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Potential reclassification of talc: What coatings companies need to review now
A potential reclassification of talc raises practical questions for many coatings manufacturers. European Coatings has compiled a checklist for you that summarises the key tasks– from reviewing affected...
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Possible talc classification: implications for the paint industry
Nowadays, it’s almost impossible to imagine many paints and varnishes without talc. However, this functional filler is under scrutiny: in the ongoing CLH procedure, there is a risk of a Europe-wide harmonised...
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CLP: What coatings manufacturers must do now
Obligatory classification has applied to new substances since 1 May 2025 and will apply to new mixtures from 1 May 2026. These changes have direct consequences for formulations, ¬safety data sheets, and...
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EU packaging regulation enters into force: PFAS restrictions in food-contact packaging now in effect
The EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation has begun to apply across member states, introducing a harmonised framework for packaging and packaging waste. A key measure now in effect restricts the...
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Printing inks for food packaging – what’s new
Regulatory Compliance of food packaging inks is a field with constant developments. The EU Commission and national governments are adapting the legal provisions and also associations, like EuPIA, are constantly...
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REACH: European Commission postpones stricter chemical regulation plans
The European Commission has halted its plans for tighter regulation of chemical products, citing economic and political concerns. The decision sparks debates among industry players and environmental advocates....
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When digital security meets chemicals law
Following the national implementation of the NIS‑2 Directive in Germany’s NIS‑2 Implementation Act (NIS2UmsuCG) and especially the resulting amendments to the BSIG, many manufacturers and importers...
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Lead in paint: A hidden threat in Bangladesh
Lead contamination in paint remains a serious public health issue in Bangladesh, with recent studies showing dangerously high levels in many decorative paints, though the government is now finalising a...
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ECHA backs EU-wide restriction on PFAS in coatings and beyond
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has voiced its support for a proposed EU-wide restriction on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The move aims to address environmental and health concerns...
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The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation: What coating firms need to know
If you think the regulatory burden for coatings firms is already high, get ready for the next big thing – the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) (Regulation (EU) 2025/40). This new rule,...
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Canada updates risk assessment framework for nanomaterials in coatings
The Canadian government has revised its risk assessment framework for nanomaterials, aiming to improve safety standards in coatings and other industrial applications. The updates reflect advancements in...
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China’s Hazardous Chemicals Safety Law: What companies need to know
China’s Hazardous Chemicals Safety Law was officially adopted on December 27, 2025, following its third review at the 19th Session of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People’s Congress....
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EU-wide restriction of PFAS: ECHA draft takes shape
The Committee for Socio-economic Analysis (SEAC) has published its draft opinion on an EU-wide restriction proposal for PFAS. The decision could have far-reaching consequences for the paints and coatings...
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EuPIA launches new charter for raw material selection in printing inks
The European Printing Ink Association (EuPIA) has introduced its “Charter on Raw Material Selection and Exclusion for Printing Inks and Related Products”, prioritising worker safety and sustainable...