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Mar 16, 2015

CFS Consults on the Proposed Regulatory Framework Concerning Infant and Follow-up Formula

The Hong Kong Center for Food Safety (CFS) has opened for public opinion the consultation document entitled Proposed Regulatory Framework on Nutrition and Health Claims on Infant Formula,…

Mar 16, 2015

Connecticut Introduces Bills Related to the Task Force on Cadmium in Children’s Jewelry

The State of Connecticut has introduced bills to regulate cadmium in children’s jewelry. Both bills pertain to the implementation of the Task Force on Cadmium in Children’s Jewelry. H.B…

Mar 16, 2015

EC Updates Approved Plastic FCMs List

The European Commission has released a new regulation, amending and correcting Regulation (EU) No 10/2011on plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food. Added…

Mar 16, 2015

ECHA Announces Delay in UK Restriction Dossier on Two Cosmetic Ingredients

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has announced the new expected date of submission of UK of its restriction dossier on cosmetic ingredients octamethylcyclotetrasiloxan (known as D4,…

Mar 16, 2015

ECHA Opens Public Consultation for 2 Active Substances under BPR (EU)

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has opened a public consultation for two active substances under the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR). The two active substances are now in the list…

Mar 16, 2015

EFSA Confirms Safety of BPA Exposure in Foodstuffs and of FCM Substance Use

The European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA) panel on food contact materials, enzymes, flavorings and processing aids (CEF) has concluded that the current exposure levels to bisphenol A (BPA…

Mar 16, 2015

EU Parliament Adopts Resolution for Mandatory Meat Origin Labeling Proposal

The Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have adopted a resolution aiming for the European Commission (EC) to create legislation for the mandatory meat origin labeling for processed…

Mar 16, 2015

FDA Proposes Amendment to the Statute for Control of Cosmetic Hygiene

The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing amendments to the Statute for Control of Cosmetic Hygiene. The proposal takes into consideration that current cosmetic regulations…

Mar 16, 2015

FDA Reopens Comment Period on Generic Drug Labeling Rule

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reopened a comment period for its proposed rule “Supplemental Applications Proposing Labeling Changes for Approved Drugs and Biological Products…

Mar 16, 2015

FluoroCouncil Publishes Guide Document on Best Environmental Practices for Textile Industry

The FluoroCouncil, an association representing leading companies that manufacture, formulate or process FluoroTechnology products, has released “Guidance for Best Environmental Practices …

Mar 16, 2015

France Passes Law Regarding Electromagnetic Waves in Areas Frequented by Children

The French Parliament has enacted a law regulating public exposure to electromagnetic waves. The provisions of the law include the following: Submission to the government of calculations…

Mar 16, 2015

Health Canada Announces Launch of New Online Information Tool for Common Medications (Canada)

Health Canada has launched the Drug and Health Product Register, an online information tool containing safety details about commonly used medicines and vaccines. Mobile-friendly, the tool…

Mar 16, 2015

Hong Kong Publishes Safety Ordinance for Toys and Children’s Products

The government of Hong Kong has published the Toys and Children's Products Safety Ordinance, Amendment of Schedules 1 and 2, Notice 2015 that updates the safety standards for toys and some…

Mar 16, 2015

Illinois Amends Sanitary Food Preparation Act

The State of Illinois is amending the Sanitary Food Preparation Act to include indoor play areas within food establishments. IL HB 1372: Food Prep Indoor Play Areas defines an indoor play…

Mar 16, 2015

INMETRO Consults on Cadmium and Lead in Jewelry

Brazil’s National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (INMETRO) has opened a public consultation to gather information on the proposed prohibited marketing or sale of jewelry…

Mar 16, 2015

ISO Announces Publication Date of ISO/FDIS 8124-5 Standard for Toy Safety

The International Standards Organization (ISO) has announced the publication date of ISO/FDIS 81245 Safety of toys-Part 5: Determination of total concentration of certain elements in toys. …

Mar 16, 2015

KATS Publishes Safety Confirmation for Children’s Products

The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has published safety confirmation documents for a variety of children’s products. The release of these documents are in accordance with…

Mar 16, 2015

Lawmakers Create Bill to Unify Food Safety Agency (USA)

Illinois Senator Dick Durbin and Connecticut Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro have introduced bills to unify all food safety agencies, solely intended to protect the public health. The Safe Food…

Mar 16, 2015

Maine DEP Proposes Designation of Formaldehyde and Phthalates as Priority Chemicals

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has released two draft rules proposing the designation of formaldehyde and four phthalates as priority chemicals, under the Toxic…

Mar 16, 2015

Mexico Announces Implementation of Import Licensing Requirement for Footwear

The government of Mexico has announced the implementation of import licensing measures designed to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of domestic footwear manufacturers. The…