In 2008, the European Parliament and the Council jointly adopted the Decision No. 768/2008/EC aiming to set a common framework for a new Industrial Policy. Read more
Industrial and mechanical
«A new industrial strategy for Europe» an update
The Industrial Forum was created in 2021 to assist the Commission in implementing the 2020 «new industrial strategy for Europe». On the 2nd of December 2021, the Forum’s third meeting took place! Read the full article to discover the latest update about it.
Are teeth-whitening products for personal use safe?
Are teeth-whitening products for personal use safe?
European Commission launches the High Level Construction Forum
On September 28, 2021, the European Commission launched the first meeting of High- Level construction forum! The main goal is to establish a new construction ecosystem; digitalized and under the green policy.
Sale of counterfeit goods on the Internet: Measures supported by the industry
The online market for counterfeit products has expanded over the last two decades, endangering the interests of several stakeholders. Read about it here.
European Commission proposes new classification and labelling of chemicals under CLP
Classification and labelling of substances and mixtures is covered by the Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation ((EC) No 1272/2008). Find out more about it here.
The New Machinery Regulation Proposal: Enhanced Safety through a Simpler Framework
The Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC is a key piece of EU legislation that follows the ‘New approach‘ principles. Read about the new proposal to update this legislation.
Fighting a threat to public security: Regulation on marketing and use of explosives precursors
Regulation (EU) 2019/1148 on the marketing and use of explosives precursors entered into force on February 1, 2021, amending Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 and repealing Regulation (EU) No. 98/2013.
ECHA, REACH and Animal Testing
Read more on testing and marketing bans in the EU.
Final SCCS Opinion on the safety of presence of BPA in clothing articles published
The EU Commission and its Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published its final opinion on presence of Bisphenol A (BPA) in clothing articles.