Different definitions of biological products: Europe and United States

The global regulatory framework for biological products is always changing, especially in the United States (USA) and Europe (EU). These changes bring both challenges and opportunities for those who develop and market these products. These new regulatory frameworks, although they require more rigorous compliance and force us to adapt, also ensure products reach the market…

Registering products with microorganisms in Europe

The development and use of microorganism-based fertilisers has increased due to the harmful effects on the environment generated by the excessive and/or inappropriate application of chemical fertilisers. Due to environmental regulations and EU agricultural policy promoting the adoption and use of organic products and organic farming, the agricultural sector in Europe is adopting sustainable practices…

5 years of application of the Mutual Recognition Regulation 2019/515

There are 2 different ways to register a fertilizer or biostimulant product in Europe: As a complement to national registrations and EU Regulation 2019/515, the principle of mutual recognition applies to the free movement of products in the internal market. This avoids unjustified barriers to trade. Its main objective is to strengthen the functioning of…

What are biostimulants and how are they changing agriculture today?

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In the ongoing search for more sustainable, eco-friendly agricultural practices, biostimulants are a promising tool for improving soil health, being less dependent on chemical fertilisers and pesticides, and fostering biodiversity in farmlands. For a long time, there was no specific definition or category for biostimulants. However, EU law 2019/1009 laid out a precise definition of…

Anaerobic Digestion and its Sustainable Impact

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Efficient management of organic waste is key to moving towards a more sustainable future. As a result, anaerobic digestion, also known as biomethanation, is emerging as an innovative solution that can turn organic materials into valuable resources. At Sun Chemicals Services, we are proud to present this process and explain its importance for the industry….

Sun Chemicals Services Leading the Way in Registering Fertilizers and Biostimulants in Europe

At Sun Chemicals Services, we are proud of our team of highly skilled and experienced professionals in the biological sector. This diversity of talents enables us to thoroughly understand the intricacies and regulations of global markets, empowering us to provide efficient and agile solutions for registering fertilizers, biostimulants, and biopesticides in Europe. In the year…

Exciting News: Important Update on Plant Protection Product Regulations in Turkey!

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We are thrilled to share some exciting news regarding significant updates in the regulations governing the licensing and marketing of new plant protection products! As of March 14, 2024, a revised directive has been introduced, marking a pivotal moment in our industry. One of the most noteworthy changes in this update is the elimination of…

KKDIK – The Turkish REACH

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In a previous blog we talked about the REACH Regulation, a European Union regulation that deals with the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemical Substances and Mixtures. There are some countries such as Korea, Japan, China, and Turkey that have regulations like REACH, with the same purpose, but with a different procedure. In this…

The Future of EU Agriculture: The Withdrawal of the SUR Regulation

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In this blog we will discuss a crucial issue that has captured the attention of farmers, legislators and citizens equally: the withdrawal of the Sustainable Use of Pesticides Regulation (SUR) by the European Commission, presided over by Ursula von der Leyen. The SUR regulation, presented in June 2022, had the ambitious goal of a 50%…