EU CPR Evaluation, Updates FCM Rules, ARN on Aliphatic Fluorinated Hydrocarbons, REACH Registration Dossier Evaluation Identifies Gaps and More!
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?? Headlines at a Glance
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?? The Headlines in Focus
?? EU Launches Evaluation of the Cosmetic Products Regulation
The European Commission is reviewing the Cosmetic Products Regulation (CPR) No. 1223/2009 to assess ingredient safety, sustainability, and digitalisation. Running from 2025 to 2026, the evaluation includes public consultations and could lead to regulatory changes. Businesses should prepare for potential updates.
??? Stricter EU Regulations for Plastic Food Packaging
Regulation (EU) 2025/351 introduces tougher purity standards, migration limits, and traceability rules for plastic food contact materials. Businesses must comply by September 2026 or risk market restrictions. Key changes include stricter assessments for recycled plastics and non-intentionally added substances (NIAS).
?? EU Reviews Fluorinated Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
ECHA has assessed the regulatory needs for 28 fluorinated aliphatic hydrocarbons used in manufacturing and electronics. While no new regulatory actions are proposed, concerns over toxicity and environmental impact mean future policy shifts remain possible
?? ECHA Flags Compliance Gaps in REACH Dossiers
ECHA’s 2024 evaluation revealed that 30% of evaluated REACH registrants failed to provide required safety data, triggering enforcement actions. Companies handling high-volume chemicals should reassess their dossiers to avoid penalties and supply chain disruptions.
?? California Moves to Ban Hazardous Chemicals in Food Packaging
A proposed law (AB-1148) would ban bisphenols, ortho-phthalates, and antimony trioxide in food packaging from 2027. If passed, manufacturers must reformulate materials to comply, or risk fines and supply chain disruptions. Businesses should start assessing alternatives now.
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