The main driver of deforestation and forest degradation is the expansion of agricultural land, which is linked to the production of seven commodities: cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya, and wood; and some of their derived products, such as leather or furniture.
There are many directives and regulations that address product compliance. Still it is practically impossible to cover all risks for all consumer products. The solution is a broad-based legislation to fill possible gaps and to complement existing and future legislation.
ESPR, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation provides the framework for more sustainable and circular products.
The EN 18031-series of standards will soon be harmonised and then provide a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements in Article 3(3) of the RED 2014/53/EU and Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/30 on cybersecurity.
The PFHxA restriction enters into force on 10 October 2024, taking effect after transitional periods between 18 months and 5 years.
Overall, around 145,000 tonnes of microplastics are estimated to be used in the EU each year. And 42,000 tonnes of these microplastics end up in the environment from products intentionally containing them. The largest contribution with up to 16,000 tonnes is made by granules from artificial turf pitches.
On January 21st, 2025, ECHA added another five substances to the SVHC Candidate List, it contains now 247 substances.
How laboratories decide on conditions for Food Contact Materials (FCM) migration tests
There will be a new regulation on the safety of toys. On July 28, the European Commission published a proposal. This proposal will be voted on in rounds by the European Parliament and the Council and is expected to be largely approved in the foreseeable future.
At EQOM, our commitment to product and social compliance is central to our operations as an importer, distributor, and brand owner. Adapting to the evolving European legislative framework is essential to maintaining our shared success.
The main driver of deforestation and forest degradation is the expansion of agricultural land, which is linked to the production of seven commodities: cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya, and wood; and some of their derived products, such as leather or furniture.
There are many directives and regulations that address product compliance. Still it is practically impossible to cover all risks for all consumer products. The solution is a broad-based legislation to fill possible gaps and to complement existing and future legislation.
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A deep dive into the Digital Product Passport (DPP) that will transform the landscape on sustainability of all products
ESPR, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation provides the framework for more sustainable and circular products.
The performance assessment systems of Construction Products Regulation (EU) 305/2011.