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New hazard classes for chemicals could make EU a pioneer

As part of the EU chemicals strategy, the Commission proposed a revised CLP Regulation and new hazard classes for substances harmful to the environment and health at the beginning of the week. The EU could thus become a global pioneer. Meanwhile, industry warns against automatic substance bans.

By Leonie Düngefeld

Merger control: EU Commission earns criticism in the USA

The transatlantic dispute over the Inflation Reduction Act has not yet been resolved, and another conflict is already brewing: In the USA, resentment grows over the EU Commission's decision to give itself more leeway in examining planned corporate mergers. Local industry also voices criticism.

By Till Hoppe