Transatlantic trade agreement proposal reflects chemical industry position to the detriment of public health and the environment; 111 NGOs send letter to TTIP negotiators
July 11, 2014
US: New attempt to ban BPA
Congress reintroduces bill to ban BPA, would require safety review of the safety of all food contact substances
July 11, 2014
New EFSA food contact chair
EFSA elects new Chair of the Panel on Food Contact Materials, Enzymes, Flavourings and Processing Aids
July 10, 2014
EU to ban landfill for recyclables
European Commission announces a ban of landfills for recyclables by 2025; industry comments
July 10, 2014
Infant phthalate exposure from diet exceeds safe levels
The Washington Post reports on new study on phthalates, infant exposure estimated twice as high as safe level
July 10, 2014
France may ban plastic bags
French representatives pass a complete ban of plastic bags in shops, to be voted on by the full assembly in autumn 2014
July 10, 2014
NGO: Need for improved FCM regulation
UK-based NGO CHEM Trust sends letter to EU Health Commissioner regarding hazardous substances in FCMs; calls for regulatory action
July 8, 2014
Chronic diseases require attention
Global alliance of national research institutes addresses chronic disease prevention; global leaders need to assume responsibility
July 8, 2014
No difference between nano- and conventional silver
Swiss federal laboratories compare behavior of nano- and conventional silver in treated textiles; sound all-clear for nanosilver
July 8, 2014
EDC regulation in Europe
EurActiv reports on advances in EDC regulation in the European Union
