Endocrine disruptors under REACH and CLP in 2026

Timeline of endocrine disruptor regulation in Europe from OECD Guidance Document 150 to CLP endocrine disruptor hazard classes and future REACH alignment

Does REACH require endocrine disruptor testing? Learn how endocrine disruptors are regulated under REACH and CLP, the role of OECD Guidance Document 150, ECHA expectations, and what future REACH revisions may mean for companies.

EMA 2026 Reflection Paper on Non-Mutagenic Impurities

Flowchart illustrating the EMA 2026 risk-based process for non-mutagenic impurity (NMI) assessment, including qualification, Level of Concern evaluation, New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) and exposure-based safety assessment.

The EMA 2026 Reflection Paper on Non-Mutagenic Impurities marks a significant shift from threshold-based impurity qualification to a risk-based, exposure-driven framework. By prioritising New Approach Methodologies (NAMs), scientifically justified safety assessments and patient-relevant exposure evaluation, the guidance encourages more robust and efficient impurity assessments while reducing reliance on animal testing. This article highlights the key changes and what they mean for pharmaceutical manufacturers preparing regulatory submissions.