EU Microplastics (SPM) Restriction: Derogations & Reporting Deadlines

EU Microplastics (SPM) Restriction: Derogations & Reporting Deadlines

Did you know that certain sectors, as well as on-site industrial uses, are exempted from the new REACH Restriction that bans placing articles containing intentionally added microplastics...

EU unveils proposed changes to REACH Fees and SME validation

EU unveils proposed changes to REACH Fees and SME validation

The European Commission has proposed significant amendments to the REACH Fee Regulation (EC) No 340/2008. This proposed amendment introduces inflation-indexed fee increases and a new system to...

Chemical & Product Regulatory Outlook – Focus on the EU market

Chemical & Product Regulatory Outlook – Focus on the EU market

Discover the key regulatory drivers shaping chemical and product compliance in the EU - and the smart moves companies must make in 2025 to stay ahead of...

Chromium(VI) REACH Restriction – Public Consultation Now Open

Chromium(VI) REACH Restriction – Public Consultation Now Open

ECHA’s restriction proposal introducing exposure and emission limits for the use of CrVI compounds is now open for public consultation (until late 2025) – and it could...

REACH Restriction Proposal Published for Certain Cr(VI) Substances

REACH Restriction Proposal Published for Certain Cr(VI) Substances

ECHA has proposed restriction on certain Chromium (VI) substances . The key point of the Restriction Proposal is as follows: There are two alternative restriction options based on...

REACH Registration: Insights from the latest CARACAL meeting

REACH Registration: Insights from the latest CARACAL meeting

CARACAL (Competent Authorities on REACH and CLP Implementation) meetings are held twice a year, providing a forum for representatives from the European Commission, the European Chemicals Agency...

EU’s Drinking Water Directive: Did you know?

EU’s Drinking Water Directive: Did you know?

The updated EU Drinking Water Directive (2020/2184/EU) – in force since January 2021 – marks a major step forward in protecting public health and the environment across...

Cr(VI) Restriction: Today’s the Day – But What Happens Next?

Cr(VI) Restriction: Today’s the Day – But What Happens Next?

Many of us had this date circled on our calendars. According to the official schedule, today marks the submission of the chromates restriction proposal under REACH. This...

Two Months to REACH Restriction on certain Chromium (VI) Substances – Time to Prepare

Two Months to REACH Restriction on certain Chromium (VI) Substances – Time to Prepare

On 11 April 2025, ECHA will submit the restriction proposal for certain chromium (VI) substances, marking a key step in the REACH regulatory process. Companies, industries and...

ECHA Adds Five (5) Hazardous Chemicals to the Candidate List – Is Your Business Prepared?

ECHA Adds Five (5) Hazardous Chemicals to the Candidate List – Is Your Business Prepared?

The Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHCs) has grown to 247 entries, following ECHA's latest update. These substances, which pose risks to human health...

REACH Restriction: Implications for companies

REACH Restriction: Implications for companies

The aim of REACH restrictions is to protect human health and the environment by limiting or banning the use, manufacturing, or marketing of chemicals that pose unacceptable...

EU PCN Inspections start in January 2025. Are you compliant with Article 45 of EU CLP?

EU PCN Inspections start in January 2025. Are you compliant with Article 45 of EU CLP?

Background Article 45 of CLP requires importers and downstream users to notify hazardous mixtures to the appointed bodies (i.e. poison centers) using the harmonized format (Annex VIII)...

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