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Amendment BPR for Data Protection: Extension Enters into Force
On 15 June 2026, Regulation (EU) 2026/1165 entered into force, amending the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) and extending data protection for certain active substance dossiers until 31 December 2030. The amendment addresses a long-standing concern arising from delays in the Review Programme for existing active substances and restores protection that had expired at the end of 2025.
Jul 13 min read
Extension of Data Protection Under the EU Biocidal Products Regulation: Key Regulatory Insights for Companies
In December 2025, the European Commission published a targeted legislative proposal under its Food and Feed Safety Simplification Omnibus. One of its most relevant elements for the biocides sector is a proposed amendment to Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 (the Biocidal Products Regulation, or BPR), extending certain data protection periods for active substances still undergoing review.
Feb 113 min read
EU Steps Up: What We’ve Learned from Assessing Endocrine Disruptors in Pesticides and Biocides
In recent years, few regulatory topics have attracted as much attention as endocrine disruptors, chemicals capable of interfering with hormone systems in humans and wildlife. Their potential effects on development, reproduction, and environmental health have prompted increasingly rigorous scrutiny across the globe.
Dec 10, 20254 min read
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