Update to the GB guidance document on endocrine disruptor assessments of biocidal non-active substances HSE has updated the GB guidance document: Bridging the endocrine disruptor assessment of biocidal non-active substances with UK and EU REACH screening and assessment.
This update includes: - removal of the requirement for applicants to provide a literature review for non-target organisms
- correction of broken links to external websites
GB had previously retained the requirement to conduct a literature review for non-target organisms to provide wider assurance on the potential for endocrine disruption (ED) impacts on the environment. Whilst HSE considers that the literature review added value, we have determined that the database checks outlined in the bridging document are sufficient to capture all relevant information on potential ED properties of co-formulants. HSE is confident that this will adequately address the potential risk to non-target organisms.
The guidance should be used for applications with immediate effect.The updated guidance is available on our website. | 
