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Manufacturing lubricants

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·22 Oct 2024

Regulatory Assessment Of Linear Aliphatic Dicarboxylic Acids (C≥8) And Their Salts

ECHA's latest report on linear aliphatic dicarboxylic acids finds no immediate need for regulatory actions, ensuring their safe use in various industries.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·22 Oct 2024

Meeting room office

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·22 Oct 2024

MSC To Continue Discussions On Substance Prioritisation Approach For Authorisation List

MSC reviews its substance prioritisation approach for the Authorisation List, with discussions to continue in December 2024, aimed at enhancing regulatory efficiency.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·22 Oct 2024

Hyalella Azteca amphipod

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·22 Oct 2024

MSC Endorses Hyalella Azteca Test For Bioaccumulation Studies Under 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·22 Oct 2024

Colourful textiles

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·22 Oct 2024

ECHA Identifies Regulatory Needs For Reaction Products Of Carboxylic Acids And Polyethylenepolyamines

ECHA report highlights regulatory concerns for carboxylic acids and polyethylenepolyamines with future restrictions likely.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·22 Oct 2024

Cat in a vet's office

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·22 Oct 2024

EU Grants Authorisation To Taski-Room Care-Suma Biocidal Family Based On Lactic Acid

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·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·22 Oct 2024

Shipping chemicals

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Prior Informed Consent (PIC)·22 Oct 2024

EU Expands List Of Prior Informed Consent (PIC) Chemicals In 2024 Regulation Update

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·Prior Informed Consent (PIC)·22 Oct 2024

Contec IPA product family

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·22 Oct 2024

European Commission Approves Changes To Contec IPA Biocidal Product Family Authorisation

The Commission amends the authorisation for the Contec IPA biocidal product family, introducing administrative updates and pack size extensions.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·22 Oct 2024

Spraying fungicides

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Plant Protection Products Regulation·22 Oct 2024

EU Court Overturns Commission's Decision On Mancozeb Renewal Based On Flawed Evidence

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·Plant Protection Products Regulation·22 Oct 2024

Chemical pictograms

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·17 Oct 2024

Council Adopts 2024 CLP Revision To Strengthen Chemical Safety

The European Council adopts the CLP revision, introducing new labelling and hazard classification rules to enhance chemical safety across the EU.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·17 Oct 2024

4 batteries

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·17 Oct 2024

EU Seeks Public Feedback On New Hazardous Battery Waste Regulations

The EU invites public feedback on new hazardous battery waste regulations. Respond by 8 November 2024.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·17 Oct 2024

European Economic Area·REACH·16 Oct 2024

EEB Releases FAQ On Proposed EU PFAS Ban

The European Environmental Bureau (EEB) publishes an FAQ addressing key questions about the proposed EU PFAS ban.

European Economic Area·REACH·16 Oct 2024

Honey

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·9 Oct 2024

EU Introduces New Maximum Residue Levels For Pesticides And Low-Risk Substances

The EU has revised maximum residue levels for pesticides, including clopyralid and difenoconazole.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·9 Oct 2024

Demolished building

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·9 Oct 2024

Fieldfisher's Legal Opinion On REACH: The Case For Recovered Aggregates As Articles

The construction industry debates reclassifying recovered aggregates under REACH.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·9 Oct 2024

Textiles

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·9 Oct 2024

EU Publishes Comprehensive Guide On Ecodesign For Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)

The European Commission has published a comprehensive FAQ document for the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·9 Oct 2024

Tractor spraying pesticides

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Plant Protection Products Regulation·9 Oct 2024

Mayors' Collective Challenges EU’s Glyphosate Renewal In Court

Environmental groups challenge the European Commission's glyphosate renewal in court, citing procedural flaws and health risks.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Plant Protection Products Regulation·9 Oct 2024

Brewery

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·9 Oct 2024

EU Approves Divosan PAA Biocidal Products For Safe Use In Multiple Sectors

EU grants approval for Divosan PAA biocidal products across multiple industries. Effective 23 October 2024.‍

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·9 Oct 2024

Fibre treatments

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·9 Oct 2024

EU Approves Silver Zinc Zeolite For Use In Biocidal Products Across Three Product Types

The EU approves silver zinc zeolite for biocidal products in types 2, 7, and 9, effective March 2026, with specific conditions to enhance safety and efficacy.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·9 Oct 2024

EU Commission

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·9 Oct 2024

EU Ombudsman Probes Delays In Chemical Risk Management Under REACH Regulation

Ombudsman probes delays in chemical restrictions under REACH, highlighting administrative challenges.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·9 Oct 2024

ECHA Releases ARN Report On Alpha Amino Acids And Salts

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·8 Oct 2024

ECHA Releases ARN Report On Alpha Amino Acids And Salts

The report concludes no regulatory action is needed, ensuring the safe use of these substances in consumer and industrial products.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·8 Oct 2024

ECHA building

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·8 Oct 2024

ECHA Streamlines Fees For Joint Authorisation Applications In New Decision

ECHA will only issue one administrative charge for joint authorisation applications.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·8 Oct 2024

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