ECHA have updated guidance for identification and naming of substances under REACH and CLP. This guidance reflects the updated information requirements of REACH annexes and helps manufacturers meet their legal obligations.
MedTech Europe recently sent a letter to the Commission and the Consultant BIOIS on the RoHS Pack 27 Annex III lead exemption consultations (launched by the Consultant in Q4 2023). DG Environment responded to MTE’s arguments and noted that “Electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) under category 8 ‘medical devices’ is often not comparable with EEE from other categories. As you…
HSE have published their latest bulletins: Biocides 03 January: Live online workshop: biocides disinfectants efficacy (22 and 23 January 2024) This workshop will take place over 2 half-days and will develop an understanding of the regulatory approach to efficacy assessment of disinfectant products (Main Group 1) under the GB Biocidal Products Regulations (GB BPR). It will provide a general…
Plastics Today team are hosted a webinar on How Demand for Recycled PET is Growing Globally, and the Right Way to Integrate it into Your Packaging on 24 January, 11am ET. The webinar includes discussions on: The definition of recycled PET and the growing categories of applications it’s ideal for Global and regional trends driving the increasing adoption of recycled…
The Government of Canada have launched a consultation on the establishment of a new registry requiring plastic producers to report on the quantity and type of plastic they place on the Canadian market, and tracking plastic across its lifecycle in the economy, from production through end of life. The new Federal Plastics Registry will form a part of Canada’s initiative…
The Office for Life Sciences have published their latest updates. OLS stakeholder bulletin - 05 January These include updates on news, including regulatory updates, transitional guidance and events.
Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. Participating in the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) Page summary: This guidance explains who the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) applies to and what is required of businesses that are covered. Change made: Added link to the evaluation of the UK ETS Phase 1. UK Emissions Trading Scheme…
Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. Non-hazardous waste: treatment and disposal Page summary: Treating and disposing of non-hazardous farm waste, sending to landfill, burying waste, incinerating fallen stock and recycling waste fuel oil. Change made: Removed references to cross compliance as it ended in England on 31 December 2023. Also removed references to single payment scheme.…
Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. Designated standards: new or amended notices of publication Page summary: Proposed updates to the lists of standards for businesses. Change made: Proposal to amend added for radio equipment. Designated standards: PPE Page summary: Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for personal protective equipment (PPE). Change made:…
Please note this is an extract of the original bulletin. Export culture media containing animal derived parts to Argentina: certificate 7363 updated Page summary: Apply online to export culture media with animal products inside to Argentina. Change made: Guidance notes updated. Find a professional to certify export health certificates Page summary: A list of organisations in England, Scotland and Wales…