Recently, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has issued additional requirements for inquiries regarding Carbon Black (CAS 1333-86-4 | EC 215-609-9).

Cyclosiloxanes, including D4, D5, and D6, are a class of organosilicon compounds with unique chemical structures. Widely used across multiple industries, they have also drawn significant attention due to their potential environmental and health risks. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the EU’s recent regulatory developments targeting these substances.

On March 19, 2025, The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced significant advancements in chemical regulation following the first joint meeting of its Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) and Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) in 2025. The committees reached multiple technical consensuses on key issues, including the proposed restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), marking a new phase in the EU’s chemical regulatory framework.

The Biocidal Products Committee (BPC) meeting was held in Helsinki, Finland, in February 2025. The meeting addressed the renewal evaluations of multiple active substances and the authorization of biocidal products. Below are the key discussions and outcomes:

On February 27, 2025, the French Parliament officially passed Bill No. 2025-188, making France the second European country after Denmark to systematically regulate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These "forever chemicals," notorious for their extreme persistence in the environment and potential health risks, will face phased bans across French markets over the next five years.

On 25 February 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced a public consultation to collect information regarding Candidates for Substitution. The consultation will remain open until 28 April 2025.

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On February 28, 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) initiated a public consultation under the EU REACH Regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regarding proposals to list three substances as Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs). Stakeholders may submit scientific or technical comments by April 14, 2025.

On February 6, 2025, Advocate General Ćapeta of the EU Court delivered an opinion on the appeal regarding the carcinogenic classification of titanium dioxide, supporting the positions of the European Commission and the French government and arguing that the previous ruling should be overturned. Previously, the European Commission's decision to classify titanium dioxide as a "suspected human carcinogen (Category 2 carcinogen) that may cause cancer through inhalation" was annulled by the General Court.

On February 18, 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) proposed adding n-hexane to the Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Candidate List due to its probable serious effects on human health. Currently, the relevant dossier for n-hexane is being actively prepared by the proposer and is expected to be submitted by August 4, 2025.