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ANSES proposes classifying galaxolide as toxic for reproduction in the European CLP Regulation

ANSES is proposing a harmonised classification for galaxolide, sometimes referred to as HHCB, as a Category 1B reproductive toxicant under the CLP...

Household product hazards: improving consumer information

In order to better inform consumers about the health and environmental hazards of household products, ANSES is proposing to categorise these...

ANSES proposes classifying resorcinol as an endocrine disruptor in the European CLP Regulation

After having shown that resorcinol affects thyroid function, with harmful effects, the Agency is putting forward a proposal to classify this...

ANSES at the Paris International Agricultural Show: providing a better understanding of the health challenges related to water

As is the case every year, ANSES will be at the Paris International Agricultural Show, from 22 February to 2 March, to discuss health issues...

ANSES portraits: women in science 2025

In honour of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we take a closer look at the backgrounds and careers of five women who...

Better understanding the potential health effects of ultra-processed foods

‘Ultra-processed’ foods are part of the food supply, but they also raise some health concerns. That being said, the concept of ultra-processing...