News from ECHA
| Hazardous chemicals found in cosmetic products A pilot enforcement project by ECHA’s Enforcement Forum found that 6 % of inspected cosmetic products contained hazardous substances banned under Persistent Organic Pollutants and REACH regulations.
The national enforcement authorities in 13 European Economic Area countries checked nearly 4 500 cosmetic products, mainly looking at the ingredients list, for the presence of: perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA);long chain perfluorocarboxylic acids (PFCAs) and related substances; andcyclic siloxnes D4 and D5.The authorities found that 285 of the inspected cosmetics included hazardous chemicals whose use is banned in these products. |
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ECHA
One Health: a unified approach for a healthier future Have a look at our new web page that gives examples on how ECHA’s work for chemical safety contributes to the One Health cooperation with other EU Agencies.
The concept of One Health recognises the connections between the health of people, animals, plants, and our shared environment. It emphasises the need for a transdisciplinary approach to prevent and respond to health threats.
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Open positions
Reminder: IT Solution Architect We are looking for an IT Solution Architect with strong background in IT architecture and business analytics.
Our ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills, and a track record of delivering on challenging objectives. If you are curious, analytical and have experience in project management, check our vacancy notice and apply until noon 14 November 2024. |
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