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regulation
November 16, 2016
European Commission releases revised draft criteria for identification of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs); Member States to discuss the revised proposals on November 18
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November 11, 2016
Four NGOs launch the Plastics BAN (Better Alternatives Now) List; identify the most harmful plastic products on the market and suggest readily-available alternatives; California voters approve plastic bags ban
Topics: regulation, substitution
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November 10, 2016
Non-profit organization ChemSec, part of EDC-Free Europe, deems revised EU EDC criteria do not adequately protect public health and environment
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November 4, 2016
Draft legal act on EDC identification criteria finds little support by EU Member States; European Commission to change draft, aiming to find a majority among Member States
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November 3, 2016
Belgium passes Royal Decree on varnishes and coatings intended to come into contact with foodstuffs
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November 1, 2016
Podium discussion at Food Packaging Forum 2016 workshop highlights recycling, reuse and waste collection opportunities and challenges for food packaging in the circular economy
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November 1, 2016
Experts from industry and academia explain fundamental concepts and legal background of chemical substitutions; discuss practical challenges in replacing chemicals of concern in food packaging materials
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October 24, 2016
DG SANTE publishes summaries of recent meetings concerning the proposed EDC identification criteria; asks EFSA and ECHA to develop a harmonized guidance document for the implementation of EDC criteria
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October 24, 2016
Editorial in The Gleaner discusses a potential ban of plastic and styrofoam food containers in Jamaica
Topics: regulation, styrene
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October 14, 2016
EFSA published its appraisal of two studies on developmental immunotoxicity of bisphenol A; evidence from animal studies deemed useful but insufficient to judge on human health effects
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