News

Glyphosate: ECHA and EFSA launch consultations

ECHA and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have started parallel consultations on the initial scientific evaluations of glyphosate (EC 213-997-4,
CAS 1071-83-6).

The consultations will run for 60 days and all interested parties are encouraged to contribute. The deadline for comments is 22 November 2021.

For this dossier, a combined format has been used including the draft (renewal) assessment report prepared according to the Plant Protection Products Regulation and the proposal for harmonised classification and labelling (CLH Report) according to the CLP Regulation.

The Commission’s Guidelines on Active Substances and Plant Protection Products provide additional information. The draft assessment report on EFSA's consultation website gives more information on the active substance glyphosate and the studies included in the CLH report.

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Biocides

Guidelines to assess confidentiality claims for biocides now published

The guidelines reflect the experience acquired so far in assessing confidentiality claims. They clarify the general principles and provide practical recommendations for Member State competent authorities to support the harmonisation of practices. They are also relevant for companies making applications under the Biocidal Products Regulation.

The document will be reviewed in the first half of 2024.

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Occupational exposure limits

Consultation on 1,4-dioxane

ECHA has launched a consultation on the scientific report for occupational exposure limits for 1,4-dioxane (EC 204-661-8, CAS 123-91-1).

Stakeholders are invited to comment by 26 November 2021 to support ECHA’s Committee for Risk Assessment in adopting its opinion.

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Events

Last chance to book – meet us at our Safer Chemicals Conference

Europe is leading the way towards a safer, more sustainable and toxic-free environment. What are the regulatory expectations in this evolving landscape, and how can ECHA and our partners help you meet them?

Stay ahead and join our free online conference on 6 October 2021 (10:00 to 17:30 Helsinki time) for the latest insights.

Although our conference is taking place online, it is still 100 % interactive.
You will have a chance to engage with us and other participants: meet our experts, network with peers and visit the virtual expo for best practice and advice.

Check our full programme for more details. The final remaining seats are available, so don't miss out and register now!

If you need to cancel, let us know at ECHA Events.

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