Discussion of FRs in mobile phones in Ecodesign work. pinfa has input (November 2020) to the ongoing preparation of EU Ecodesign criteria for ‘Mobile phones, smartphones and tablets’ indicating the phosphorus ester FRs found in screens are probably being used for...
Cohort study suggests maternal exposure to some phosphorus ester FRs may impact baby’s size at birth. 16 organophosphorus ester FRs or metabolites were repeatedly measured in urine of 213 pregnant women in Wuhan, China. bis(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate (BDCIPP, a...
Despite Covid, pinfa members see opportunities for PIN FRs with the Green Deal and new applications. Pinfa’s second online General Assembly discussed results of projects underway on impacts of FRs on smoke, with Hervé Feuchter, CREPIM, and planned on FRs in plastics...
Four interactive webinars will provide insight into flame retardant product design for formulators and compounders. The training is organised by pinfa North America, in collaboration with SPE (Society of Plastics Engineers), online, from June 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd,...
The European Commission’s proposed text targets sustainability and safety, but neglects battery fire safety. The proposed new EU Batteries Regulation is open to public consultation to 1st March 2021, and will then be debated by the European Parliament and Council...
