Endocrine disruptors

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has introduced significant updates to the European Union (EU) CLP (Classification, Labelling, and Packaging) regulation, strengthening its framework for classifying and managing chemical hazards. These updates reflect scientific advancements and aim to protect human health and the environment from potential chemical risks. 

In today’s world, invisible yet potent chemicals known as endocrine disruptors (EDCs) are everywhere—from cosmetics to food packaging. These chemicals mimic hormones and interfere with the endocrine system, leading to serious health issues like reproductive disorders, diabetes, cancer, and developmental delays.

Living in an industrialized world exposes us to various manufactured products, from personal care items and consumer goods to pesticides. These everyday items may contain chemicals known as  Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs), capable of interfering with the endocrine system's normal functioning in humans and animals.