European Chemicals Agency Updates Environmental Newsletter

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ECHA weekly update (WC 27 Nov)

ECHA has published their latest weekly update (29 November). Due to changes in the structure of ECHA's updates, we can no longer link to updates themselves. To ensure BIVDA members continue to receive this information, we have opted to provide the full ECHA notification. ECHA identifies risks from PVC additives and microparticle releases Our investigation found that some substances…

TeheljDecember 1, 2023

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Extension of sunset date for bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (or DEHP) is a substance used in blood bags and tubing. In accordance with Article 56(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, such uses of DEHP are not allowed after the sunset date unless an authorisation has been granted for a particular use, or unless an application for authorisation for a given use was submitted before the latest application…

TeheljNovember 24, 2023

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ECHA weekly update (WC 20 Nov)

ECHA has published their latest weekly update (22 November). Due to changes in the structure of ECHA's updates, we can no longer link to updates themselves. To ensure BIVDA members continue to receive this information, we have opted to provide the full ECHA notification. One in three checked biocidal products found to be non-compliant EU-wide enforcement project found about…

TeheljNovember 24, 2023

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ECHA weekly update (WC 13 Nov)

ECHA has published their latest weekly update (15 November). Due to changes in the structure of ECHA's updates, we can no longer link to updates themselves. To ensure BIVDA members continue to receive this information, we have opted to provide the full ECHA notification. ECHA identifies research needs for regulating hazardous chemicals We have published a new report on…

TeheljNovember 17, 2023

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European Commission launches public consultation on potential health effects of exposure to low frequencies

Developments in the use of new technologies, e.g., induction hobs and wireless charging, require updates to the assessment of how exposure to electromagnetic fields might impact our health, as well as the scientific guidelines that underpin restrictions and reference levels. In October 2023, following a request from the European Commission, the Scientific Committee on Health, Environmental and Emerging Risks (SCHEER)…

TeheljNovember 17, 2023

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ECHA weekly update (WC 06 Nov)

ECHA has published their latest weekly update (08 November). Due to changes in the structure of ECHA's updates, we can no longer link to updates themselves. To ensure BIVDA members continue to receive this information, we have opted to provide the full ECHA notification. ECHA's investigation finds toxic chemicals present in childcare products We have found that substances causing…

TeheljNovember 10, 2023

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ECHA weekly update (WC 30 Oct)

ECHA has published their latest weekly update (02 November). Due to changes in the structure of ECHA's updates, we can no longer link to updates themselves. To ensure BIVDA members continue to receive this information, we have opted to provide the full ECHA notification. All comments submitted to the PFAS restriction proposal now online We have now published all…

TeheljNovember 3, 2023

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ECHA weekly update (WC 16 Oct)

ECHA has published their latest weekly update (18 October). Due to changes in the structure of ECHA's updates, we can no longer link to updates themselves. To ensure BIVDA members continue to receive this information, we have opted to provide the full ECHA notification. Our scientific committees meet in November-December 2023 Are you interested in knowing what our scientific…

TeheljOctober 27, 2023

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ECHA weekly update (WC 23 Oct)

ECHA has published their latest weekly update (25 October). Due to changes in the structure of ECHA's updates, we can no longer link to updates themselves. To ensure BIVDA members continue to receive this information, we have opted to provide the full ECHA notification. ECHA recommends more transparency in the trade of hazardous chemicals To improve the Prior Informed…

TeheljOctober 27, 2023

Proposed legislation to control emissions of microplastics from plastic pellets

As a step to protect the environment, the European Commission have announced it's proposal for a regulation to control emissions of microplastics from plastic pellets to reduce microplastics pollution. The proposed regulation can be found here.

TeheljOctober 27, 2023