Study finds knowledge gaps in risk assessment of nano pigments
A new study, commissioned by the European Union Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON), found gaps in the current knowledge on the hazard and risk assessment of nano-sized pigments. The study identified 81 nano-sized pigments currently used in the EU market.
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Further substances assessed by authorities
The public activities coordination tool (PACT) has been updated with information on two substances that are undergoing hazard assessment or risk management option analysis by authorities.
Public activities coordination tool
Testing proposals
ECHA has launched 10 new public consultations on testing proposals. The deadline to comment these is 22 October 2018.
There are currently 26 public consultations open on testing proposals.
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Committees’ opinions on applications for authorisation
The consolidated opinions of the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socio-economic Analysis are now available on our website for:
- one use of bis(2-methoxyethyl) ether (EC 203-924-4; CAS 111-96-6) by N.V. Ajinomoto OmniChem S.A.; and
- two uses of pentazinc chromate octahydroxide (EC 256-418-0; CAS 49663-84-5) by Indestructible Paint Ltd.
Adopted opinions
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