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REACH Nearly 300 chemicals identified as candidates for regulatory action: 21/04/2021; In 2020, ECHA assessed around 1 900 registered chemicals in groups.
290 of these may be candidates for further regulatory risk management at EU level if their hazards are confirmed.

REACH ECHA proposes seven substances for authorisation to protect people and the environment: 14/04/2021; ECHA recommends for the European Commission to add seven substances, including the cyclosiloxanes D4, D5 and D6, to the Authorisation List. Once on the list, companies will need to apply for authorisation to continue using them.

REACH CLP BPR PIC Supporting Montenegro and Serbia to prepare for EU chemicals laws: 16/03/2021; ECHA supports the accession countries to build capacity ahead of joining the EU. A study has assessed the gaps and needs of aligning to and implementing EU chemicals legislation in Montenegro and Serbia and proposes national action plans on how to move forward.

REACH Restricting hazardous chemicals protects millions of Europeans from serious diseases: 16/02/2021; EU-wide restrictions protect the health of citizens by reducing risks of serious illness such as cancers, sexual development disorders, asthma and skin allergies. They also prevent 100 000 tonnes of chemicals from polluting the environment every year.