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Recent Chemical Watch summary

Neil Plumridge (Chair of the Environmental Working Party) has provided the following summary of recent Chemical Watch developments. In order to access links, you will need an account with Chemical Watch. EU CLP revision proposal published Dec 2022, includes new delegated acts as well as changes to the regulation. The delegated acts introduce new hazard classes (Endocrine Disruptors, PBT/vPvB…

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Assent webinar: 2023 UFLPA Update: Enforcement Is on the Rise – Can You Risk Product Seizures?

Assent have hosted a free webinar on UFLPA Update: Enforcement Is on the Rise — Can You Risk Product Seizures? This is available on-demand on the Assent website. The webinar includes discussions on: The CBP’s approach to forced labor investigations Methods to conduct due diligence that hold up to scrutiny How to uncover supplier connections to sanctioned parties

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Chemical Watch podcast

Chemical Watch have released a podcast series looking at global updates to the transport of dangerous goods, as well as regulations in Latin America and PFASs in the US. In order to access this podcast, you will need a Chemical Watch account.

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MHRA publishes new software guidance for intended purpose

MHRA has published a new guidance page for developing an intended purpose in the context of Software as a Medical Device (SaMD). We encourage all members who make software products as a medical device should review this guidance for the UK market.

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Draft statutory instrument for the Windsor Framework published

The draft statutory instrument on the Windsor Framework has been published. This will now go through a vote in the House of Commons, but is likely to be implemented into UK law. Secondary legislation will then be developed in order to action the contents of the Framework. BIVDA have requested confirmation from MHRA and DHSC on how this Framework will…

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European Chemicals Agency weekly update (WC 20 Mar)

ECHA has published their latest weekly update (22 March). ECHA seeks input on proposed PFAS restriction (deadline 25 September) Stakeholders invited to comment on the draft opinions of the Committee for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC) concerning restriction proposals for (15 May): per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in fire-fighting foams (EC -, CAS -). N,N-dimethylacetamide (DMAC) and 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one (NEP) (EC -, CAS -).…

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Innovate UK (UKRI) launches new funding competition

These programmes will focus on the future economy as described in our plan for action. The Future Economy investor partnership programme brings together: Innovate UK’s expertise in identifying innovation and using grant funding to change the risk profile of businesses investor partners’ aligned funding and expertise in identifying opportunities and teams that can best use extra investment finance More information…

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MHRA request to engage earlier for safety issues

MHRA have requested that we remind members to engage with MHRA as soon as possible on matters relating to safety. Where you think you may need to utilise the exceptional use authorisation route, or are unsure on vigilance obligations, we encourage you to contact MHRA directly for support. The EUA route can be used for any medical device or IVD…

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Public consultation on proposed Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)

There is an ongoing public consultation on priorities under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulations (ESPR). This consultation is open until 12 May. It is possible that this could affect certain medical devices such as adult incontinence products or substances used in production of medical devices and IVDs. Members are encouraged to review this consultation and provide feedback directly by…

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DEFRA weekly update (WC 6 Mar)

Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. The use of lead and cadmium in ion selective electrodes Page summary: Seeking your views on an application to exempt the use of lead and cadmium in ion selective electrodes from the RoHS Regulations. Change made: We added the government’s response to the consultation. Businesses approved to export to the…

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