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.
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Dec 2024
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 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 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.
Explore how benzene dominated the EU hazardous chemical trade in 2023 under the PIC Regulation, ensuring safe international trade of chemicals.
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 ECHA's draft CoRAP update for 2025-2027, detailing planned chemical evaluations and their impact on health and 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.
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.
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.
Italy concludes its evaluation of Pigment Yellow 65 (PY65) under the REACH framework, highlighting its environmental risks and future regulatory needs.
The UK REACH agency releases its final opinion on lead ammunition restrictions, focusing on environmental and health risks while outlining phased bans and exceptions.
Learn how the Australian Government’s Independent Review on PFAS contamination delivers crucial reforms to support communities around Defence bases. Discover key recommendations.
On 18 December 2024, the EPA designated five High-Priority chemicals for risk evaluation under TSCA and initiated review of five others.
Canada amends its Domestic Substances List to include stricter controls on Methylenediphenyl Diamine substances, aiming to reduce health and environmental risks through regulatory oversight.
Learn about Canada's updated formaldehyde regulations to protect public health, align with U.S. standards, and streamline industry compliance.
These six substances, including Octamethyltrisiloxane, are widely used in cosmetics, industrial applications, and coatings but face new requirements due to environmental risks.
The EPA’s finalised risk evaluation for 1,4-dioxane identifies serious health risks, including cancer, from occupational and environmental exposures. Regulatory actions are forthcoming.
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EPA resumes accepting pesticide data from Palamur Laboratory after compliance improvements and GLP recertification.
Learn about Minnesota's new PFAS reporting rules requiring manufacturers to disclose product details and pay associated fees.
ECHA's report highlights risks and regulatory gaps for aliphatic amines with ether substituents, calling for harmonised classification and targeted restrictions.
ECHA Board of Appeal upholds the rejection of Coloured Chemicals BV’s registration for ethyl methyl carbonate.
EPA releases draft guidance for registering pre-saturated disinfecting wipes, detailing efficacy testing with ASTM E3363.
Priorities focus on hazardous mixture labelling, import compliance, and improving EU chemical safety strategies.
The HSE's latest guidance under UK REACH outlines steps to minimise animal testing by adopting in vitro, in silico, and other alternative approaches.
Discover SCHEER's 2024 updates to the Weight of Evidence approach for risk assessment, introducing transparency, NAMs integration, and advanced uncertainty analysis.
EU Court upholds silanamine's hazardous classification, rejecting Evonik’s legal challenge.
The revisions for decaBDE and PIP (3:1) introduce strict new measures to protect workers and reduce toxic releases.
The EPA investigates the environmental and health risks of 6PPD and its toxic transformation product, 6PPD-quinone, seeking public input on alternatives and regulatory actions.
EU panel questions the safety of UV-filter Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate in cosmetics due to genotoxicity and endocrine activity. Public input invited by 17 January 2025.
The EPA proposes updated Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) for 17 chemical substances, requiring risk assessments before new manufacturing or processing activities. Public comments are open until 30 December 2024.
FDA requests public input on PFAS in seafood to improve safety and mitigate risks. Share your data and strategies by February 18, 2025.
Minnesota seeks public input on new PFAS product reporting and fee rules. Share feedback by 19 December 2024.
IPBC alternatives face regulatory and technical hurdles under EU BPR. Learn why Fludioxonil and Pythium oligandrum fall short and why IPBC remains vital.
The EPA concludes its Part 2 Risk Evaluation for Asbestos, identifying significant health risks from legacy uses. Learn about its findings and regulatory implications.
EPA assesses 1,1-dichloroethane and 1,2-dichloroethane risks, highlighting industrial impacts and ecological threats. Stakeholder feedback to shape final conclusions.
MEP Dimitris Tsiodras backs a centralised chemicals data platform under ECHA to boost safety and transparency, aligning with the EU's sustainability goals.
The EPA seeks nominations for peer reviewers of phthalate risk evaluations under TSCA. Submit nominations by the deadline to shape future regulatory policies.
Learn about the EPA's FY2025 pesticide maintenance fees update, key deadlines, and eligibility for small business discounts or waivers.
The EPA proposes revoking chlorpyrifos food tolerances for most uses to protect public health, with 11 crop exceptions.
EPA draft identifies 1,3-butadiene as a health hazard, citing risks to workers and fenceline communities. Public comment open until February 3, 2025.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has unveiled proposed guidance for improving Endangered Species Act (ESA) considerations in antimicrobial pesticide registrations.
Discover the recent amendment to flonicamid approval in GB, enhancing safety with a revised ARfD.
ChemScore 2024 rankings show Yara leading in transparency, but chemical companies lag in adopting safer alternatives. Discover key insights and challenges.
The EPA proposes revised mitigation measures for atrazine, featuring stricter standards and a flexible point-based system to protect aquatic ecosystems.
ECHA's latest report reveals that 35% of safety data sheets (SDS) are non-compliant with EU regulations, urging improvements to better protect workers and the environment.
Belgium finalises REACH evaluation of climbazole, confirming its endocrine disruption and aquatic toxicity classification. Regulatory updates expected by 2025.
Stay informed on the European Commission's proposed updates to Annex XVII of REACH, introducing stricter controls on hazardous CMR substances. Feedback open until 2 January 2025.
EU Court upholds reproductive toxicity classification for DTPA, supporting stringent chemical labelling to safeguard human health.
California's Proposition 65 updates require businesses to include specific chemicals in short-form warnings, effective January 1, 2025.
The EPA reforms chemical safety regulations, removing exemptions for PFAS and PBT chemicals to ensure rigorous safety assessments for public health.
The EPA introduces strict bans and controls on trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE), aiming to reduce cancer risks and protect workers.
The EU has abandoned plans to restrict TBBP-A and MCCPs under the RoHS Directive, leaving the future of hazardous substance regulation uncertain.
EU progresses PFAS regulation with sector-based reviews, new use cases, and 2025 plans.
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Nov 2024
EPA agrees to expedite testing of pesticide chemicals for endocrine-disrupting effects, addressing health risks linked to hormone interference.
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The flagged chemicals are used across a range of industries, including automotive, construction, electronics, textiles, and consumer products.
Malta updates regulations under the Product Safety Act, introducing new cadmium use exemptions in electronics. Compliance required by January 2025.
The EPA highlights progress on PFAS pollution with enforceable standards, cleanup funding, and research advancements while addressing challenges in cost, contamination, and equity.
The EPA is investigating the risks of 6PPD-quinone, a toxic tire chemical harming salmon and ecosystems.
Stay compliant with HSE’s GB Biocides Review deadlines for DCDMH, DCEMH, and Chrysanthemum cinerariaefolium. Act by February 15 and May 23, 2025.
EPA seeks public comments on candidates for 1,3-butadiene risk review. Join the discussion by 29 November 2024 and contribute to this critical evaluation.
Learn about Brazil REACH, the new Law No. 15,022, which introduces a National Chemical Inventory.
IUCLID v8.13.2 introduces key improvements to data entry, report generation, and regulatory compliance, enhancing user experience.
Discover the latest updates to the CLP Regulation, detailing new hazard criteria and classification guidance.
ECHA’s 2024 report on nano-agrochemicals calls for new EU regulations to manage these emerging technologies, balancing safety and sustainable agricultural growth.
ECHA's RAC concludes that 1,3-butadiene poses significant occupational cancer risks, recommending biomonitoring and deriving an exposure-risk model over a traditional OEL.
ECHA explores Fish Embryo Toxicity test as a humane alternative to fish toxicity testing for chemicals.
ECHA’s 2024 assessment on fluoride salts highlights potential endocrine risks in sodium fluoride, prompting further review.
Evaluation of Imidazolium compounds (EC 931-745-8) reveals environmental risks in soil and sediment from industrial and consumer uses.
Sweden’s Chemicals Agency classifies Bis(isopropyl)naphthalene (DIPN) as very persistent and bioaccumulative, sparking regulatory scrutiny and potential restrictions.
UK updates methidathion MRLs to protect public health, setting strict near-zero residue limits effective May 2025.
RAC’s latest classification updates on substances like talc, tebuconazole, and 2-pyrrolidone could affect industries from cosmetics to agriculture.
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California's AB 347 mandates PFAS-free household products by 2030, introducing strict testing and penalties for violators.
EPA finalises the cancellation of Dacthal, a pesticide with DCPA, effective October 23, 2024.
The Firearms United Network, alongside three Polish hunters, argued that the ban infringes on fundamental rights.
The UK has lifted prosulfuron application restrictions, allowing annual use of the herbicide for improved pest control.
This requirement follows years of research linking lead exposure to severe health issues including cognitive impairment and developmental delays.
EPA’s final biological evaluation on dinotefuran reveals potential impacts on endangered species and habitats.
The EPA’s final evaluation on acetamiprid highlights potential risks to endangered species, signalling forthcoming mitigation measures.
The 2025 REACH revision may prioritise broader restrictions on harmful chemicals over case-by-case authorisations.
HSE revises fenpyrazamine regulations, setting stricter impurity limits to improve safety in plant protection products in the UK.
The EU’s new regulation enforces stringent biodegradability criteria for fertiliser polymers to protect soil and water quality, effective by 2028.
EU grants 10-year authorisation to LANXESS CMIT/MIT biocides, boosting industrial preservation across Europe from Nov 2024 to Oct 2034.
European Court to decide on biocidal product classification in the Speyer & Grund GmbH case, impacting EU regulations for dual-use products in food and hygiene.
The EU Commission approves the biocidal product Phenogen, resolving safety objections raised by Germany over chlorocresol residues.
EU enforces stricter limits on thiacloprid residues in food to protect consumers from potential health risks, effective May 2025.
Ethiopia proposes an amendment to Annex A of the Stockholm Convention to exempt UV-328 use in aircraft. COP-12 will review the amendment in 2025.
The EU approves prallethrin for biocidal use in insecticides with conditions to protect health and the environment.
The EFSA’s 2024 report confirms the safety of silicon dioxide (E 551) as a food additive in infant formulas, while recommending stricter limits on lead and arsenic content.
Authorities issued 80% written advice, 6% orders, and escalated severe cosmetic non-compliance cases to prosecutors.
The EU's One Health Task Force launches a 2024–2026 plan to address public health threats through cross-agency collaboration.
A new report reveals extensive chemical pollution in EU waters, calling for swift regulatory updates to tackle toxic substances like PFAS and pesticides.
A new study highlights the role of microplastics as vectors for chemical exposure, potentially impacting human health through ingestion.
Stay informed on biocides regulations in GB. Key active substance authorisations expire by 2025.
According to the EPA, veratrine may be applied up to 12 times annually using handheld sprayers, pump sprayers, or aerosols.
A new report from Stockholm University unveils challenges in EU REACH regulation, urging clearer guidance to assess the essentiality of harmful chemical uses.
The LitChemPlast database, compiling data from 372 studies, reveals over 3,500 chemicals in plastics.
Health Canada's 2024-2026 plan brings significant chemical policy updates, including GHS adoption and toxin regulations, aligning with global standards.
The EU will not renew the approval of metribuzin due to safety concerns, requiring member states to withdraw authorisations by May 2025. Use Foresight.
The EU extends the approval periods for 13 active substances used in plant protection until 2027, citing delays in risk assessment processes.
