Expert services to support the registration of biocides and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
Eurolab provides comprehensive solutions for clients seeking authorization to market biocidal products (both active ingredients and formulations) in the European Union, Canada, and the United States.
European Union (EU) / European Economic Area (EEA)
In 2012, the European Parliament introduced Regulation (EU) No 528/2012, commonly referred to as the “Biocidal Products Regulation” (BPR), to streamline and enhance the evaluation and authorization process for biocidal products. This regulation replaced the Biocidal Products Directive 98/8/EC (BPD) and covers a broad spectrum of product types, including rodenticides, disinfectants, and embalming fluids. The authorization process under BPR is intricate, requiring a well-structured registration strategy to facilitate market entry.
The BPR standardizes the marketing of biocidal products across the EU and establishes criteria for:
Eurolab assists with compliance to the EU Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) 528/2012, including any amendments and national requirements during the transitional period. Discover more about our services for European Union Biocides Regulation.
Canada
In Canada, Pest Control Products must receive pre-market approval from the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA), though some registration exemptions apply. Eurolab can guide companies through the regulatory landscape to facilitate the market introduction of their biocidal products.
United States (US)
Eurolab offers regulatory support for biocide registration in the United States. We act as a liaison with authorities to ensure submissions for Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) registration comply with U.S. 40 CFR part 152 (Code of Federal Regulations, Title 40: Protection of Environment, Part 152 – Pesticide Registration and Classification Procedures).
Our expertise helps clients navigate complex regulatory requirements, ensuring timely and efficient market access for biocidal products across these major regions.
