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Under the spotlight...
French label on indoor air pollution enters force
EndsEurope 6 January 2012 - All new construction and decoration products sold in France from 1 January must bear a label showing the level of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) they emit inside a home.
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Cefic Chemicals Trend report (Nov-Dec 2011)
Cefic, 19 December 2011 - EU Chemicals sector posts 2.3 per cent growth through first three quarters of 2011.
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Cefic 2011 Facts & Figures
BRUSSELS, December 13, 2011 – Growth in European chemicals output will be weaker than expected this year and next because of heightened business uncertainty and inventory trimming, industry group Cefic said today.
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Czechs and Slovaks raise REACH concerns
ENDS, 1 December 2011 - The REACH regime is putting firms at a disadvantage and counters efforts to cut red-tape.
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91 substances face scrutiny under REACH
ENDS, 21 October 2011 - The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published the names of the first substances to be evaluated under the REACH regime.
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What are Glycol Ethers ? Glycol ethers form a varied family of more than 30 solvents. All these glycol ethers have different properties - and are therefore fit for different uses. Read more
Role of solvents Solvents are an essential part of everyday life. They are an invaluable solution for industries that range from pharmaceuticals and micro-electronics to domestic cleaning, personal care and printing. Read more
Glycol Ethers Facts and Figures A glycol ether is a liquid substance derived from organic chemistry. Properties, such as being soluble in water, mean that it is used as a solvent in a variety of domestic and industrial applications. Read more
Glycol Ethers Charter A recollection of the commitments and actions OSPA members are undertaking in order to avoid the risks linked to glycol ethers classified toxic for reproduction. Read more
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