News from ECHA
| Highlights from October Member State Committee meeting In its October meeting, the Member State Committee agreed to identify triphenyl phosphate as a substance of very high concern because of its endocrine disrupting properties in the environment. The substance will be added to the Candidate List in early November 2024.
The committee also unanimously approved an alternative method, the non-vertebrate Hyalella Azteca test, HYBIT, to be used as the standard information requirement under REACH, where applicable. Using the test as the default is another step towards reducing testing on vertebrate animals. |
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CLP
Council adopts regulation on classification, labelling and packaging The Council of the European Union adopted a regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of chemical substances (CLP) on 14 October 2024.
After the Presidents of the European Parliament and the Council have signed it, the new CLP Regulation will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union and will enter into force 20 days later.
The revision clarifies the rules on labelling chemical substances and ensures a higher level of protection against chemical hazards. New intentions and proposals to harmonise classification and labelling Five intentions have been submitted for: Reaction products of 2,2-dimethyl-3-(morpholin-4-yl)propanal and propylidynetrimethanol, propoxylated, reaction products with ammonia (List no 700-879-7*, CAS -);Di(morpholin-4-yl) disulphide (EC 203-103-0, CAS 103-34-4);N-[3-({[2,2-dimethyl-3-(morpholin-4-yl)propylidene]amino}methyl)-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohexyl]-2,2-dimethyl-3-(morpholin-4-yl)propan-1-imine (EC -, CAS 1217271-02-7);N,N'-hexane-1,6-diylbis[2,2-dimethyl-3-(morpholin-4-yl)propan-1-imine] (EC -, CAS 1217271-49-2); and4-morpholinecarbaldehyde (EC 224-518-3, CAS 4394-85-8).*List number, assigned by ECHA, is exceptionally given to help find this substance in the Registry of Intentions. List numbers have no legal significance and should not be used in safety data sheets as substance identifiers.
One proposal has been submitted for: [4-[p,p'-bis(dimethylamino)benzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium m-[[p-anilinophenyl]azo]benzenesulphonate (EC 265-449-9, CAS 65113-55-5). |
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Biocides
Save the date: Biocide stakeholders' workshop next spring We are hosting a free hybrid workshop on the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) on 29-30 April 2025. You can join either in person here in Helsinki or online.
The first day is dedicated to presentations and discussions while on the second day you can book one-to-one sessions with our experts.
Mark the dates in your calendars and stay tuned for updates on the programme and registration. |
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Occupational exposure limits
Consultation on 1,3-Propanesultone We are looking for comments on the scientific report for occupational exposure limits on 1,3-Propanesultone (EC 214-317-9, CAS 1120-71-4).
Have your say until 17 December 2024. |
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IT tools
Maintenance break We will carry out some maintenance work on our IT tools in the coming weekend.
The break will start on Friday 18 October 2024 at 18:00 (Helsinki time) and affect the following tools: Several lists of chemicals (for example, the Candidate list, Authorisation list, C&L Inventory, Substances restricted under REACH and PACT).Register for Biocidal Products (R4BP 3).All tools are available again on Monday 21 October 2024 at 12:00 (Helsinki time). |
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Open positions
IT Solution Architect We are looking for an IT Solution Architect with strong background in IT architecture and business analytics.
Our ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills, and a track record of delivering on challenging objectives. If you are curious, analytical and have experience in project management, check our vacancy notice and apply until noon 14 November 2024. |
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EU Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON)
Nanopinion on environmental safety of nanocellulose In the latest Nanopinion, researchers Ilaria Corsi and Carlo Punta explore the environmental safety of nanocellulose.
Despite its eco-friendly origins, its nanoscale properties raise concerns related to potential risks to marine life. The study investigates two types of cellulose nanofibers – non-oxidized (CNF) and TEMPO-mediated oxidized (TOCNF) – using marine mussels as model species. Survey on carbon-based nanomaterials and analytical methods The European Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON), in collaboration with NovaMechanics, is conducting a survey to gather insights on analytical methods for identifying, characterising and quantifying carbon-based nanomaterials in various matrices.
Take part in the survey and contribute with your knowledge. Have your say until 1 November 2024.
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European Commission
Biocides decisions on Union authorisations The Commission has granted a Union authorisation for: the biocidal product family 'Taski-Room Care-Suma Family based on Lactic Acid'.The Commission has also amended a Union authorisation due to administrative and minor changes for: the biocidal product family 'Contec IPA Product Family'. |
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Board of Appeal
Announcement of a new appeal The Board of Appeal has published an announcement in case A-005-2024 concerning a dossier evaluation decision. |
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