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🔍 The Headlines in Focus
🧴 Health Canada’s Chemical Regulation Overhaul
Health Canada’s 2024-2026 plan updates chemical safety standards, adopting the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for labelling, tightening toxic substance controls, and refining regulations around emissions. These changes aim to improve public health and environmental protection while aligning Canada with global standards.
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🔍 EU Study Reveals REACH Assessment Gaps
A Stockholm University report highlights gaps in EU REACH’s essential use criteria, finding that data limitations and vague guidelines hinder effective categorisation of harmful substances. The study urges clearer guidance to improve chemical safety and streamline assessments.
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🐜 EPA Considers New Insecticide, Veratrine
The U.S. EPA may approve veratrine for targeted pest control on building exteriors, offering minimal environmental impact. While effective against various pests, veratrine’s use would be strictly controlled to ensure safety and prevent harm to pollinators and other non-target species.
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🌾 EU Extends Key Pesticide Approvals
The EU has extended approval periods for 13 active substances essential to plant protection until 2027, citing delays in risk assessments. This move ensures continuity for farmers while aligning with the EU’s rigorous safety standards.
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🌱 Herbicide Tritosulfuron Phased Out in EU
The EU will withdraw tritosulfuron by May 2025 due to unresolved safety concerns. Member States must end authorisations by this date, with a phase-out by November 2025, reflecting the EU’s precautionary approach to public and environmental safety.
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