Discover the proposal to classify formaldehyde as an SVHC, its industrial uses, associated risks, and how industries can prepare for regulatory changes.
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Feb 2025
France has passed a law banning PFAS in cosmetics, textiles, and ski waxes by 2026, with further restrictions by 2030.
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The EU has reached a provisional agreement on revising the Waste Framework Directive, introducing Extended Producer Responsibility for textiles and binding food waste reduction targets.
ECHA's latest assessment confirms no regulatory risk management actions are needed for inorganic carboxylates. Learn how this impacts manufacturers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.
Japan has adopted the Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC) implementation plan, impacting chemical management across industries.
Slovenia has proposed n-hexane as an SVHC under REACH due to its neurotoxic risks.
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IARC has classified PFOA as carcinogenic (Group 1) and PFOS as possibly carcinogenic (Group 2B). Learn how this impacts manufacturers, supply chains, and regulatory compliance.
The EU’s 2025 Work Programme will introduce a chemicals industry package in Q4 2025, aiming to simplify compliance, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance digital reporting.
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The EU Commission is taking legal action against 27 Member States for failing to transpose key directives. Learn why.
A Swedish investigation finds excessive lead, phthalates, and cadmium in 21% of tested seasonal products. Learn about compliance risks and regulatory actions.
Canada proposes new regulations on chlorinated alkanes, restricting their manufacture, import, and use. Businesses must act before the April 2025 consultation deadline.
Canada adds chlorhexidine to CEPA’s toxic substances list, impacting manufacturers and chemical users. Learn about compliance risks and industry adjustments.
A report finds 86% of food samples contaminated with plastic chemicals, raising concerns over regulatory standards and risks for manufacturers.
New AICIS chemical assessments impact manufacturing. Learn about compliance deadlines, risks, and opportunities for sustainability.
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EU revises pollutant standards under the Water Framework Directive, affecting PFAS, diclofenac, and pesticides. Learn the risks and opportunities for manufacturers.
Discover how EU e-commerce reforms impact chemical regulations. Learn key deadlines, compliance steps, and opportunities for manufacturers.
EU Advocate General Ćapeta calls for revisiting the annulment of titanium dioxide’s carcinogen classification. Learn what this means for the chemicals industry.
EU enforcement reveals compliance gaps in restricted substances for cosmetics, with PFAS and siloxanes under scrutiny.
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Jan 2025
Authorities issued 80% written advice, 6% orders, and escalated severe cosmetic non-compliance cases to prosecutors.
ECHA’s 2025–2027 plan advances chemical safety, sustainability, IT integration, and alternatives to animal testing, supporting EU goals.
Stay informed on ECHA's regulatory update on non-cyclic carboxylic acid anhydrides. Learn how it impacts the chemicals industry and your business strategy.
ECHA's new assessment on quaternary ammonium compounds may have future impacts on disinfectants, pest control, and personal care products.
EU updates evaluation of PFHxA and PFHpA under PFAS regulation, highlighting environmental and health risks.
Explore the EU's 2025 report on chemicals regulation, highlighting challenges and strategies for enhancing competitiveness and sustainability.
Discover the EU's initiative to reduce PFAS in healthcare, promoting sustainable alternatives and environmental safety.
Discover the potential reproductive health risks of HHCB and the EU's regulatory response.
European Commission corrects hydrofluorocarbon reference values for compliance. Learn more about the changes and their impact.
Discover how the Netherlands is enhancing food safety with new amendments to the Commodities Act Regulation.
Discover the latest UK HSE notice on EU biocides regulation changes affecting Northern Ireland.
A Congressional hearing reviews the Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act, highlighting EPA delays, industry concerns, and public health protection needs.
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Learn about the EU's new regulation setting maximum residue levels for fluxapyroxad, lambda-cyhalothrin, metalaxyl, and nicotine in food products.
Discover ECHA's latest report on short chain quaternary ammonium compounds, highlighting uses, risks, and regulatory needs.
ECHA proposes new regulations for quaternary ammonium compounds to mitigate environmental and health risks.
Discover the ECHA's assessment of quaternised alcohol amines, highlighting uses, risks, and proposed regulatory actions.
Discover the latest ECHA update adding five hazardous chemicals to the Candidate List. Learn about supplier obligations and safety measures.
EPA releases draft scope for vinyl chloride risk evaluation under TSCA. Public comments invited until 3 March 2025.
Discover the SCCS's new safety limits for methyl salicylate in children's cosmetics. Learn how these changes ensure safer products for young children.
Learn how a coalition of states supports the EPA's PFAS regulations through an amicus brief, emphasising public health protection.
Discover how the EPA's registration of veratrine ensures safe pest control on vertical surfaces.
FDA revokes FD&C Red No. 3 due to cancer risks. Learn about the implications for food and drug safety.
Explore the CEO's report alleging corporate lobbying against EU PFAS restrictions. Discover the claims, implications, and calls for transparency.
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Learn about the EPA's final TSCA risk evaluation for DINP, its health risks for workers, and upcoming regulatory actions to ensure safety.
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Discover EFSA's latest findings on emerging plant health threats in December 2024, highlighting critical pests and diseases impacting European agriculture.
Discover how the EU's anti-dumping duties on Chinese tyres aim to protect local industries from market distortions.
EU Court dismisses Commission's appeal, ensuring public access to EFSA's plant protection guidance.
Discover the EPA's interim registration review decision for ethylene oxide, addressing safety and regulatory concerns.
ECHA assesses tert-alkyl/aryl peroxyesters for reproductive and aquatic toxicity risks, urging regulatory actions.
Discover the new EU guidelines for drinking water safety, ensuring public health through stringent testing and approval processes.
Discover OEKO-TEX®'s 2025 standards enhancing sustainability and transparency in the textile and leather industries.
FDA declares multiple Food Contact Notifications ineffective due to production discontinuation, affecting fluoropolymers, resins, and adhesives.
The EU has adopted a regulation to counter trade distortions in China’s lysine sector, safeguarding fair competition and EU industry sustainability.
Discover why the SCCS considers Salicylic Acid unsafe for children in certain cosmetics. Learn about the risks, recommendations, and public consultation process.
Discover how the EU’s Regulation (EU) 2025/33 provides a temporary exemption for high-GWP refrigeration equipment, ensuring supply continuity during the transition to eco-friendly alternatives.
EU opens consultation on revising lead exemptions in high melting temperature solders under the RoHS Directive. Feedback ends 10 Feb 2025.
The EU proposes exemptions for lead in steel, aluminium, and copper under the RoHS Directive. Feedback is open until 10 February 2025.
Discover the EU's updated proposal for lead exemptions in electronics under the RoHS Directive. Learn how this initiative supports innovation and sustainability.
SCCS recommends reducing Butylparaben concentration in children’s cosmetic products to 0.028% due to safety concerns.
Learn about Japan’s new regulations on Dechlorane Plus, which will take effect in February 2025. Public feedback is open until 25 January 2025.
The SCCS deems HC Red No. 18 safe for use in hair dye formulations at specified concentrations. Learn more about the committee's findings and their implications for the cosmetics industry.
The EPA announces interim decisions for chlorothalonil, thiophanate-methyl, and carbendazim, outlining updated safety measures to address human health and ecological risks.
Discover why the EU has imposed anti-dumping duties on titanium dioxide imports from China, protecting its industry from unfair competition.
AmCham EU urges the European Commission to simplify REACH regulations, proposing science-based policies, enforcement reforms, and streamlined data requirements to boost EU competitiveness.
The EPA proposes updated emission standards for the polyether polyols industry, aiming to cut hazardous pollutants like ethylene oxide and enhance public health protection.
Japan invites public input on proposed updates to chemical substance exemptions under the CSCL. Share your feedback by 3 February 2025.
EPA finalises new rules for substances like soybean meal phosphoric trichloride and calcium propionate complexes under TSCA, effective March 2025. Learn more.
German agriculture alliance challenges EU decision on Fluopyram approval extension, citing regulatory violations and health risks.
The EPA invites public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service's draft Biological Opinion for carbaryl. Submit feedback by February 6, 2025, to help shape pesticide regulations.
EU adds 40 hazardous chemicals to PIC Regulation for export control starting 1 March 2025.
The EPA proposes safety measures for C.I. Pigment Violet 29 to reduce health risks. Learn about the new regulations, costs, and public comment opportunities.
UK takes a bold step to safeguard pollinators, moving to ban harmful neonicotinoid pesticides and support sustainable farming practices.
The EPA’s draft evaluation finds risks to workers from DCHP exposure. Share your input by 10 March 2025, to influence future regulatory decisions.
The EU Council adopts its position to prevent plastic pellet losses, reducing microplastic pollution by up to 74%.
EPA’s final risk evaluation reveals that formaldehyde poses significant risks to workers and consumers. Learn about the findings and upcoming regulations.
The EPA’s final evaluation of DIDP highlights significant workplace health risks, particularly for female workers exposed to spray-applied adhesives and paints.
The EU invites feedback on the updated plant protection product labelling regulation until 3 February 2025. Share your views to shape the final regulation.
The EPA adds nine PFAS to the Toxics Release Inventory for 2025, improving transparency and chemical management reporting across the U.S.
The EU bans Bisphenol A (BPA) in food contact materials due to health risks. Learn about its uses, dangers, and the transition to safer alternatives.
These six substances, including Octamethyltrisiloxane, are widely used in cosmetics, industrial applications, and coatings but face new requirements due to environmental risks.
Dec 2024
Learn about Canada's updated formaldehyde regulations to protect public health, align with U.S. standards, and streamline industry compliance.
Canada amends its Domestic Substances List to include stricter controls on Methylenediphenyl Diamine substances, aiming to reduce health and environmental risks through regulatory oversight.
On 18 December 2024, the EPA designated five High-Priority chemicals for risk evaluation under TSCA and initiated review of five others.
Learn how the Australian Government’s Independent Review on PFAS contamination delivers crucial reforms to support communities around Defence bases. Discover key recommendations.
The UK REACH agency releases its final opinion on lead ammunition restrictions, focusing on environmental and health risks while outlining phased bans and exceptions.
Italy concludes its evaluation of Pigment Yellow 65 (PY65) under the REACH framework, highlighting its environmental risks and future regulatory needs.
Learn about ECHA’s evaluation of EBTBP, a flame retardant flagged for its environmental persistence and potential health risks, and the ongoing regulatory review process.
ECHA evaluates risks of 4-OPnEO and 4-NPnEO in articles like coatings and glass, aiming for potential EU-wide restrictions to protect the environment.
Participate in ECHA's consultation on microplastics reporting under REACH. Submit your input by 20 January 2025 to shape regulations for synthetic polymer microparticles.
Explore ECHA's draft CoRAP update for 2025-2027, detailing planned chemical evaluations and their impact on health and the environment.
Learn about the European Chemicals Agency's (ECHA) investigation into aromatic brominated flame retardants (ABFRs) and their environmental impact, highlighting regulatory considerations and alternatives.
Explore how benzene dominated the EU hazardous chemical trade in 2023 under the PIC Regulation, ensuring safe international trade of chemicals.
The Food Safety Commission of Japan is seeking public input on the safety evaluation of Prallethrin, a widely used insecticide. The consultation runs from 4th December 2024 to 2nd January 2025.
The EUON's second interim evaluation report reveals its effectiveness in providing safety information on nanomaterials, while recommending improvements in market data and communication strategies.
The EU General Product Safety Regulation 2023/988 will be implemented in Northern Ireland from December 2024, requiring businesses to ensure product safety and appoint a responsible economic operator.
The EPA has proposed a streamlined review process for several low-risk biopesticides, citing their low toxicity and minimal environmental impact. Public comments are invited until February 10, 2025.
The EU has abandoned plans to restrict TBBP-A and MCCPs under the RoHS Directive, leaving the future of hazardous substance regulation uncertain.
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The EPA introduces strict bans and controls on trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE), aiming to reduce cancer risks and protect workers.
The EPA reforms chemical safety regulations, removing exemptions for PFAS and PBT chemicals to ensure rigorous safety assessments for public health.
California's Proposition 65 updates require businesses to include specific chemicals in short-form warnings, effective January 1, 2025.
EU Court upholds reproductive toxicity classification for DTPA, supporting stringent chemical labelling to safeguard human health.
