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Laboratory Glassware

EPA Plans to Postpone Submission Periods Under the TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published a final direct rule which will push back submission periods under the TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule by eight months.
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Sippy Cup

Germany’s BfR Revises Recommendations for Rubber Commodities

The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung, BfR) has amended three recommendations for natural and synthetic rubber commodities. These recommendations can be regarded as effective immediately.
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Fibre Optics Carrying Data

ECHA Consults Over Six Substances as SVHC

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched a consultation over the listing of six chemicals as substances of very high concern (SVHC). Comments are being accepted until October 14, 2024.
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Mother and Son Playing with Toys

China Consults Over Proposed Standards for Several Categories of Product

China has informed the WTO of its intention to adopt and/or replace several mandatory standards for a range of consumer goods, including those for children.
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Knitted Plush Dog

State of Pennsylvania, USA, Requires Stuffed Toy Flammability and Tolerance Lab Report

The state of Pennsylvania now requires flammability and tolerance laboratory test reports to be submitted with the application for stuffed toy registration.
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Living Room Furniture Set

Minnesota, USA, Delays Enforcement of Chemicals in Certain Goods

Minnesota has delayed the enforcement of restrictions on PFAS, lead and cadmium in four specified products to July 2025.
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Yellow Paint Can and Brush

New Zealand Strengthens Lead Requirements for Paints and Graphic Materials

New Zealand’s EPA has strengthened lead requirements in several group standards for paints and graphic materials. The requirements will be implemented in phases, starting September 19, 2024.
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Modern Luxury Home

Canada Releases PFAS Reporting Rule

The reporting mandate applies to Canadian businesses and covers 312 substances.
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Man Riding his Electric Mountain Bike

US New York State Enacts New Laws for E-bikes and Lithium-Ion Batteries

New York State governor signs package of legislation to encourage the safe use of e-bikes and lithium-ion batteries and the protection of New Yorkers.
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Cupcake Cases with different Kitchen Plastic Ustensils

Germany’s BFR Amends Recommendations for Several Types of Food Contact Material and Articles

The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung, BfR) has amended recommendations for five different types of food contact material (FCM) and article. These recommendations can be regarded as effective immediately.
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