An EU wide regulatory framework for biocidal products (The Biocidal Products Directive, the BPD) was introduced in 1998 with the aim of harmonising controls on, and free movement of, biocidal products across the European Union. At the time of its introduction, the BPD was one of the most complex pieces of chemicals legislation in Europe covering over twenty different and very diverse product types.
The Directive was, itself, replaced in 2013 by a Regulation. The Biocidal Products Regulation whilst retaining the basic structure of the Directive has introduced new elements and broadened its scope to include, treated articles, in-situ biocidal systems and nanoforms of biocides. The Regulation, together with its supplementary legislation, large numbers of guidance documents and submission manuals presents a significant challenge for industry, regulators, lawyers and other stakeholders in understanding the scientific, technical and procedural processes involved with placing biocides on the market.
This informative eLearning course clearly explains:
- the background, history, context and scope of the biocides legislation in Europe;
- the approval and authorisation procedures for active substances and products;
- the stakeholders involved and their roles;
- treated articles;
- enforcement of biocides legislation; and
- where to find available guidance, tools and support.