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Safer Chemicals Podcast

European Chemicals Agency
PFAS
Biocidal Products Committee
One Health
European Chemicals Agency
Chemical Hazard Assessment
Endocrine Disruption
Reach
Risk Assessment
Anticoagulant Rodenticides
Chromium-6
Textiles
Bronopol
EU Biochemical Regulations
Data Gaps In Applications
Member State Committee
ECHA
New Approach Methodologies
Fluorinated Gases
Drinking Water Directive
Antimicrobial Resistance

Whether you work with chemicals, have an interest in how chemicals affect us and the environment or work as a journalist or decision-maker in the field of manufactured chemicals, the Safer Chemicals Podcast is for you. We give you the latest updates on how chemicals are being regulated in the EU and what harmful chemicals are being phased out. Listen to expert views on chemical safety in the EU an... more

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In this episode of the Safer Chemicals Podcast, host Adam Elwan is joined by Roberto Scazzola, Chair of the Risk Assessment Committee (RAC), and Maria Ottati, Chair of the Socio-economic Analysis Committee (SEAC), to unpack the latest developments fr... more

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ECHA’s Biocidal Products Committee met on 12-16 May 2025.

In this episode, the committee chair Joost van Galen joins host Päivi Jokiniemi to discuss the key outcomes from the meeting. Topics covered include Union authorisations and data gaps, harmon... more

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In this episode, we dive into the highlights of ECHA's Risk Assessment and Socio-Economic Analysis committees' meetings.

First, we explore the ongoing discussions on restricting PFAs, including new sectors like transport and energy. We discuss the c... more

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In this episode of the Safer Chemicals Podcast, Adam Elwan is joined by Roberto Scazzola, Chair of the Risk Assessment Committee (RAC), and María Ottati, Chair of the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC). They discuss highlights of the November c... more

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Recent Guests

Katinka van der Jagt
Chair of the Member State Committee
ECHA
Episode: ECHA’s Member State Committee: Resolving divergences for chemical safety
Katarzyna Malkiewicz
Member from Sweden
ECHA
Episode: ECHA’s Member State Committee: Resolving divergences for chemical safety
Agnieszka Dudra
Member from Poland
ECHA
Episode: ECHA’s Member State Committee: Resolving divergences for chemical safety
Paul Ryan
Head of the Hazard Classification Unit at ECHA
European Chemicals Agency
Episode: Advancing chemical safety: the impact of new hazard classes in the CLP Regulation
Leena Ylä-Mononen
Executive Director of the European Environment Agency (EEA)
European Environment Agency (EEA)
Episode: Assessing EU's chemicals legislation: more needs to be done to make chemicals safe and sustainable
Sharon McGuinness
Executive Director of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
Episode: Assessing EU's chemicals legislation: more needs to be done to make chemicals safe and sustainable
Joost van Galen
Chair of the Biocidal Products Committee
European Chemicals Agency
Episode: Biocidal Products Committee: Data gaps slowing down substance approvals and product authorisations

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Adam Elwan
Host of the Safer Chemicals Podcast and key figure in discussions on chemical regulations and safety.
Päivi Jokiniemi
Co-host of the Safer Chemicals Podcast and engaged in dialogues about chemical regulation and safety alternatives.

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PFAS restriction update: energy, transport and fluorinated gases
Q: How does the committee handle information gaps in assessments?
They add uncertainties to their assessments if information is not available, ensuring that decision makers consider these uncertainties.
PFAS restriction update: energy, transport and fluorinated gases
Q: How does the Risk Assessment Committee ensure that all views are sufficiently considered in the decision-making process?
They invite stakeholders to attend and provide input during discussions and account for all comments received in the final opinion.
EU enforcement project: excessive levels of harmful chemicals found in consumer products
Q: How can consumers make informed choices about the products they buy?
Consumers can look at non-compliance rates and prioritize purchasing products made in the EU, as these are generally less likely to contain hazardous substances.
EU enforcement project: excessive levels of harmful chemicals found in consumer products
Q: What about the chemicals found in these products?
Lead was commonly found in soldering within electrical devices, while ethylates and phthalates were prevalent in soft plastic components.
EU enforcement project: excessive levels of harmful chemicals found in consumer products
Q: What were the most striking discoveries during the inspections?
The overall compliance rate was only 18%, with the highest non-compliance found in electrical devices at 52%.

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This podcast focuses on the regulation and safety of chemicals within the European Union, providing insights and updates on various hazardous substances. Key discussions revolve around the regulation of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), Chromium VI, and Bisphenol A, alongside considerations of health impacts, environmental safety, and the shift towards safer alternatives. Noteworthy topics such as non-animal testing methodologies highlight advancements in chemical assessments, making it a valuable resource for professionals, journalists, and anyone engaged with environmental health and safety regulatory frameworks. Episodes frequently feature experts discussing implications across diverse sectors, including transportation, energy,... more

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