ECHA has published their latest weekly update (04 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. Microplastics restriction – big actions on small particles The REACH restriction on intentionally added microplastics…
adminOctober 6, 2023
The EU REACH restriction on intentionally added microplastics in products will enter into force on 17 October. This measure aims to prevent the release of 50 thousand tonnes of microplastics into the environment. More information on this restriction can be found here. Though IVDs have an exemption, companies need to report the amounts of microplastics they place on the EU…
adminOctober 6, 2023
ECHA carried out two campaigns over the last 2 years to remind companies of their obligation to keep their REACH registrations up to date. 57 registrations are in breach of the update requirements under REACH Article 22. These were reported to the national enforcement authorities for further action. More information on REACH registration enforcement activities with member states can be…
adminOctober 6, 2023
ECHA has published their latest weekly update (27 Septemeber). 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 receives more than 5 600 comments on PFAS restriction proposal More than 4 400…
adminSeptember 29, 2023
ECHA has published their latest weekly update (30 August). 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 Risk Assessment Committee: banning secondary uses of creosote-treated wood necessary The Committee for Risk…
adminSeptember 22, 2023
On 24 July 2023, the European Commission published a RoHS amendment to include a new exemption under Annex IV that comes into effect 13 Aug 2023. The exemption applies to lead used as thermal stabilisers in PVCs for sensors which are used within in vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical devices. The exemption is granted for a limited period of time, which…
adminSeptember 15, 2023
ECHA are participating in the 12th World Congress on Alternatives and Animal Use in the Life Sciences on August 27-31, 2023, to support the development of alternatives to animal testing. It is likely that the EC could bring mixtures into scope of testing requirements under CLP.
adminSeptember 1, 2023
ECHA has published their latest weekly update (30 August). 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. 35 hazardous chemicals added to the Prior Informed Consent Regulation EU exporters are now required…
adminSeptember 1, 2023