ECHA Weekly: We take on additional tasks to strengthen chemical safety in Europe
You can find the update here.
Ben KempJanuary 15, 2026
EU pEPR
Dear Member please see the below reminder that the EU packaging extended producer responsibility (pEPR) requirements are applicable from 12 August 2026, but Germany etc. have already introduced their own requirements (German Packaging Act) that apply from 1st Jan 2026. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jenny-t-760a34141_eucompliance-packagingregulation-ppwr-activity-7408453160224272384-HIcT?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android&rcm=ACoAAAAeH9EBFpe2TIKx6c7gKShKVeAb46UjtpM
Ben KempJanuary 12, 2026
European Reference Laboratories designated – Parasite infection markers and Blood Grouping
Dear members, please be advised that following a second call, European Reference Laboratories (EURL) have been designated for markers of parasite infection and for detection of blood grouping markers. The European Reference Laboratories play a key role in initial and periodic review of Class D assay performance, as well as ongoing batch release of Class D devices under the EU…
Ben KempJanuary 12, 2026
EU ESG
Members may be interested in the following articles: EU Council Adopts Revised EUDR, Marking Final Step in Delay of Supply Chain Deforestation Law EU to Expand CBAM Carbon Import Tax to Downstream Products to Avoid Production Shift to Countries with Weaker Climate Policies EU Parliament Approves Omnibus Agreement to Cut Sustainability Reporting and Due Diligence Requirements
Ben KempJanuary 12, 2026
Digital Waste Tracking – Update on Sites in Scope of Phase 1
You can find the page here.
Ben KempJanuary 12, 2026
Moving to a single list for UK sanctions designations – 28 January 2026
The OFSI Consolidated List of Asset Freeze Targets is closing. From 09:00 GMT on Wednesday 28 January 2026 the UK Sanctions List will be the only source for all UK sanctions designations. There will be no changes to the structure of the current UK Sanctions List. You should use this period before January 2026 to prepare any systems for the formal closure of…
Ben KempJanuary 12, 2026
Compliance and open licence workshops
Compliance and open licence workshops The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) will be providing Compliance and open licence workshops across the country. Duration: Half-day (including lunch) Cost: £195 Target audience: You will have no or limited experience of using open export licences. This course will also benefit anyone considering using open export licences for the first time. Description: This course is…
Ben KempJanuary 12, 2026
ISIA – Official controls and imposed Checks EU borders
Please see below update from the International Serum Industry Association, regarding intensified official controls and imposed checks at EU borders impacting Animal By-products INTERNATIONAL SERUM INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONINTERNATIONAL SERUM INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION1,309 followers1,309 followers Reminder: Intensified Official Controls and Imposed Checks On 9 December the European Commission announced a reinforcement of controls on food, animal and plant products entering the EU. The…
Ben KempJanuary 12, 2026