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EU Cracks Down On Hazardous Substances With New Ecodesign Regulation
The regulation focuses on ensuring transparency and safety concerning hazardous substances in products.
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European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)·
EU Seeks Feedback On Proposed Dechlorane Plus Regulation
This draft regulation, reflecting decisions from the May 2023 Stockholm Convention, aims to prohibit or restrict dechlorane plus use within the EU.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Prior Informed Consent (PIC)·
European Commission Prohibits Future Imports Of Terbufos
Terbufos has been recognised as a hazardous chemical under the Rotterdam Convention, which requires prior informed consent for its international trade.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Plant Protection Products Regulation·
European Union Renews Approval Of Metconazole As Candidate For Substitution
The renewed approval of metconazole will come into effect on 1 September 2024 and will be valid until 31 August 2031.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
Finnish Safety And Chemicals Agency Confirms Environmental Concerns Over Diuron
The evaluation confirms that Diuron poses a confirmed risk of endocrine disruption to the environment.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
HFE-7500 Substance Evaluation Concludes
The assessment supports the inclusion of HFE-7500 under the proposed universal restriction PFAS at the EU level.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·
Inspectors To Check Classification And Labelling Of Mixtures In Products
The REF-14 project is set to be prepared in 2025, with inspections expected to begin in 2026.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
Spain Suggests REACH Restriction For 4-Nonylphenol, Branched
The Spanish Ministry concluded that there is a critical need for regulatory actions to manage the risks associated with 4-nonylphenol, branched.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
Court Rejects Appeal In Cruelty Free Europe's Case Against ECHA
The Court found that CFE's appeal did not meet the necessary criteria to proceed.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
ECHA Proposes New Regulations For Silver And Silver Compounds
Several silver compounds have been identified as potential reproductive toxins.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
PMC Vlissingen Netherlands Challenges European Commission On DBTO Regulation
This case highlights the ongoing debates and disagreements between chemical companies and regulatory authorities over the safety classifications of substances.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
ECHA Board Of Appeal Dismisses Jungbunzlauer Ladenburg GmbH's Appeal
The board concluded that Jungbunzlauer Ladenburg GmbH's registration dossier remained non-compliant with the necessary information requirements.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
REF-10 Workshop Reveals Persistent Challenges In EU Chemical Compliance
A significant 81% of participants recognised the presence of "free riders" who avoid compliance duties.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·
ECHA Report Highlights Health Risks Of 1,2-Dichloroethane In Consumer Goods
ECHA finds existing regulations address EDC risks in articles, so no new restrictions are needed. Continued monitoring and enforcement are essential.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·
ECHA Streamlines Biocides Consultations
ECHA's new consultation process ensures thorough assessment of hazardous substances, aiming to identify and utilise safer alternatives whenever possible.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)·
Proposed Inclusion Of Methoxychlor In EU Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Regulation
The Commission has opened a public consultation period ending on 27 June 2024.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Plant Protection Products Regulation·
EU Introduces New Regulation On Safeners And Synergists In Plant Protection Products
The new regulation sets up a structured program for the gradual review of safeners and synergists already on the market.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)·
EU Commission Rejects Authorisation Of BOMBEX® PEBBYS® CS Over Health Concerns
France and Germany cited health risks from manufacturing and harmful substances, including isocyanates and PBT/vPvB chemicals, in the biocidal product.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
EU Imposes Stricter Regulations On Siloxanes
From 6 June 2026, D4, D5, and D6 cannot be marketed as substances, constituents, or in mixtures with concentrations ≥0.1% by weight, with certain exemptions.
European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·
ECHA Expands Chromium(VI) Restriction Scope
In response to the expanded scope, the deadline for completing the Annex XV restriction dossier has been extended from 12 to 18 months.
