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New CLP Hazard Classes: The Final Transition Deadline For Existing Substances Is Approaching
The European Union's new hazard classes for chemical substances are nearing the end of their transitional period, with a critical deadline of 1 November 2026 for substances already in the market. These classifications cover endocrine disruption, persistent and bioaccumulative properties, and mobile toxic characteristics that will fundamentally change how companies must classify, label, and register chemical substances under REACH and CLP regulations.
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Bergeson & Campbell
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EU CLP Update: Aligning With Recent UN GHS Revisions
The European Commission has proposed updates to the EU's Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation to align with recent UN Globally Harmonized System revisions. These amendments introduce new classification criteria for chemicals under pressure, revised precautionary statements, non-animal testing methods for health hazards, and updated provisions for skin-sensitising substances and atmospheric hazards, with adoption planned for Q4 2026.
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Bergeson & Campbell
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EU Packaging And Packaging Waste Regulation Begins To Apply August 12, 2026; Public Comment Opportunities Underway
The European Union's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation brings sweeping changes to packaging standards across member states, replacing decades of flexible implementation with harmonized requirements. Companies placing packaging or packaged products on the EU market face new substance restrictions, including strict limits on heavy metals and PFAS in food-contact materials. Understanding these phased compliance deadlines and evolving chemical regulations is critical for manufacturers and importers opera
European Union Environment
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Bergeson & Campbell
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Council Of The EU And EP Reach Provisional Agreement For Stronger ECHA
The European Union has reached a provisional agreement to restructure the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), consolidating its expanded responsibilities under a unified legal framework separate from REACH regulations. The new rules aim to strengthen ECHA's governance structure, simplify its budget management, and establish clear conflict-of-interest protocols to maintain the agency's scientific credibility and operational efficiency.
Afghanistan Environment
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Bergeson & Campbell
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