Commission presents scientific criteria to identify endocrine disruptors in the pesticides and biocides areas

On 15 June 2016 the European Commission presented criteria to identify endocrine disruptors in the field of plant protection products and biocides.

The Commission proposed to the European Council and the European Parliament to adopt a strong science-based approach to the identification of endocrine disruptors and to endorse the World Health Organisation (WHO) definition.

• Primary Source

ESO: Background information: Endocrine disruptors: motion of censure on the Commission lapsed http://www.europeansources.info/record/endocrine-disruptors-motion-of-censure-on-the-commission-lapsed/

European Commission: DG Communication: RAPID: MEMO/16/2151, 15.06.16: Frequently Asked Questions: Endocrine disruptors http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-16-2151_en.htm

EurActiv, 15.06.16: Pesticide industry critical of endocrine disruptors criteria http://www.euractiv.com/section/health-consumers/news/pesticide-industry-critical-of-endocrine-disruptors-criteria/

EUObserver, 16.06.16: Doctors and NGOs slam EU bill on hormone disruptors https://euobserver.com/environment/133850

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