Ethanol Approval Is Coming – What to Consider Next

Ethanol Approval Is Coming – What to Consider Next

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) Biocidal Products Committee (BPC) has recently supported the approval of ethanol for use in disinfectants (PT1, PT2 and PT4).

So, what does this mean for you?

While we’re still waiting for formal approval from the European Commission, this is a strong signal about what’s coming next. In short, if ethanol is part of your product portfolio, now is the time to start preparing.

Starting now means you can:

• Stay in control of timelines instead of reacting under pressure
• Make better strategic decisions, like streamlining your portfolio and choosing the right authorisation route.
• Identify and address data gaps early, avoiding delays later
• Plan costs more efficiently, especially around testing and data access

If you place ethanol-based disinfectants on the EU market, you will need to ensure that your products can remain on the market through appropriate transitional arrangements, and that your data package and authorisation route are aligned with current BPR expectations.

Click on the link below to learn more about the practical steps you can take to now understand your position and consider next steps.