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Working for #ChemicalSafetyEU | We are a regulatory agency of the European Union| Follow our news on LinkedIn and BlueSky | RTโ endorsements.
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Joined July 2011
Not sure whether you need to comply with the EUโs chemical legislation, #EU_REACH? Find out in the @EU_ECHAโs upcoming webinar! ๐
22 October ๐ https://t.co/QKhLVJcQXz
#ECHAforSMEs
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Great news for your health and the planet! ๐ The EU ๐ช๐บ has adopted a law to restrict all #PFAS in firefighting foams. This restriction, developed by ECHA, is another important step towards reducing PFAS pollution across Europe. #ChemicalSafetyEU
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๐ฃWe have launched a call for evidence on packaging, substances used in packaging and packaging waste and available recycling technologies related to packaging. Have your say by 28 October ๐ https://t.co/1SJf2p89X8
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We have launched a new section on our website showcasing ECHAโs scientific work โ progress on alternatives to animal testing, technical updates in chemical safety, upcoming scientific workshops, etc. Have a look! ๐ https://t.co/lwMJtSEVMY
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Scientists Study This Very Scary Climate Strategy" (from Mother Jones journal). Follow us for more: @GeoWatchNews
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Attending #Eurotox25? Come and visit us at booth B01 and engage with our scientists. You can also explore #ECHAscience by visiting our posters on alternatives to animal testing or new CLP criteria for endocrine disruptors, among other topics.
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We have launched a new section on our website showcasing ECHAโs scientific work โ progress on alternatives to animal testing, technical updates in chemical safety, upcoming scientific workshops, etc. Have a look! ๐ https://t.co/lwMJtSEVMY
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We have just published on our website the updated proposal to restrict #PFAS under #EU_REACH. The update takes into account the more than 5 600 comments that authorities from ๐ฉ๐ฐ, ๐ฉ๐ช, ๐ณ๐ฑ, ๐ธ๐ช and ๐ณ๐ด received during the 2023 consultation. ๐ https://t.co/0JvcQd0nDh
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During the summer, children tend to spend more hours at home. Accidents involving everyday #chemical products can happen at any time. Learn why #UFImattersEU
https://t.co/Qqzvk13P5m
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๐ In 2022, each EU resident generated about 186.5 kg of packaging waste. Have you thought about the chemicals that may be released into the environment? ๐ค We're now tasked to identify chemicals of concern in packaging and to propose restrictions. https://t.co/42WFOjMgZ3
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You can follow ECHA also in BlueSky. We look forward to connecting with you, engaging in meaningful conversations, and sharing updates on this platform. Follow us! https://t.co/LznktT4lgF
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Today is #EarthOvershootDay In 2025, our demand for ecological resources has already exceeded what ๐ can regenerate. With global population rising, a circular economy & working with nature are vital to sustain life. Letโs #MoveTheDate ๐ https://t.co/gg5lQ3v2Cc
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Share your expertise and contribute to #ChemicalSafetyEU! Check our open consultations on substance classification, restriction proposals, applications for authorisation, testing proposals and more. #EUHaveYourSay ๐ https://t.co/pgLC16sj4L
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#CleanWaterEU - We have opened the registration to join our workshop for Drinking Water Directive stakeholders in Helsinki or online on 27-28 October 2025. Read more about the programme and how to register: ๐ https://t.co/oG3YzROkJv
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Forever chemicals are polluting our waters ๐งชโ๐ Today's new European Chemicals Industry Action Plan reaffirms the ๐ช๐บCommissionโs commitment to minimise PFAS emissions through a robust, science-based restriction. Learn more ๐ https://t.co/B6XMiLnEaP
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Common rules for calculating & reporting recycled plastic in single-use plastic beverage bottles can help: ๐ช๐บ implement SUP rules โป๏ธ boost recycled content use ๐ฎ cut waste to incineration & landfill #EUHaveYourSay on this by 19 August๐ https://t.co/kpIYMf9AIq
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โญGood news for health & the environmentโญ We've added 3๏ธโฃ hazardous chemicals to #EUCandidateList of substances of very high concern #SVHCs. It now contains 250 entries for chemicals that can harm people or the environment. ๐ https://t.co/LW3v7SXJfu
#ChemicalSafetyEU | #EU_REACH
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๐To celebrate #EUPrideMonth, we created a human pride flag with our staff. With diverse backgrounds, stories, and nationalities, we are proudly united in diversity in Helsinki. #ECHA stands firm in its support for diversity, inclusion, and equal rights for all.๐
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๐โ๏ธ Midsummer magic โจ means barbecues, bonfires & fireworks ๐โ but safety comes first! Have you ever noticed symbols like the flame ๐ฅ or the explosion ๐ฅ on bottles of lighter fluid? Always read the label. Learn the pictograms ๐ https://t.co/cbv4Dae0yG
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๐ Signed today in Bilbao! @EU_ECHA ๐ค@EU_OSHA = renewed partnership for safer and healthier workplaces in Europe. Stronger focus on the exchange of information on #ChemicalRisks, prevention, policy support, and collaboration on regulatory science. https://t.co/lZwqjMaUra
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