ECHA Weekly - 16 October 2024

REACH

New substance evaluation conclusion published

• 1-phenylethanol (EC 202-707-1, CAS 98-85-1), evaluated by Italy.

Testing proposals

We have launched new consultations on 54 testing proposals.

The deadline for comments is 25 November 2024.

Assessment of regulatory needs reports published

Reports for the following substance groups are now available on our website:

• Linear aliphatic dicarboxylic acids (C<8) and their salts
• Linear aliphatic dicarboxylic acids (C≥8) and their salts
• Reaction products of carboxylic acids and Polyethylenepolyamines (DETA, TETA, TEPA, PEHA and other PEPAs)

If you have questions or feedback related to the assessment work, you can send them to us using this webform.

CLP

Council adopts regulation on classification, labelling and packaging

The Council of the European Union adopted a regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of chemical substances (CLP) on 14 October 2024.

After the Presidents of the European Parliament and the Council have signed it, the new CLP Regulation will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union and will enter into force 20 days later.

The revision clarifies the rules on labelling chemical substances and ensures a higher level of protection against chemical hazards.

New intentions and proposals to harmonise classification and labelling

Five intentions have been submitted for:

• Reaction products of 2,2-dimethyl-3-(morpholin-4-yl)propanal and propylidynetrimethanol, propoxylated, reaction products with ammonia (List no 700-879-7*, CAS -);
• Di(morpholin-4-yl) disulphide (EC 203-103-0, CAS 103-34-4);
• N-[3-({[2,2-dimethyl-3-(morpholin-4-yl)propylidene]amino}methyl)-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohexyl]-2,2-dimethyl-3-(morpholin-4-yl)propan-1-imine (EC -, CAS 1217271-02-7);
• N,N'-hexane-1,6-diylbis[2,2-dimethyl-3-(morpholin-4-yl)propan-1-imine] (EC -, CAS 1217271-49-2); and
• 4-morpholinecarbaldehyde (EC 224-518-3, CAS 4394-85-8).

*List number, assigned by ECHA, is exceptionally given to help find this substance in the Registry of Intentions. List numbers have no legal significance and should not be used in safety data sheets as substance identifiers.

One proposal has been submitted for:

• [4-[p,p'-bis(dimethylamino)benzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium m-[[p-anilinophenyl]azo]benzenesulphonate (EC 265-449-9, CAS 65113-55-5).

Biocides

Save the date: Biocide stakeholders' workshop next spring

We are hosting a free hybrid workshop on the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) on 29-30 April 2025. You can join either in person here in Helsinki or online.  

The first day is dedicated to presentations and discussions while on the second day you can book one-to-one sessions with our experts. 

 
Mark the dates in your calendars and stay tuned for updates on the programme and registration.

Occupational exposure limits

Consultation on 1,3-Propanesultone

We are looking for comments on the scientific report for occupational exposure limits on 1,3-Propanesultone (EC 214-317-9, CAS 1120-71-4).

Have your say until 17 December 2024.

IT tools

Maintenance break

We will carry out some maintenance work on our IT tools in the coming weekend.

The break will start on Friday 18 October 2024 at 18:00 (Helsinki time) and affect the following tools:

• Several lists of chemicals (for example, the Candidate list, Authorisation list, C&L Inventory, Substances restricted under REACH and PACT).
• Register for Biocidal Products (R4BP 3).

All tools are available again on Monday 21 October 2024 at 12:00 (Helsinki time).

Open positions

IT Solution Architect

We are looking for an IT Solution Architect with strong background in IT architecture and business analytics.

Our ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills, and a track record of delivering on challenging objectives. If you are curious, analytical and have experience in project management, check our vacancy notice and apply until noon 14 November 2024.

EU Chemicals Legislation Finder (EUCLEF)

Check the latest updates

EUCLEF was updated with the latest information on 11 substance lists and nine legislation profiles in September 2024.

EU Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON)

Nanopinion on environmental safety of nanocellulose

In the latest Nanopinion, researchers Ilaria Corsi and Carlo Punta explore the environmental safety of nanocellulose.

Despite its eco-friendly origins, its nanoscale properties raise concerns related to potential risks to marine life. The study investigates two types of cellulose nanofibers – non-oxidized (CNF) and TEMPO-mediated oxidized (TOCNF) – using marine mussels as model species.

Survey on carbon-based nanomaterials and analytical methods

The European Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON), in collaboration with NovaMechanics, is conducting a survey to gather insights on analytical methods for identifying, characterising and quantifying carbon-based nanomaterials in various matrices.

Take part in the survey and contribute with your knowledge. Have your say until 1 November 2024.

European Commission

Biocides decisions on Union authorisations

The Commission has granted a Union authorisation for:

• the biocidal product family 'Taski-Room Care-Suma Family based on Lactic Acid'.

The Commission has also amended a Union authorisation due to administrative and minor changes for:

• the biocidal product family 'Contec IPA Product Family'.

Board of Appeal

Announcement of a new appeal

The Board of Appeal has published an announcement in case A-005-2024 concerning a dossier evaluation decision.