21st annual conference of The Biocidal Products Regulations 2014

Topics

• Reasons why active ingredients may need substitution
• Candidates for substitution
• Actives for certain characteristics
• The exclusion criteria under Article 5
• Chemical and non-chemical comparisons
• Comparative assessment
• Mutual recognition: how this works and feedback to date
• Renewal of product authorisation: steps involved, timelines and timeframe
• Union authorisation: guidance and feedback and experiences to date
• Mutual recognition in parallel- Article 33/34: understanding this and addressing the benefits and challenges
• The advantages and challenges in regards to the above