Positive list for printing inks in food contact materials comes into force soon
With the referenced article (2776), we provided information about the amendment to the Consumer Goods Regulation (BedGgstV). This amendment established regulations for printed food contact materials...
Definition of classes of performance for the resistance to fire of construction products according to the CPR 2024
Since 8 January 2026, the new Construction Products Regulation (EU) 2024/3110 (CPR 2024) has been directly applicable in every EU Member State. It replaces the Construction Products Regulation (EU) No...
Publication of European practical guidelines on legal guarantee and commercial guarantee labels
With the referenced articles below, we provided information on new pre-contractual information obligations in physical retail and distance selling, introduced by the EmpCo Directive. Before the...
New website of the Federal Network Agency with information and services on the EU Data Act
In the below-referenced article 5678, we reported on the entry into force of the German Data Act Implementation and Enforcement Act (Datenverordnung-Anwendungs-und-Durchsetzungs-Gesetz, DADG). This...
The law for the implementation of the EU Data Act in Germany
Since 12 September 2025, Regulation (EU) 2023/2854 (EU Data Act) has been largely directly applicable in all EU member states. It establishes harmonised rules for fair data access and fair data usage...
Amendment to the REACH Regulation on the microplastics ban
With the referenced article below, we reported on the inclusion of synthetic polymer microparticles (commonly referred to as microplastics) in Annex XVII of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH...
Draft for the amendment of maximum levels of PFAS in drinking water
In order to further minimise the intake of PFAS through food, the currently applicable and already outdated maximum limits for PFAS in drinking water are to be revised. The maximum concentrations are...
With the referenced article below, we informed about the publication and the new requirements of the Batteries Regulation (EU) 2023/1542. Among other things, new requirements for the removability and...
Designation of technical standards for recreational craft, incomplete recreational craft and components
The Inland Waterway Transport Ordinance (Binnenschifffahrtsverordnung) sets out basic requirements for recreational craft, incomplete recreational craft, recreational craft undergoing substantial...
Directive on maximum levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) published
Instructions are binding orders issued by the Federal Office for Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs (Bundesamtes für Lebensmittelsicherheit und Veterinärwesen (BLV)) for the oversight and coordination...
Third amendment to the Enamel and Ceramics Evaluation Criteria Document will soon be legally binding
In the referenced article below, we reported on the enactment of the third amendment to the Evaluation Criteria Document for enamels and ceramic materials in contact with drinking water. As part of...
Change of the application form for the approval of feed additives and the designation of target animal species
According to Regulation (EC) No. 1831/2003, additives intended for use in animal nutrition must be authorised. Implementing provisions for this are contained in Regulation (EC) No. 429/2008. In the...
Inclusion of terphenyl in annex XVII of the REACH regulation planned
The Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, also known as the REACH Regulation, establishes rules for the registration, evaluation, authorisation, and restriction of chemical substances. Annex XVII of the...
Partial revision of the FAV to supplement the Real Time Text feature on smartphones
To make the emergency services of the police, fire brigade, and ambulance more accessible, especially for people with hearing impairments, a partial revision of the Ordinance on Telecommunications...
AFFL statement on the categorisation of teewurst in category 1.3 according to the regulation on microbiological criteria
The working group on meat and poultry meat hygiene and specific questions concerning food of animal origin (AFFL) is a working group of the Länderarbeitsgemeinschaft Verbraucherschutz (LAV), the...
According to Regulation (EC) No. 1924/2006, only those health claims that are explicitly authorised may be used in the labelling and advertising of food products. The present regulation (EU) 2026/1118...
Correction of the criteria of the EU Ecolabel for specific paints, varnishes and coatings
In the referenced article below, we reported on the publication of Decision (EU) 2025/2607, which establishes criteria for awarding the EU Ecolabel for decorative paints and varnishes, specialty...
In the referenced article below, we reported on the new exemptions for the use of cobalt in toys. The new regulations are to be applied from 29 August 2026.
Correction of the effective date of a provision in the wine package (Regulation (EU) 2026/471)
With the referenced article below, we reported on the amendment of marketing standards for wine and flavoured wine products through Regulation (EU) 2026/471 (Wine Package). The amending regulation...
Repeated formal correction of the amendment to the European Cosmetics Regulation
With the referenced article below, we reported on the amendment of the annexes to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. Regulation (EU) 2026/909 introduces restrictions and bans on...
Postponement of the expiry date of various biocidal active substances
The EU regulation on biocidal products (EU) No. 528/2012 governs the placing on the market and use of biocidal products such as disinfectants, wood preservatives, or pest control agents. Biocidal...
CJEU judgment on food hygiene regarding signs of pests
Facts of the case During multiple official inspections between 2020 and 2022, violations of European hygiene regulations were identified in six branches and warehouses of a food retailer in Belgium...
Data protection periods for biocidal active substances are being extended
The EU regulation on biocidal products (EU) No. 528/2012 governs the placing on the market and use of biocidal products, such as disinfectants, wood preservatives, or pest control agents. Biocidal...
Planned amendment to the REACH regulation to ban CMR substances in childcare products
The Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, also known as the REACH Regulation, establishes rules for the registration, evaluation, authorisation, and restriction of chemical substances. Annex XVII of the...
Non-renewal of approval for the biocidal active substance cypermethrin
The EU regulation on biocidal products (EU) No. 528/2012 governs the placing on the market and use of biocidal products such as disinfectants, wood preservatives, or pest control agents. Biocidal...
General decree for vegan beverages with the addition of vitamin D and calcium
According to § 54 of the German Food and Feed Code (LFGB), food products that are lawfully produced or lawfully marketed in another EU Member State or in another contracting state of the Agreement on...
Update of the EU FAQ on the EmpCo Directive published
With the referenced article below, we reported on the FAQ of the European Commission regarding the EmpCo Directive (EU) 2024/825 (Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition). The FAQ was originally...
Addition of emergency procedures to the Equipment and Machinery Noise Protection Ordinance
Through Regulation (EU) 2024/2747, Regulation (EU) 2024/2748, and Directive (EU) 2024/2749, emergency procedures at the EU level were introduced for conformity assessment, presumption of conformity...
Law on the implementation of emergency procedures for gas appliances and personal protective equipment published
With Regulation (EU) 2024/2747, Regulation (EU) 2024/2748, and Directive (EU) 2024/2749, emergency procedures for conformity assessment, presumption of conformity, adoption of common specifications...
Effective date of the amended MRLs for the active substances dimoxystrobin, ethephon, and propamocarb
In the referenced article, we provided information about changes to the maximum residue levels (MRLs) of the following active substances: dimoxystrobin, ethephon, and propamocarb. As of 19 August 2026...
Definition of classes of performance for the reaction to fire of construction products in accordance with the CPR 2024
Since 8 January 2026, the new Construction Products Regulation (EU) 2024/3110 (CPR 2024) has been directly applicable in every member state of the European Union, subject to certain transitional...
Effective date of the amended conditions of use for several thickeners
In the referenced article below, we informed about several changes affecting the following additives: locust bean gum (E 410), guar gum (E 412), gum arabic (E 414), xanthan gum (E 415), pectins (E 440...
Transition periods for the feed additives "preparations of choline chloride" and "fumaric acid" are ending
In the referenced article below, we informed about the extension of the approvals for the feed additives "preparations of choline chloride" for all animal species as well as "fumaric acid" for...
New authorisations of feed additives and changes to authorisation conditions
Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 stipulates that additives used in animal nutrition must be authorised and establishes the conditions and procedures for granting such authorisation. Furthermore, the...
Draft for the national implementation of emergency procedures for transportable pressure equipment published
With Regulation (EU) 2024/2747, Regulation (EU) 2024/2748, and Directive (EU) 2024/2749, emergency procedures at the EU level have been introduced for the conformity assessment, presumption of...
Draft for a Digital Omnibus to simplify the digital legislative framework published
The requirements of Regulation (EU) 2023/2854 (EU Data Act) have largely been directly applicable in the EU Member States since 12 September 2025. It establishes harmonised rules for fair data access...
Due to changes in Union law, it has become necessary to adapt, among other things, the Wine Monitoring Regulation (WeinÜV). The WeinÜV is based, in addition to Regulation (EU) No. 1308/2013, primarily...
Start of validity of the amended harmonised classification and labelling MRL for the active substances Benfluralin, Benthiavalicarb and Penflufen
In the post below, we informed about the change in the maximum residue levels (MRLs) for the active substances Benfluralin, Benthiavalicarb, and Penflufen. The MRLs for these substances will be set at...
The EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will soon replace the EU Packaging Directive
With the referenced article below, we reported on the publication of the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR), which contains numerous requirements for the entire lifecycle of packaging. The regulation...
Draft for the amendment of the regulation on the marketing of eggs published
The EU marketing standard for eggs (Regulation (EU) 2023/2464) was already revised in 2023. A draft has now been published to adapt the Austrian regulation of the Federal Minister for Agriculture...
FAQ on the declaration requirement for painful production methods in certain foods of animal origin
In the referenced article, we informed about the requirement to label animal-derived foods such as meat, eggs, and milk if they originate from animals that have undergone certain painful procedures...
Drafts for further simplifications of the deforestation regulation (EUDR) published
With the referenced letter, we informed, among other things, about the introduction of the so-called "downstream operator" and the "micro and small primary producer" as amendments to Regulation (EU)...
ECHA manual for the notification of intention to amend the positive lists for drinking water contact materials updated
The Drinking Water Directive (EU) 2020/2184 contains provisions regarding the quality of water intended for human consumption (drinking water). In addition to the drinking water itself, materials and...
Amendment of annexes II, III, V and VI of the Cosmetics Regulation
The Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 (Cosmetic Products Regulation) governs not only the labelling of cosmetic products but also requirements for ingredients, prohibitions on substances, and restrictions on...
Adjustment of German regulations on ozone-depleting substances
We previously reported on Regulation (EU) 2024/590 regarding ozone-depleting substances. The Chemicals Ozone Layer Regulation and the Chemicals Prohibition Regulation are being amended and aligned...
Harmonised standards in support of the EU product safety regulation
The General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (GPSR) forms the overarching legal framework for the safety of non-food consumer products. Harmonised standards, published in the Official Journal...
With the article referenced below, we informed you about the inclusion of formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasers in Annex XVII of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). This annex sets restrictions...
Updated FAQ on the Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) published
With the referenced article, we informed about the amendment to Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 (Deforestation Regulation - EUDR). The key points of simplification included the introduction of the so-called...
Draft for the establishment of the implementation arrangements for the digital product passport registry
Since 18 July 2024, Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for sustainable products (Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, ESPR) has been...
Transitional period for feed additives celery seed essential oil and caraway
essential oil ends
With the referenced article below, we provided information about the extension of authorisations for the feed additives "celery seed essential oil from Apium graveolens L." and "caraway essential oil...
