ECHA has released its Regulatory Strategy for Flame Retardants, identifying aromatic brominated flame retardants as candidates for an EU-wide restriction.
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Regarding the approval of nitrogen generated from ambient air as a low-risk active substance, in its March meeting, the BPC adopted opinions:
The Registry of Restriction Intentions has been updated with addition of lead and its compounds. The limitation applies to the sale and use of lead in lures and sinkers for outdoor fishing as well as projectiles for firearms and airguns.
Five Authorities presented the idea to ECHA. It attempts to eliminate PFAS emissions into the environment and improve the safety of products and processes.
Article 5(1) of the RoHS Directive says that its limits can be waived under certain circumstances. This lets the Annexes keep up with scientific and technological progress.
The SCCS ruled in June 2018 that the use of zinc in toothpaste and mouthwash is safe.
The calls for opinions and evidence do not replace the regular public consultation on restriction proposals developed by member states or ECHA as part of the restriction procedure.
ECHA is seeking public comments for the restriction of Creosote and Creosote related substances from Dec 21, 2022 to Jan 25, 2023.
ECHA is seeking public comments for the restriction of Bisphenol A from Dec 21, 2022 to Jan 25, 2023.
In accordance with Article 20(2) of the REACH Regulation, ECHA performs a completeness check on each incoming registration.