The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has showcased intentions to update the classifications for Sodium Fluoride under the CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, and Reprotoxic) categories.
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The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has showcased intentions to update the classifications Acetyl Hexamethyl Tetralin under the CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, and Reprotoxic) categories.
France approved the first reading of a bill aimed at restricting non-essential products containing PFAS or "forever chemicals." The legislation proposes a phased ban on PFAS in cosmetics, ski waxes, and clothing textiles by January 1, 2026, with…
ANSES proposes a revision of the European harmonised classification of diphenyl guanidine (DPG), a substance commonly used in rubber manufacturing, under the CLP (classification, labeling, and packaging) regulation.
Regulations aimed at protecting children from exposure to substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic for reproduction (CMR) in childcare articles are scheduled for adoption by the European Commission in the fourth quarter of 2024…
Finland has recently submitted documentation regarding the intention to classify and label 4-Amino-3,6-dichloropyridine-2-carboxylic acid under REACH regulations.
Starting April 29, 2024, the IUCLID program will introduce new danger classifications for categorizing, labeling, and packaging chemicals and mixtures.
The number of industrial chemicals scrutinised under the EU's chemicals legislation has increased significantly, with authorities now having better knowledge about the hazardous properties of chemicals used across the EU.
On September 02, 2024, the Swedish Chemicals Agency has organised Nordic conference on the substitution of PFAS. The conference is aimed at strengthening the companies in process of phasing out PFAS in their production lines.
The European Environment Agency (EEA) and the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) have published a joint Europe-wide assessment of the drivers and impact of chemical pollution.