EPA finalises long-awaited update to TSCA small manufacturer definition
Europe »
Clear ‘essential use’ definition key for safer chemical alternatives, says Envi vice-chair
Efsa extends call for data on two plastic FCM additives
Science team behind 'essential use' in EU strategy set to refine PFAS criteria
European Commission plans ban of cosmetics ingredient
Sinkevičius exclusive interview: ‘No time to lose’ to implement EU chemicals strategy
Asia »
South Korea improves hazard database process for easier K-REACH registration
How is Australia's new 'risk-proportionate' industrial chemical regime shaping chemicals management?
Covid-19: Deadline extensions, derogations and supply-chain news
China publishes draft guidance on cosmetics registration and filing
Taiwan's Sahtech signs up as first Asian GreenScreen consultant
North America »
Microplastics, synthetic turf could be in California’s upcoming priority product work plan
US CPSC Commissioner Kaye to stay on one more year
American Cleaning Institute releases environmental data for 206 ingredients
US EPA plans process to allow public input on alternative test options under TSCA
Food packaging group warns California PFAS listing would hurt industry
Risk Assessment »
European Commission: 'No evidence' that EDs are identified inconsistently
Efsa panel recommends systematic review of styrene FCM safety
European Commission consults on proposed ‘clarifications’ to REACH information requirements
Cefic aims to finalise polymer grouping projects ‘by end of 2021’
NGOs celebrate, industry disappointed at newly unveiled EU chemicals strategy
Other News »
Experts recommend trade restrictions for decaBDE and PFOA
Brazil proposes reducing BPA migration limit in food contact materials
Study finds PFAS exposure 'has reached West Africa'
Colombia's president signs law banning cosmetics animal testing
Colombia extends timeframe for lead and cadmium limits in FCMs
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