The Vireo Advisors blog brings you the latest news and developments in safe, sustainable and bio-based materials and products including novel foods and sustainable nanomaterials.
January 1, 2020 Deadline Approaches for REACH Requirements for Nanomaterials
In an October press release, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) reminded companies of the January 1, 2020 deadline by which more information concerning nanomaterials in the EU market must be provided under REACH Regulation.
USDA Releases Decision Tool for National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard
The USDA has released a Decision Tool which is intended to help companies determine whether or not they must comply with the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard.
PFAS Legislation Passes in House
The House of Representatives has passed legislation on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as part of amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act.
EPA Announces Plan to Reduce Animal Testing
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced this month that they will provide $4.25 million in funding to five universities to research the development and use of alternative test methods and strategies with the goal of reducing, replacing, or refining animal testing in the U.S.
PFAS Legislation Passes in House
The House of Representatives has passed legislation on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as part of amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act.