As the compliance date for Poison Centre Notifications is only four months away, we decided to answer your most pressing questions about the new requirements

The EU Horizon 2020 project GRACIOUS is developing a science-based Framework, which aims to support practical application of grouping of nanomaterials and nanoforms for risk assessment

On the 25th June 2020, the European Commission published Regulation (EU) 2020/878, which amends Annex II of the REACH regulation.

Spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus increased demand for disinfectants globally so countries around the globe have put in place emergency legislations and derogations to respond to the crisis.

European Commission has published its delegated regulation for the classification of titanium dioxide as a Carcinogen as of 17 February, after notable opposition by industry and some Member States.

After much speculation, the European Commission has adopted a delegated act to amend Annex VIII of CLP 1272/2008 regulation, postponing the date for submission of poison centre notifications

Dr Rémi Vacherot, Senior Toxicologist summarises the current situation of Endocrine Disruptor Chemicals in the current EU Legislation in the latest edition of Chemicals Knowledge Hub’s magazine.

The recently proposed classification for TiO2 as a suspected carcinogen has been delayed for two months by the EU Council, with an extended period of legislative scrutiny now being undertaken.

The European Commission is ready to adopt ‘Carcinogenic Category 2’ hazard classification for titanium dioxide present on the market in inhalable powder forms, with particle aerodynamic diameter of < 10 µm.

The European Commission has announced a public consultation on postponing harmonised poison centre notification for hazardous chemical mixtures for consumer use.