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Endocrine disruptors are chemicals which under certain conditions can impact on the hormonal system of humans and animals. Endocrine disruption is a fairly recent way of looking at the toxicity of chemicals. In recent years, the scientific community and authorities worldwide have been discussing this topic and how to regulate it. Significant progress has been achieved, both in the EU and international organisations.

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Adoption of a strategy on Endocrine Disruptors

On 7 November 2018, the Commission has adopted a Communication, confirming its commitment to protecting citizens and the environment from hazardous chemicals. The Communication also outlines how the Commission intends to ensure that the EU approach remains the most modern and fit-for-purpose in the world.

The Communication delivers on the commitment taken by the Commission on the criteria to identify endocrine disruptors in the areas of pesticides and biocides. 
Developing a legislative framework
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State of play

The biocidal products criteria are published and are applied from 7 June 2018.
The plant protection products criteria are applied from 10 November 2018.

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