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Deltamethrin: proposal of CLH classification

On July 7, 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) published Sweden’s proposal for the harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) of deltamethrin, an ingredient already suspected of acting as an endocrine disruptor.

CLH classifications: two consultations, one intention

On July 1, 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) announced the launch of two consultations on proposals for harmonized classification and labeling (CLH), one for Dimethyl Imidazolidinone and the other for Benzyl Benzoate. It also published a new classification intention for Butyrolactone, a fragrance ingredient.

Trimethylolpropane: Intention of CLH classification

On 24 June 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) announced Norway’s intention to introduce the harmonised classification and labelling (CLH) of Trimethylolpropane, specifically in Repr. 1B.

REACH restriction on Octocrylene: consultation on the ECHA SEAC Opinion

On 17 June 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) launched a 60-day consultation on the draft opinion of its Socio-Economic Analysis Committe (SEAC) regarding the proposal to restrict Octocrylene put forward by France. The consultation is open for comments and contributions until 17 August 2026.

n-Phenyl-p-Phenylenediamine: Proposal of CLH classification

On 17 June 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) forwarded Belgium’s proposal for the harmonised classification and labelling (CLH) of n-Phenyl-p-Phenylenediamine, a hair dyeing ingredient.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Consultation on the CLH classification of Maleic Acid

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On April 20, 202, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) opened a consultation on Austria’s proposal for harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) of...

Thursday, April 2, 2026

CLH classifications: Intention for Climbazole, proposal for Benzylhemiformal

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On 1 April 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) announced that two preservatives used in cosmetics were the subject of an intention for harmonis...

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Restrictions on PFAS in Europe: moving towards a ban with no exemptions for cosmetics

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The lengthy process of restricting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Europe is entering its final stages. The opinion of the RAC (Risk Ass...

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

The CoRAP 2026–2028 published by ECHA

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On 24 March 2026, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published the updated Community Rolling Action Plan (CoRAP) for the years 2026, 2027, and 2028....

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

PFAS, Octocrylene, Cannabidiol...: work and opinions of the ECHA RAC

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On March 18, 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) provided an update on the latest meeting of its Scientific Committees. Topics of interest to t...

Monday, March 16, 2026

Consultation on the CLH classification of Hydrochloric Acid

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On March 16, 202, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) opened a consultation on Latvia’s proposal for harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) of ...

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Deltamethrin: Intention of CLH classification

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On March 4, 2026, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced Sweden’s intention to introduce harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) for Delt...

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Consultation on the CLH classification of Benzotriazole

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On March 2, 2026, ECHA (European Chemicals Agency) launched a consultation on Germany’s proposal for harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) of B...

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Ammonium Vanadate: CLH classification proposal

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On February 18, 2026, ECHA (European Chemicals Agency) published France’s proposal for the harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) of Ammonium Va...

Thursday, February 5, 2026

n-Phenyl-p-Phenylenediamine: Intention of CLH classification

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On February 4, 2026, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced Belgium’s intention to introduce harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) for ...

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

CLH classifications: consultation for 1,4-Butanediol, proposal for Benzyl Benzoate

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On January 28, 2026, ECHA (European Chemicals Agency) launched a consultation on Germany’s proposal for harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) o...

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Intention of CLH classification for Benzyl Benzoate

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On 21 January 2026, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced Belgium’s intention to amend the harmonised classification and labelling (CLH) of B...