Agency IQ

JUNE 16, 2023

FDA set to unveil new rule on Laboratory Developed Tests this August Following challenges getting a diagnostics reform package through Congress, known as the VALID Act, the FDA has just announced that it plans to release a proposed rule in August 2023 that would change the way that the agency effectively regulates laboratory developed tests (LDTs).

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Agency IQ

JUNE 7, 2024

Almost 10 years late, the new framework’s arrival will represent significant changes in the regulation of these pesticide substances. Safeners and synergists are subject to the same approval conditions that active substances are under the PPPR’s Articles 4 and 5-21 , pursuant to Article 25(1)-(2).

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Agency IQ

OCTOBER 27, 2023

What we expect European regulators to do in November 2023 In this new recurring feature, AgencyIQ, through public data and previous analysis, determines what European medicine and device regulators will likely do in the month ahead, including key deadlines, meetings, events, planned regulations, comment periods, and more.

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Agency IQ

JULY 12, 2024

EPA grants petition on PFAS in fluorinated containers Following a loss at the Fifth Circuit, the EPA has a new plan to regulate PFAS in fluorinated plastic containers: traditional Toxic Substances Control Act Section 6 rulemaking. On December 8, 2023, Inhance petitioned the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals over the orders from the EPA.

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Agency IQ

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

readability of package leaflet, patient engagement). Summary of Product Characteristics and Package Leaflet), recommending that sponsors and regulators “explore the use of electronic media” to provide product information “in the future”. See also Article 11 of Directive 2001/83/EC.)

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Agency IQ

JULY 26, 2024

EU executive consults on proposed update to PIC chemical lists Regulation (EU) 649/2012 (PIC Regulation) is the main act on the export and import of hazardous chemicals between the European Union and third countries. Part 1 of the annex lists substances that carry the obligation to submit an export notification.

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Agency IQ

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

It appears the issue is largely the result of unclear labeling for biocidal disinfectants, an aspect French regulators may flag in future market authorization evaluations for these products. Article 69 of the BPR regulates the labeling of all biocides, including biocidal disinfectants.

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Agency IQ

JULY 8, 2024

In a new final rule, FDA carves out a regulatory niche for medical gases Industry has been lobbying FDA and Congress to regulate medical gases different from other types of drug products since the 1970s. It also proposed several packaging changes to safeguard against misidentification. The Medical Gas Safety Act , introduced by Rep.

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Agency IQ

AUGUST 25, 2023

As such, they can be found in myriad applications ranging from raincoats, refrigerants, and lubricants to non-stick pans, food packaging, and semiconductors. PFAS regulation in the E.U. Two high-profile initiatives to regulate PFAS in the E.U. See AgencyIQ’s article here for more details on the E.U.’s

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Agency IQ

JUNE 28, 2024

Generally, how have states attempted to regulate PFAS? States are attempting to regulate PFAS in a variety of ways, including via multiple in-state regulatory and legislative avenues. Used products and used product components are officially exempted from the regulations, as well as manufacturers that employ 25 or fewer people.

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Agency IQ

MARCH 7, 2024

At conference, ECHA calls for regulatory coherence, collaboration to achieve green and digital transition Last week, EU chemicals regulator ECHA brought together experts from industry, government, civil society, research, and academia to discuss the future of EU chemicals regulation.

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Agency IQ

DECEMBER 15, 2023

PFAS are used to repel water, oil, stains, and increase durability, and are found in a wide array of consumer and industrial products including non-stick cookware, fabric treatments, food packaging, cleaners, textiles, leather, cosmetics, paper and paints, fire-fighting foams (AFFF), and wire insulation. for uses under TSCA.

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Agency IQ

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Currently, only Article 23a and Article 81 of Directive 2001/83/EC address medicines supply across the E.U. Regulation (EU) 2022/123 became applicable on March 1, 2022, with the exception of most provisions related to medical devices. See AgencyIQ’s analysis of the proposed regulation.] healthcare systems for years.

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Agency IQ

JUNE 28, 2024

BY COREY JASEPH, MS, RAC | JUN 26, 2024 11:15 PM CDT Quick background on clinical evaluation and investigation requirements under the European medical device regulation The E.U. Requirements for clinical investigations under the MDR are outlined in MDR Articles 62 – 80 and Annex XV.

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The Premier Consulting Blog

MAY 4, 2023

The FDA has determined that ophthalmic dispensers are now regulated as devices, and the drug and device together are regulated as a combination product. Therefore, the FDA will examine product classifications, especially for those products that have been regulated as drugs even though they may satisfy the device definition.

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Agency IQ

MARCH 15, 2024

The unprecedented volume of comments received during last year’s public consultation means EU regulators have had to resort to exceptional measures in the REACH restriction procedure as they seek to maintain transparency, objectivity and a high level of quality. See AgencyIQ’s in-depth analysis of this restriction proposal here. ]

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Agency IQ

JUNE 21, 2024

Five European nations – Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden –prepared a proposal in early 2023 that would universally restrict PFAS under Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 on the registration, evaluation, authorization and restriction of chemicals (REACH).

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Agency IQ

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

A warning letter represents the FDA’s determination that a manufacturer has “ significantly violated ” FDA regulations, including those related to current good manufacturing practices (CGMPs). What should the meeting request package include? The use of a table format is encouraged to organize information within the request package.

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Agency IQ

JUNE 26, 2023

Regulation (EC) No 141/2000 (the Orphan Regulation) provides the legal framework for orphan drug designations and incentives.The Orphan Regulation entered into force in January, 2000, outlining requirements for orphan designation and incentives, and establishing the EMA Committee for Orphan Medicinal Products (COMP). regulators.

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Agency IQ

MARCH 1, 2024

In this piece, AgencyIQ explains what a government shutdown would mean for FDA’s regulatory processes and for the industry it regulates. AgencyIQ thought this would be a good time to go over what a government shutdown means for the FDA, and therefore what regulated industry needs to know. What are the impacts for regulated industry?

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Agency IQ

JANUARY 19, 2024

Commission unveils “one substance, one assessment” reform package The Commission has long aspired to realize its one substance, one assessment concept in the EU’s chemical regulatory regime. With the publication of three proposed legal acts, this concept is one step closer to streamlining the way the bloc regulates chemicals.

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Agency IQ

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Background: PFAS regulation in California PFAS have been the subject of significant regulations in California, beginning in the 2010s [for an in-depth review of PFAS regulation in California, see the AgencyIQ analysis here ]. In 2019, the state began to significantly ramp up its PFAS regulation and research.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

JANUARY 3, 2024

CVM does not regulate the practice of veterinary medicine (that’s a state licensing board) or vaccines for animal diseases (that’s USDA). Palmer & Riëtte van Laack — Most of us love our furry friends, and with the boom in pet ownership during the pandemic, it is no surprise that the market for pet products has become enormous.

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Advarra

JULY 19, 2022

The standard for the audit used depends on the type of vendor and would include the applicable regulations and ICH guidelines. Q: What is the typical time period between the submission of the briefing package and the pre-IND meeting? The term drug substance and drug product are found in the NDA regulations 21 CFR 314.3,

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Agency IQ

MARCH 1, 2024

What we expect EU regulators to do in March 2024 Welcome to AgencyIQ’s monthly roundup of EU chemical sector activities. ECHA consultations under the CLP Regulation closing in March CLP: Harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) Consultations on classification and labeling harmonization (CLH) are open for 60 days.

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Agency IQ

MAY 31, 2024

What we expect EU chemical regulators to do in June 2024 Welcome to AgencyIQ’s monthly roundup of EU chemical sector activities. Another consultation is closing this month on a draft implementing regulation that is amending the label format for fluorinated greenhouse gases (F-gases) under the new F-gas Regulation (EU) 2024/573.

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Agency IQ

JANUARY 12, 2024

BY AMANDA CONTI | JAN 10, 2024 9:29 PM CST Quick background: Goal dates under the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) The FDA collects user fees as part of an essential bargain between regulators and industry. Industry wants its products reviewed quickly, efficiently and predictably.

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Agency IQ

MAY 10, 2024

Recently introduced legislation North Carolina: On May 1, 2024, North Carolina State Representative JOHN AUTRY introduced HB 973 , a bill to ban intentionally added PFAS in food packaging. If passed, the law would go into effect in January 2025.

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The Premier Consulting Blog

DECEMBER 28, 2023

This article reviews the regulations governing charging or obtaining insurance coverage for an investigational device. CMS has created a checklist to assist sponsors in submitting a complete package. 2] Code of Federal Regulations. 3] Code of Federal Regulations. Resources [1] US Food and Drug Administration.

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Agency IQ

APRIL 12, 2024

The regulations also explain that this trait can be demonstrated via appropriate laboratory tests or adequately controlled clinical data. Overall, potency—while critical to product integrity—is just one component which the agency uses to assess product quality, alongside identity, strength and purity.

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Agency IQ

AUGUST 18, 2023

and internationally Establishing and communicating a substance’s potential to cause cancer is a cornerstone of chemical regulation worldwide. Many entries in category 2B are only weakly associated with carcinogenicity and are generally unlikely to be regulated for causing cancer. For more on the regulation of glyphosate in the E.U.,

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Agency IQ

AUGUST 23, 2024

ECHA issues guidelines for enforcing mixture classification based on bridging principles ECHA has issued a new guide for national enforcement authorities (NEAs), clarifying the tiered approach to mixtures classification under the CLP Regulation and strategies for reviewing duty holders’ classifications of hazardous mixtures.

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Agency IQ

OCTOBER 6, 2023

For an in-depth analysis of this restriction proposal, read AgencyIQ’s February 10, 2023 article here.] France In January, the French ecology ministry published a PFAS action plan enumerating six objectives for regulating forever chemicals more comprehensively by 2027. agricultural activity, waste processing).

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Agency IQ

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

What’s going on in the world of PFAS – early 2024 edition This feature from AgencyIQ focuses on the wide world of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance regulation, legislation, and litigation around the United States. The length of the carbon chain has traditionally been a factor in how PFAS are regulated or targeted. since June 21, 2006.

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Agency IQ

MAY 3, 2024

What we expect European regulators to do in May 2024 In this recurring feature, AgencyIQ, through public data and previous analysis, determines what European medicine and device regulators will likely do in the month ahead, including key deadlines, meetings, events, planned regulations, comment periods, and more.

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Agency IQ

MAY 3, 2024

What we expect EU chemical regulators to do in May 2024 Welcome to AgencyIQ’s monthly roundup of EU chemical sector activities. On May 29-30, the agency will host ECHA IT Days , a two-day conference held in Helsinki, Finland dedicated to all things related to information technology and chemical regulations.

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

What we expect EU regulators to do in December 2023 Welcome to AgencyIQ’s monthly roundup of EU chemical sector activities. For more background on the glyphosate authorization, see AgencyIQ’s October 12 article.] Events happening next month include two ECHA meetings (i.e.,

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