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  • Defining a reasonable, safe and efficient system for the notification of polymers.pdf

    Uploaded 17 Nov 2021

    Defining a system for the notification of polymers

    The European Commission is working to extend registration requirements for polymers, currently exempted from registration under EU REACH. The Commission is considering requesting industry to notify of certain polymers’ information. This FEICA leaflet explains why the notification of polymers should be limited to a concise dataset and analytical or test data should not be required at the notification stage.

    Publication ref.: FMI-EX-K10-052

    #REACH #polymers


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  • FEICA response after the 5th CARACAL Polymers meeting.pdf

    Uploaded 15 Nov 2021

    FEICA response after the 5th CARACAL Polymers meeting

    The European Commission is working on a proposal to extend registration requirements to polymers (currently exempted) under REACH. The FEICA polymers task force is very active on the topic, being represented in the CARACAL polymers subgroup (CASG polymers) with two seats.

    This paper includes FEICA’s comments from the 5th CASG polymers meeting which was held on 20 October 2021. It discusses the polyesters exemption, the definition of polymers of low concern, the polymeric precursors exemption, the grouping of polymers and the notification of polymers.

    Publication ref.: POP-EX-K11-062

    #REACH #polymers


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  • FEICA SWEDs (Version 2.1 - revised Jan. 2021).xlsx

    Uploaded 15 Nov 2021

  • FEICA Polymeric Precursors.pdf

    Uploaded 10 Nov 2021

    Polymeric Precursors Exemption

    Within the context of the registration of polymers, a potential exemption for polymeric precursors is under consideration. The European Commission is proposing an exemption for polymeric precursors handled like intermediates under REACH. Given the importance for the adhesive and sealant industry, FEICA published a presentation explaining the difference between polymeric precursors and intermediates, and the benefits of a full exemption for polymeric precursors.

    You can view the presentation here.

    Publication ref.: FMI-EX-K11-061

    #REACH #polymers


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  • FEICA CONNECT 46 - October 2021.pdf

    Uploaded 09 Nov 2021

    CONNECT 46 | October 2021

    CONNECT is the quarterly newsletter for FEICA members and stakeholders of the adhesive and sealant industry.

    IN THIS ISSUE:

    - The FEICA 2021-2026 Market Report is out 

    - PU training platform launched 

    - New FEICA board elected

    - Save the Date for FEICA 2022 

    - FEICA-commissioned study on the safety of packaging hotmelts 

    - Slovenian presidency of the EU Council publishes FEICA papers

    - New AFICAM Working Group

    - Validity of FEICA Model-EPDs extended

    - Defining a system for the notification of polymers

    - Mixture Assessment Factor explained in eight languages

    - FEICA response to the public consultation for the simplification and digitalisation of labelling

    - News and views

    - FEICA speaks at conferences around the globe

    - Member Portrait: ASEFCA

    - DUCC celebrates its 20th Anniversary (2001-2021)

    Publication ref.: FMI-EX-K11-061

    #CONNECT


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  • FEICA input to ECHA call for evidence on MCCP.pdf

    Uploaded 08 Nov 2021

    MCCP - ECHA 2nd Call for Evidence for Restriction Proposal

    FEICA has provided input to the 1st ECHA call for evidence -CfE- (December 2020) to support the preparation of an SVHC Annex XV report on Alkanes, C14-17, chloro (MCCPs); input included FEICA Fact Sheets and previously conducted Test Reports.

    In March 2021, FEICA also provided input to the United Kingdom Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) proposal to nominate C14-17 ≥ 45%Cl (MCCP) to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) global Stockholm Convention list on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs).

    At the second CfE on the planned restriction regulation on MCCP, FEICA has resubmitted the same set of data we shared on the first CfE.

    Publication ref.: POP-EX-K11-059

    #OCF #SVHC


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  • Position Paper on Essential Uses.pdf

    Uploaded 05 Nov 2021

    Essential Use Concept - Position Paper on its Scope of Application

    FEICA, partner of the Essential Use Concept Alliance, has co-signed this position paper together with 30 other associations in the chemical value chain supporting the debate on Essential Use. In this paper, the Alliance points to the importance of regulatory efficiency and overall sustainability by carefully considering its scope of applicability. 

    Publication ref.: COS-EX-K08-044

    #circulareconomy #sustainabledevelopment


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  • Press Release: FEICA-commissioned study on the safety of packaging hotmelts.pdf

    Uploaded 29 Oct 2021

    Press Release: FEICA-commissioned study on the safety of packaging hotmelts October 2021

    Study looks into the potential migration of mineral oil hydrocarbons from typical packaging hotmelts

    Publication ref.: FMI-EX-K10-054

    #foodcontact #paper&packaging #press


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  • FEICA-commissioned study on the safety of packaging hotmelts October 2021.pdf

    Uploaded 29 Oct 2021

    Study on oligomeric hydrocarbons from hotmelt adhesives used in cardboard packaging 

    FEICA commissioned a study from Laboratory Lommatzsch & Säger to look into the potential migration of mineral oil hydrocarbons from typical packaging hotmelts. This study, titled 'Extraction, migration simulation and storage test regarding oligomeric hydrocarbons from hotmelt adhesives used in cardboard packaging', is now available for the food packaging value chain and regulators.

    #foodcontact #paper&packaging #MOSH #MOAH


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  • BASA Advisory note to FEICA - UKREACH.pdf

    For members Uploaded 19 Oct 2021

    BASA Advisory Note on UKREACH for EU suppliers into GB market

    Lorna Williams, BASA Executive Officer and General Secretary, has shared an advisory note for FEICA members on UKREACH and the implications for EU suppliers to GB customers. As with EU REACH most polymers are currently exempt from UKREACH registration obligations, but the monomers and chemical substances used to manufacture polymers are required to be registered if imported into GB above 1T per annum (the same as for EU REACH). BASA is producing templates, guides, and advice to BASA member companies, and these are available on the Members-only area of the BASA website. For more information on UKREACH or BASA membership, please visit the BASA Website. 
    #REACH


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