degradable Plastics Dispute

The court case underscored a significant debate on environmental policy and the scientific assessment of plastic biodegradability.

31 January 2024

ECHA Evaluates Regulatory Needs for Polyphenylalkanes_alkenes

The report raises concerns about high potential exposure when used as plasticisers in polymer preparations in professional and consumer uses.

30 January 2024

European Chemicals Agency Unveils Ambitious Strategy for 2024-2028

ECHA outlines an expansion of its legal mandate, primarily influenced by the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability and the EU Green Deal.

30 January 2024

European Court Upholds Commission's Regulation on Carbendazim in Biocidal Products

Carbendazim, a systemic fungicide, has been at the centre of environmental and health concerns.

30 January 2024

EU Policy Framework on Biobased Plastics: Insights for a Sustainable Future

Explore the EU Policy Framework on biobased, biodegradable, and compostable plastics for a sustainable plastic economy.

29 January 2024

Annual Reporting of PIC Chemicals Exports and Imports for 2023 Now Open

Submit your annual reports on the export and import of PIC chemicals during 2023 by the 31st of March, 2024.

29 January 2024

EPA Seeks Input for Farmworker Pesticide Safety Program

Discover how the EPA's new initiative aims to enhance pesticide safety for farmworkers.

29 January 2024

European Bioplastics Raises Concerns Over EU Policy Framework on Bioplastics

EUBP addresses the shortcomings of the EU policy framework on biobased, biodegradable, and compostable plastics.

29 January 2024

Key Outcomes of the December REACH Committee Meeting

Get an in-depth analysis of the key outcomes from the REACH Committee meeting and their implications for businesses.

29 January 2024

18% of Consumer Products are Non-Compliant with EU Chemical Laws

The illegal items include electrical devices, sports equipment, children's toys and fashion products.

24 January 2024

4-tert-OPnEO Authorised for Use as an Emulsifier in a Silicone Oil Emulsion

This application is vital for the siliconisation of pre-filled syringes in medicinal products.

24 January 2024

Outside swimming pool with algae on the surface

Active Substance No Longer Supported in GB

Learn about the active substance no longer supported in GB and the upcoming renewal submission deadlines.

24 January 2024