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🔍 Headlines in Focus
The Biden-Harris Administration, via the EPA, has finalized a rule to address the environmental and health concerns of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). This rule prohibits the manufacture or processing of 329 inactive PFAS without EPA's thorough review and risk assessment. It aims to close a loophole that previously allowed these chemicals to be used without proper checks, ensuring rigorous safety evaluations for any future use.
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Turkey has extended KKDIK registration deadlines for chemical substances. The new deadlines, ranging from 31 December, 2026, to December 31, 2030, vary based on the substance's hazard classification and production/import tonnage. This amendment provides additional time for companies to comply with the regulations, encouraging joint registration processes and ongoing stakeholder engagement.
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The EPA has introduced a new framework for assessing eye irritation in chemicals, emphasizing non-animal testing methods for better human relevance. This initiative under TSCA aims for ethical, efficient, and consistent risk assessments, reducing animal testing and expediting chemical evaluations.
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ECHA awarded a €4.2 million contract to Fraunhofer Gesellschaft for developing New Approach Methodologies (NAM) tools for hazard identification in chemicals. This initiative will focus on generating "omics" data and improving hazard assessment methodologies for chemicals, including polymers and nanoforms.
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Canada proposes a new reporting initiative under CEPA for plastic products from 2024-2026. The Section 46 notice will require detailed data on plastic manufacturing and management, encompassing a wide range of products and resins across various industries. The aim is to enhance environmental sustainability and transparency in plastic product management. Key reporting requirements include online submission through the Federal Plastics Registry and adherence to specific deadlines.
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