Insights by Category: Chemicals
Vol. 1443 | 10 Dec 2024
U.S. Federal – EPA Amendment to the DecaBDE and PIP (3:1) under the TSCA
The EPA has finalized revisions to regulations for DecaBDE and PIP (3:1) under the TSCA, effective January 21, 2025. Key changes include PPE requirements and phaseouts for certain uses.
Vol. 1442 | 10 Dec 2024
U.S. Oregon – Proposed Amendment to the Toxic Free Kids Act
Oregon's HB3043 modifies the Toxic-Free Kids Act, introducing new reporting requirements and adding high-priority chemicals to protect children's health. The Oregon Health Authority is implementing these changes.
Vol. 1434 | 19 Nov 2024
California Imposes Restrictions on Bisphenols to Protect Children's Health
California has expanded restrictions on Bisphenol A (BPA) with the approval of bill SB-1266, effective January 1, 2026. The new law protects children under 12 by prohibiting BPA in juvenile feeding and teething products, aiming to reduce exposure and enhance safety.
Vol. 1432 | 19 Nov 2024
EU REACH – ECHA Adds Triphenyl Phosphate to the Candidate List
ECHA has added Triphenyl Phosphate (TPhP) to the SVHC Candidate List due to its endocrine-disrupting properties. Learn about the implications for companies under REACH regulations, including notification obligations and compliance requirements.
Vol. 1431 | 19 Nov 2024
U.S. – September 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis
Explore the September 2024 analysis of California Proposition 65, detailing 447 notices for chemical violations, including lead and phthalates, and learn how Intertek can assist with compliance and testing services.
Vol. 1428 | 25 Oct 2024
California Proposition 65: Countdown to Bisphenol S (BPS) Warning Label
The deadline for warning labels on bisphenol S (BPS) under Proposition 65 is set for December 29, 2024. BPS was officially added to the Proposition 65 list on December 29, 2023, due to its classification as a chemical known to cause female reproductive toxicity.
Vol. 1424 | 02 Oct 2024
EU– Commission adopt a Union-wide restriction on PFHxA, its salts and PFHxA-related substances
On September 20, 2024, the European Commission published Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/2462 on adding a new Entry 79 to Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH Regulation)
Vol. 1420 | 26 Aug 2024
Canada Requires Reporting on PFAS for 2023 Imported Products
On July 27, 2024, Canada's Minister of the Environment issued a Canada Gazette notice mandating a survey to gather data on the manufacture, import, and use of 312 specific per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).