ECHA report highlights potential risks from PVC additives and microparticle release

On 22 November 2023, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published an investigation report on PVC and PVC additives. The investigation was carried out by ECHA at the request of the European...

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EU prepares to certify carbon removal to help tackle climate change

In an effort to achieve net-zero emissions by the middle of the century, the European Commission is planning to propose a system for certifying the removal of carbon dioxide from the...

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SCCS publishes final opinions on cosmetic ingredients

Following the latest meeting of EU’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) on 26 October 2023 the Committee published its final opinions on the fragrance benzyl salicylate, the preservative butylparaben, the...

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Swedish Chemicals Agency adds 5700 PFAS substances to PRIO database

On 15 November 2023, the Swedish Chemicals Agency (KEMI) expanded its PRIO database by adding 5700 new per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). This update brings the total number of PFAS substances...

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ECHA outlines research priorities for the regulation of hazardous chemicals

On 15 November 2023, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published a news report that identifies areas where research is needed to protect human health and the environment. The report entitled "Key...

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ECHA recommends more transparency in trade of hazardous chemicals

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published its third report on the operation of the Prior Informed Consent (PIC) Regulation in October 2023. In the report, ECHA recommends more transparency in the...

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EU SCCS seeks feedback on hair dye chemicals hydroxypropyl p-phenylenediamine and its dihydrochloride salt

On November 7, 2023, the European Union's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) released a preliminary opinion on the use of hydroxypropyl p-phenylenediamine and its dihydrochloride salt in oxidative hair colourants....

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EU notifies WTO of proposed Regulation on fluorinated greenhouse gases

On 9 November 2023, the European Commission notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a proposed regulation to reduce emissions of fluorinated greenhouse gases (Proposal for a Regulation of the...

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ECHA investigation reveals CMR substances in childcare products

Nov-08-2023

CMRs

On 31 October 2023, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published an investigation report on the use and presence of CMR 1A or 1B substances in childcare products. The report was prepared...

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Reuse recycle and reduce: EU proposes comprehensive new laws to reduce packaging waste

On 24 October 2023, the MEPs on the EU’s Environment Committee (ENVI) took a stand on a draft regulation that would set standards for the whole life cycle of packaging from...

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