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Policy pieces that cannot be directly linked to the green and digital transitions. Policy items that can be categorised as related to various areas of interest for the chemicals sector (e.g. skills, labour, etc.).

29 Mar 2025

EU acts to slash red tape and boost investment for a greener industrial future

New Commission proposals aim to simplify sustainability rules, ease compliance for businesses, and unlock billions in EU investment.

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29 Mar 2025

EU strengthens chemical safety rules with new additions to PIC Regulation

The EU has added 40 hazardous chemicals to its PIC Regulation, reinforcing export control and protection standards.

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Cross-cutting policy

29 Mar 2025

ECHA to oversee safety of food packaging materials across the EU

The European Commission has tasked ECHA with improving the safety of chemicals in food contact packaging.

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Cross-cutting policy

01 Jul 2025

Three hazardous substances added to EU’s candidate list of chemicals of concern

ECHA has listed three new substances of very high concern, raising the total number of entries to 250.

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Cross-cutting policy

01 Jul 2025

Commission proposes measures to cut EUR 400 million in business compliance costs

The Commission’s fourth Simplification Omnibus package proposes measures to reduce administrative burdens for EU companies, with a focus on SMEs and a new ‘small mid-cap’...

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Cross-cutting policy

29 Mar 2025

New EU chemical labelling rules aim to enhance safety and transparency across the market

Updated EU regulations on chemical labelling and hazard classification have entered into force, strengthening consumer safety and improving clarity for businesses across the chemicals sector.

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Cross-cutting policy

29 Mar 2025

EU moves to ban bisphenol A in food contact materials to protect public health

The European Commission adopts a sweeping ban on bisphenol A in food contact materials, citing serious health concerns.

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Cross-cutting policy

25 Aug 2025

Have your say on new energy market integrity and transparency rules

The Commission is seeking feedback on two important sets of draft rules aimed at making energy markets more transparent and fairer. These rules are being...

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Cross-cutting policy

25 Jul 2025

The 2028-2034 EU budget for a stronger Europe

The Commission’s EUR 2 trillion budget plan for 2028-2034 aims to equip the EU with the tools to lead on innovation, resilience, and regional cohesion...

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Cross-cutting policy

18 Aug 2025

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EU acts to slash red tape and boost investment for a greener industrial future

EU strengthens chemical safety rules with new additions to PIC Regulation

ECHA to oversee safety of food packaging materials across the EU

Three hazardous substances added to EU’s candidate list of chemicals of concern

Commission proposes measures to cut EUR 400 million in business compliance costs

New EU chemical labelling rules aim to enhance safety and transparency across the market

EU moves to ban bisphenol A in food contact materials to protect public health

Have your say on new energy market integrity and transparency rules

The 2028-2034 EU budget for a stronger Europe

Impact assessment on the Digital Product Passport

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