Biocides

Biocides
12/3/2014

The challenges of the Biocidal Products Regulation

Taking effect on 1 September 2013, the European Regulation on Biocidal products replaced directive 98/8/EC on biocidal products.
Biocides
12/3/2014

Banning biocides

Flufenoxuron, Dichlorvos, and Naled are banned due to health and environmental risks, effective from 2013. Meanwhile, twelve new biocides, including copper hydroxide and fipronil, are approved for market inclusion, reflecting regulatory updates in chemical safety.
Biocides

How do I know if my active substances are at risk of exclusion or substitution?

Learn about the exclusion and substitution criteria for active substances in biocidal products under the Biocidal Products Regulation. Discover how stakeholders can contribute to the decision-making process and the importance of public consultations.
Biocides

Article 95: which processes to simplify the procurement of biocidal active substances?

ECHA is speeding up the commercialisation of disinfectants and sanitizers during Covid-19. National derogations are being granted to procure active substances, like France's directive allowing temporary use of new sources. ECHA is also accelerating the process of inclusion to the approved suppliers list of Article 95. Learn more about biocidal products and Article 95.
Biocides

Implementation of a new biocides system in the UK: what do you need to know?

Following the UK's regulatory changes post-Brexit, companies marketing biocidal products must re-submit certain applications by March 31 and June 29, 2021. Compliance requires providing original applications and updated data, ensuring alignment with both UK and EU regulations.
Biocides

GB BPR: resubmission of dossiers before 29th June

Post-Brexit, the UK established its own biocides regulation, requiring companies to resubmit marketing authorisation and active substance approval dossiers to the Health & Safety Executive. This process involves new forms and data submissions to ensure compliance with the GB BPR.