28 Apr 2023 --- The European Commission (EC) has voted to adopt proposals on restricting intentionally added microplastics in products, including packaging, cosmetics and astroturf, through its Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) legislation. While environmental organizations are celebrating the move, some are concerned that companies are being given an excessively long time to implement changes. Some recycling industry bodies are also saying the restrictions will result in more waste being sent abroad for incineration.
