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Proposed CLP Regulation: Controversy around the classification of substances with more than one constituent (MOCS), and essential oils

On 30 June 2023, the Council finalized its position on the proposed CLP Regulation, focusing, among others, on the classification of “More than One Constituent Substances” (MOCS) including essential oils. The proposed CLP Regulation introduces a definition for multi-constituent substances and states that their classification should follow the same rules Read more…

By ToxPartner, 4 months02/08/2023 ago

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Council adopts amendments on the proposed CLP Regulation

On 30 June 2023, the Council adopted its negotiating position on the proposed regulation for the classification, labelling and packaging of chemicals, also known as the CLP regulation. This proposed regulation updates existing EU legislation and aims at clarifying the rules on classifying and labelling chemical substances and the required Read more…

By ToxPartner, 4 months22/07/2023 ago

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CMR Omnibus VI Regulation is officially published

On 20 July 2023, the European Commission published the CMR Omnibus VI Regulation, formally EU Regulation 2023/1490. The regulation aims to prohibit the substances classified as Carcinogenic, Mutagenic and Toxic to Reproduction (CMR) 1A, 1B, or 2 by the 18th Adaptation to Technical Progress (ATP) to the EU Classification Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Read more…

By ToxPartner, 5 months21/07/2023 ago

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Draft EU Regulation notified to the WTO for the use of D4, D5, and D6

On 22 June 2023, the European Commission notified the WTO of a draft amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, known as REACH Regulation. The publication is amending Annex XVII as regards Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4), Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5), as well as Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane (D6). To this end, the use of these substances in leave-on and Read more…

By ToxPartner, 5 months26/06/2023 ago

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New EU “Deforestation-free” Regulation

On 9 June 2023, the European Commission published the new Deforestation-free Regulation, known as Regulation (EU) 2023/1115. This new regulation will enter into force on 29 June 2023. It aims to minimise the Union’s contribution to deforestation and forest degradation worldwide (imported deforestation), thereby contributing to a reduction in global Read more…

By ToxPartner, 5 months22/06/2023 ago

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New General Product Safety Regulation

On 12 June 2023, the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), known as Regulation (EU) 2023/988, entered into force. This new regulation ensures that only safe products are offered to consumers, regardless of the origin of the products and whether they are sold in shops or on online marketplaces. In addition, the GPSR Read more…

By ToxPartner, 6 months21/06/2023 ago

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Cannabidiol: EU calls for data on its safety in cosmetic products

The European Commission has issued a call for data on the safety of Cannabidiol (CBD) in cosmetic products, in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

By ToxPartner, 6 months05/06/2023 ago

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Draft EU Regulation notified to the WTO for the use of certain nanomaterials

On 23 May 2023, the European Commission notified the WTO of a draft amendment to the Cosmetic Regulation. The publication is amending Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and the Council as regards the use of certain nanomaterials.

By ToxPartner, 6 months27/05/2023 ago

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Hazardous Chemicals: Prohibiting production for export of chemicals banned in the European Union

The European Commission has initiated an open public consultation to gather opinions on addressing the production of hazardous chemicals that are banned within the European Union (EU) but are produced for export. This action aligns with the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability and the European Green Deal’s goal of achieving a Read more…

By ToxPartner, 7 months22/05/2023 ago

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REACH committee votes to restrict intentional microplastics

On 27 April 2023, the Commission welcomes the positive vote of the EU countries on the REACH committee for its proposal to restrict microplastics that are intentionally added to products.

By ToxPartner, 7 months09/05/2023 ago