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After more than twenty-five years of negotiations, the European Union and the Mercosur countries — Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay — finalized their trade agreement. Provisionally applied since 1 May 2026, the agreement marks a major step in economic relations between Europe and South America. For European companies in cosmetics, fragrance and home fragrance, the issue is twofold: benefiting from progressively improved commercial access to high-potential markets, while continuing to comply with regulatory requirements that remain largely national. Although the EU–Mercosur agreement creates new opportunities, it does not remove product registration obligations, labelling requirements or the need for a local responsible party in the countries concerned. For European brands, success will depend not only on commercial strategy, but also on early regulatory planning.
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Probiotics and prebiotics are essential for gut health. Learn about the differences between them, the official authorization of the term "probiotics" for food supplements, and the conditions that must be met to use this term on labels.
Food supplements are concentrated sources of nutrients or other substances with a nutritional effect. The industry is facing stricter regulations to ensure safety and efficacy. Regulatory obligations vary by country, with compliance being crucial for safety and accuracy.
Formic acid has been approved as an active substance for TP 2, 3, 4, and 5 from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2034. The authorization of biocidal products containing it requires risk assessments, user category considerations, and residue analysis to ensure safety.
The European Commission has approved Chrysanthemum cinerariaefolium extract for use in type 18 biocidal products, effective February 1, 2025. This decision follows a thorough evaluation under Directive 98/8/EC, aiming to enhance pest control measures.
The European Commission's 19th and 20th ATPs amend Annex VI of CLP, revising classifications for boron compounds and 2-EHA. New notes provide guidance on hazard additivity and classification. These changes impact the chemical industry, requiring compliance by February 2025.
The public consultation on the proposed restriction of 10,000 PFAS in the EEA concluded with over 6,000 comments, mainly from industry stakeholders seeking exemptions. ECHA will review these inputs, which highlight PFAS's critical role in various sectors despite environmental concerns.
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