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1. ECHA Published 15 Potential Substances of Very High Concern
On 1 September 2009, the second list of 15 proposed Substance of Very High Concern was published on ECHA website and opened for public consultation until 15 October 2009.
9 Nov 2009
2. CPSIA Determinations Regarding Lead Limits on Certain Materials
The US CPSC has issued a final rule to determine certain materials or products that inherently
21 Sept 2009
3. New EU Trade Barrier: Restriction on Organotin Compounds Extended to All Consumer Goods
The EU approved Decision 2009/425/EC on May 28, 2009 to further restrict the use of organotin compounds. According to the Decision, the EU will restrict the use of some organotin compounds in all consumer goods on and after July 1, 2010.
18 Sept 2009
4. New EU Trade Barrier: Restriction on Organotin Compounds Extended to All Consumer Goods
The EU approved Decision 2009/425/EC on May 28, 2009 to further restrict the use of organotin compounds. According to the Decision, the EU will restrict the use of some organotin compounds in all consumer goods on and after July 1, 2010.
9 Sept 2009
5. Upcoming Challenges to More Stringent Lead Requirements
In December last year, Blagojevich, governor of Illinois, signed the bill SB 2860 to become Public Act 095-1019. The Act amends the "The Lead Poisoning Prevention Act" and "The Mercury-added Product Prohibition Act".
27 Aug 2009
6. The EU Bans Dimethylfumarate (DMFU) in Consumer Products
By the end of 2008, there had been many reports in the Europe about DMFU causing skin contact dermatitis to consumers. Many European countries have reacted to this: France: An act was issued on Dec 12, 2008 banning import of footwear and sofa
27 Aug 2009
7. EU-Restricted Substances Requirements Revised Under REACH
From 1 June 2009, Annex XVII of REACH takes effect, incorporating the previous restrictions in the Marketing and Use of Certain Dangerous Substances and Preparations Directive 76/769/EEC and amending the procedure by which new restrictions are proposed.
11 Aug 2009
8. EU Restricts Dichloromethane in Paint Strippers
New EU restrictions will severely restrict the use of paint strippers containing more than 0.1% by weight of dichloromethane (DCM) for public, professional and industrial use. These requirements are introduced
11 Aug 2009
9. "Intertek Recycled PET Certification" Officially Launched
In modern society, people consume huge amounts of non-renewable resources in daily life, and also create a lot of wastes
11 Aug 2009
10. EU-Restricted Substances Requirements Revised Under REACH
From 1 June 2009, Annex XVII of REACH takes effect, incorporating the previous restrictions in the Marketing
15 July 2009
11. The EU Bans Dimethylfumarate (DMF) in Consumer Products
The Commission of the European Communities published Decision 2009/251/EC on 17 March 2009
13 July 2009
12. Connecticut and Chicago Approve Ban on Bisphenol-A
Connecticut and Chicago City Council have both passed bills pertaining to the restriction of use of bisphenol-A (BPA) in certain products.
18 June 2009
13. Taiwan Proposes to Amend the Phthalates Restriction
The Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) of Taiwan proposes to amend the "List of Announced Toxic Chemical Substances" under the "Toxic Chemical Substances Control Act" to include the restrictions on the use of certain types of phthalates which are found to be hazardous to health and the environment.
1 May 2009
14. Argentina Publishes New Resolution for Lead Limits
The Argentine Government has published a new Resolution 7/2009 pertaining to the lead limit requirements for paints, lacquers and varnishes.
28 April 2009
15. Bisphenol-A (BPA) Updates in US
The US Congress has proposed a bill in March this year to ban the use of BPA in "reusable food container" and "other food containers".
24 April 2009
16. Sweden will ban all use of mercury on 1 June 2009
On 15 January 2009, the Swedish government made a decision to ban mercury and articles that contain mercury. The ban will take effect on 1 June 2009.
24 Feb 2009
17. Dimethylfumarate (DMF) : A Major Public Health Problem
Because of serious allergic reactions to DMF in France and in other European countries, a decree has been published by DGCCRF (French Authority) on 5th of December 2008 to stop the import of shoes and armchairs/sofas with this substance for 1 year at least.
20 Jan 2009
18. Taiwan Bans Di-n-octyl Phthalate in Cosmetic Products
The Department of Health of Taiwan has announced to prohibit the use of Di-n-octyl phthalate (CAS Number: 117-84-0) in cosmetic products by taking the following measures: 1. Adding of Di-n-octyl phthalate to the list of prohibited cosmetic ingredients;
1 Jan 2009
19. FAQ on US Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has published more answers to FAQs with regards to the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Below are some of the key points.
1 Jan 2009
20. US CPSC Public Meetings on Lead and XRF Technolog
A. XRF technology can be used by manufacturers to issue a general certificate of conformity for lead content. However, wet chemistry will be required when 3rd party testing becomes mandatory in August of 2009.
1 Dec 2008
 
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