Regulatory clarification on the use of nanoparticles in masks
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10/06/2021
In a notice to operators, the DGCCRF and ANSM recalled some essential points to be considered before marketing surgical masks. In particular, the risks related to the presence of a biocidal substance or material must be assessed and that this assessment must take into account, among others, the particular risk of exposure to nanoparticles.
If the mask incorporates a nanomaterial, it will fall under Class IIa, IIb, or III with respect to internal exposure potential under Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices and this will therefore require the involvement of a notified body.
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Upcoming Nano Agenda
18
Nov.
2024
Harmonisation & Standardisation of Test Methods for Nanomaterials and Advanced Materials (MACRAMÉ & nanoPASS, online)
Online
Workshop
- Second Harmonisation & Standardisation of Test Methods for Nanomaterials and Advanced Materials Workshop (Webinar)
- Organizers: Horizon Europe projects iCare, MACRAMÉ and nanoPASS, in collaboration with the Malta Initiative
- Dates: Nov 18 & 19, 2024
- Website: https://macrame-project.eu/macrame-meetings-workshops/#HS-Workshop2
20
Nov.
2024
Nanotechnologies: an example of chemical risk prevention in an industrial environment (ATC, Paris)
Paris
Training
- This module is part of the training program “Interactions between toxic chemicals and the human organism”, open to anyone with a basic scientific education (bachelor’s degree or professional experience).
- Organizer: Association Toxicologie Chimie(ATC)
- Speaker : Chantal Fresnay, Hygienist Engineer, Thales, Palaiseau
- Website: www.atctoxicologie.fr
21
Nov.
2024
Managing the risks associated with nanomaterials (CEA, Grenoble)
Grenoble
Training
- Awareness-raising aimed at personnel in contact with nanomaterials during research, formulation, production, maintenance, cleaning, upkeep, etc., as well as safety coordinators or engineers, facility managers, heads of laboratories where nanoparticles are handled.
- Organizers: INSTN Grenoble (CEA)
- On the agenda: potential impact on health; metrology and protection; control of potential risks associated with nanomaterials; consideration of societal aspects.
- Website: https://instn.cea.fr/formation/maitrise-des-risques-lies-aux-nanomateriaux-sensibilisation