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Substances that are classed as persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and when you're allowed to use them.
Check the tariff classification for surface-active preparation for washing the skin and the hair (gel 2-in-1).
The T29 exemption allows you to treat non-hazardous pesticide washings before disposing of them to land.
Get help to classify organic chemicals that contain certain permitted additives or can be dissolved in water, for import and export.
Check the tariff classification for preparations put up for retail sale.
This series aims to share the expertise gained under the Government Chemist function, particularly during referee analysis.
Batches of some products made by Legency Remedies Pvt Ltd have been found to contain a bacteria called Ralstonia pickettii (R. pickettii). All potentially affected batches are being recalled following an MHRA investigation.
The use of chemicals to clean algae and other deposits off slipways and marine structures can cause pollution.
Product recall for personal cleansing products manufactured by Vernacare and sold under brand names Caremore, CCN/Medirite, CHL, Countrywide, Fairfield and Fittleworth presenting a microbiological risk due to contamination with the bacterial Pseudomonas Aeruginosa.
Product Safety Report for B.B.Clear AHA Lightening Eclaircissant, Be Beautiful & Clear 5 in 1 Skin Lightening Cream sold via eBay presenting a serious chemical risk.
Product Recall for Clinisan Bodywash presenting a risk of microbiological contamination.
Product recall for Shaving Kit in White Box presenting a high microbiological risk due to contamination with the bacteria Burkholderia Vietnamiensis.
The Department for Business and Trade has announced the 10 SME winners of the 2024 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards.
Product recall for Vernacare wetwipes and personal cleansing products, including bedbaths, shampoo caps, wash mitts, cleansing wipes and barrier cloths, presenting a risk of microbiological contamination due to the detection of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa.
Official Government Buying Standards (GBS) for cleaning products: requirements for sprays, packaging and banned chemicals.
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