The CPCA discusses upcoming Canadian TiO2 regulatory assessments in the wake of the European Union’s recent related decisions, specifically surrounding TiO2 carcinogen classification.
New and stricter regulations on the use of certain chemicals can pose significant operational challenges for industry. In printing inks, the use of PTFE is being impacted by new PFOA regulations in Europe as well as Japan and the United States.
Industry must continue to make the case for chemicals in manufactured products to continue supplying valuable and reasonably priced products demanded by consumers in Canada.
According to the watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition, paint products in aerosol cans containing significant levels of lead are still offered for sale by offline and online retailers in the Philippines despite the ban on such paints.
The National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Jennifer C. Gibson testified before the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) on Sept. 21, 2021.
The latest survey of British Coatings Federation (BCF) members reveals UK coatings manufacturers are increasingly concerned about the effects of the new UK chemical regulations.
Government, industry and civil society groups in the Philippines applauded the shortlisting of the country’s landmark lead paint regulation for the Future Policy Award 2021 (FPA 2021) by the World Future Council.