TRACES NT Platform: Importing Fertilizers Containing Animal By-Products

Entering into European regulatory procedures can be a real challenge for companies outside the European Union (EU), as the EU has some of the strictest legislation in the world in terms of public health, animal and environmental protection. In this context, fertilisers made from animal by-products are subject to several specific controls, from their origin…

Chile Moves Towards Recognising Pesticide Registrations Authorised in the EU and the United States

A regulatory opportunity for companies with plant protection products already authorised in reference markets Chile has established a procedure that may, under specific conditions, recognise the assessment process of technical-grade active substances previously authorised by the US EPA or by the competent authorities of the European Union. In addition, Chile’s Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero —SAG—…

Labelling of Fertilisers and Biostimulants in the European Union

The label of a fertiliser or biostimulant is an essential part of its marketing. Incorrect information may lead to delays, requests from the competent authorities, penalties or reputational damage to the company. For this reason, before placing a product on the market, it is important to determine which legislation applies and what information must appear…

PCN Notification for hazardous mixtures: requirements and UFI code

The placing on the market in the European Union of a chemical mixture classified as hazardous under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008, due to its physical hazards or effects on human health, may require— in addition to a safety data sheet and a label compliant with the CLP Regulation—notification to the poison centres of each Member…