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Perturbateurs endocriniens 13/06/2024
13/06/2024 —
Event

13 juin 2024

Endocrine disruptors: the new research challenges

Public :
Maison de la RATP - Espace du centenaire - 58 Quai de la Rappée - 75012 Paris
The French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES) and the French Research Agency (ANR) are pleased to invite you to their second scientific conference on endocrine disruptors (EDs).
classification de la diphénylguanidine
05/04/2024 —
News

Strengthening the classification of diphenylguanidine used to manufacture rubber

La diphénylguanidine est une substance utilisée principalement dans la fabrication du caoutchouc. Suite à son évaluation, l’Anses propose de renforcer sa classification au niveau européen pour mieux protéger la santé humaine contre les troubles neurologiques et les atteintes à la fertilité et au développement en particulier. Cette proposition de classification dans le cadre du règlement CLP (classification, étiquetage et emballage) est en consultation publique depuis le 18 mars sur le site de l’agence européenne des produits chimiques (ECHA), afin que toutes les parties prenantes puissent commenter ou apporter les informations complémentaires dont elles disposent sur cette substance.
10/04/2024 —
Expert assessment

Triphenyl phosphate, an endocrine disruptor for species in the environment

Triphenyl phosphate is a substance used as a flame retardant and/or plasticiser in a wide variety of materials and equipment. In view of its endocrine-disrupting properties for species in the environment, which have been determined mainly in fish, the Agency is proposing to identify triphenyl phosphate as a substance of very high concern, within the meaning of the European REACH Regulation. The aim is to better regulate the use of this chemical on the European continent. This ANSES proposal is available for public consultation on the website of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) until 15 April, to give stakeholders the opportunity to provide additional data.
Mouche orientale des fruits : renforcer la surveillance pour éviter son établissement en France
28/03/2024 —
Expert assessment

Stepping up surveillance of the oriental fruit fly to prevent it from becoming established in France

Bactrocera dorsalis , commonly known as the oriental fruit fly, is one of the most destructive pests for many fruit and vegetable production sectors. In its opinion, ANSES considers that the likelihood of its long-term establishment in mainland France is not negligible. To be able to detect any outbreak of infestation as quickly as possible, ANSES recommends stepping up the surveillance of crops and imported goods in Mediterranean areas near ports and airports, beyond what is provided for in the current regulations.
27/03/2024 —
Inside ANSES

The fundamental principles underlying ANSES’s vigilance schemes

ANSES coordinates seven vigilance schemes aimed at identifying adverse effects caused by several types of products and foods. What are the fundamental principles underpinning this mission at the Agency? What do the new vigilance schemes for cosmetics and tattoos involve? What is the outlook for these schemes? Juliette Bloch, Director of Health Alerts and Vigilance, answers our questions.
Eau
25/03/2024 —
Research

Approval of water analysis laboratories: a joint ANSES/OFB portal

On 25 March 2024, ANSES and the French Biodiversity Agency (OFB) inaugurated a joint portal to provide access to both of their information systems dedicated to applications for the approval of water analysis laboratories. The OFB handles environmental approvals and ANSES handles water quality monitoring approvals.
Bilan de l’utilisation des sucres et édulcorants dans les aliments transformés
19/03/2024 —
Expert assessment

Report on the use of sugars and sweeteners in processed foods

Reducing added sugars in food is one of the main strategies for preventing obesity and diabetes. ANSES has produced a comprehensive report on trends in the use of sweetening ingredients or ingredients conveying sweetness – sugar, glucose, glucose-fructose syrups, honey, fruit juices, caramel, artificial sweeteners, etc. – in beverages and processed foods. It examined the ingredient lists on more than 54,000 products on the market between 2008 and 2020, identified by OQALI, the French Food Observatory. This report shows that the majority of products, even savoury products, contained at least one sweetening ingredient or ingredient conveying sweetness. However, the Agency notes a decline in the use of sweetening ingredients over the last 10 years, particularly sugar syrups and artificial sweeteners. ANSES also stresses that it is possible to further reduce the use of sweetening ingredients in products.
Proposition de classification des dangers de deux diphénylamines
15/03/2024 —
News

Proposed hazard classification for two diphenylamines

ANSES is proposing a harmonised classification under the European CLP Regulation for two diphenylamines: BNPA and Benzenamine, N-phenyl-, reaction products with 2,4,4-trimethylpentene. Used in industrial settings as well as by professionals and private individuals, these substances are found in lubricants, greases, cutting fluids, hydraulic fluids and plastics. These diphenylamines are toxic to aquatic organisms and can damage human fertility and development. The public consultation, which opened on the website of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) on 4 March 2024, enables all interested parties to comment on these two classification proposals and provide any additional information they may have on these substances.
Mycoplasma bovis
11/03/2024 —
Research

The main Mycoplasma bovis subtype in France actually conceals two lineages

A study of Mycoplasma bovis , a bacterium that is pathogenic for cattle, has revealed the presence of two lineages in France, whereas the population of bacteria of the main circulating subtype was previously thought to be homogeneous. This discovery will help improve surveillance of this bacterium.

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