ECHA consults on SVHC listing of two substances

On 1 March 2024, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published a call for comments on proposals to identify two substances as Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC). The deadline for subtmitting...

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PFHxA to be restricted in the EU following vote of Member States

At a meeting of the European Commission’s REACH Committee on 29 February 2024, EU Member States voted in favour of a Commission Regulation restricting perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA), its salts and related...

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EU Co-Legislators Pave the Way for Tougher Measures against Ship Pollution

EU co-legislators reached a preliminary agreement on 15 February 2024 to update and strengthen fortify EU rules addressing pollution from ships navigating European waters. The agreement emphasizes the imposition of fines...

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EU Launches Consultation on BPA and Other Bisphenols in Food Contact Materials

On 9 February 2024, the European Commission announced a four-week consultation on a draft regulation aimed at strengthening the restriction of bisphenol A (BPA) in food contact materials (FCMs) and articles....

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Breakthrough Agreement to Ensure Cleaner Air in the EU

On 20 February 2024, negotiators from both the Parliament and the Council reached a preliminary political agreement focused on ensuring cleaner air within the EU. The overall objective is ambitious yet...

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Lithuania Moves to Amend Chemical Management Laws for Enhanced Safety and Environmental Protection 

The Lithuanian government has taken a significant step towards amending the country's chemical management laws, to strengthen safety and environmental protection measures related to chemicals and chemical mixtures. In a resolution...

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ECHA Publishes Guidance to Protect Bees from Biocides

On 14 February 2024, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published a comprehensive guidance document (Guidance on the assessment of risks to bees from the use of biocides) aimed at improving the...

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European Union Takes Steps to Phase Out Dental Amalgam

On 8 February 2024, negotiators from the European Parliament and the Council reached a provisional political agreement on the phasing out of dental amalgam. The agreement is in line with the...

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European Parliament Adopts New Exposure Limits for Lead and Diisocyanates

On 7 February 2024, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) approved new rules to minimise exposure to harmful substances in the workplace. The approved rules include updated exposure limits for lead,...

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ECHA Publishes Its Strategy Statement for 2024-2028: Focus on Chemical Safety Collaboration and Expertise

On 30 January 2024, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published its Strategy Statement for the years 2024-2028, emphasising its commitment to protecting human health and the environment through robust chemical safety...

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