Chemical Watch presents Key Regulatory Updates: Europe, Asia and The Americas 2021, taking a close look at the latest updates in chemicals control legislation across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.  Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) will present "The Challenges of Enforcing TSCA" and Lisa R. Burchi, Of Counsel, B&C, will present "FIFRA Hot Topics for Team Biden."

The International Bar Association’s (IBA) 2020 Virtually Together conference, provides an exciting new way to bring the IBA and the world’s legal community together.  There will be exceptional showcase sessions, and the committee sessions will offer the chance to hear from the best experts in the field, benefiting all delegates, whatever your area of practice. Don't miss the Agricultural Law Section's presentation, "Opting out of climate unfriendly food? Consumer action or regulatory restrictions?," on November 5, 2020.

Chemical Watch presented “Key Regulatory Updates: Europe, Asia and the Americas,” a virtual conference taking a close look at the latest updates in chemicals control legislation across Europe, Asia and the Americas. This event covered regulatory challenges facing those working on the safe management of chemicals with keynotes, presentations, panel discussions and interactive Q&A sessions. Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) presented “TSCA at four years: A look ahead to the law’s future” on October 16, 2020.

The Household & Commercial Products Association's (HCPA) virtual mid-year meeting webinar series, IMPACT2020, focused on public policy issues impacting the household and commercial products industry. Karin F. Baron, MSPH, Senior Regulatory Consultant with Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®), presented during the "International Affairs Council: Europe – South & Central America – Asia & Australia" session on June 4, 2020. 

The Acta Group (Acta^®) and EPPA were pleased to present the complimentary webinar “Eurasia REACH: Achieving Timely Compliance with New Chemicals Requirements.” Lynn L. Bergeson, President, Acta; Heather J. Blankinship, Senior Regulatory Consultant, Acta; Arkady Murashev, Chair, EPPA; Katia Filippova, Senior Adviser, EPPA; and Kate Stolbova, Regulatory Consultant, EPPA presented. 

The International Bar Association (IBA) webinar “Law, Climate Change, and Agriculture: legal tools in the arsenal” covered the role of innovative agriculture practices in combating climate change and highlighting the legal, policy, and institutional changes that will encourage innovation . Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, B&C, is Vice Chair of the Agricultural Law Section of IBA.

The 2019 Automotive Specialty Product Alliance (ASPA) Winter Meeting provided members an opportunity to discuss the regulatory climate for the industry. Karin F. Baron, MSPH, Senior Regulatory Consultant, The Acta Group (Acta^®) presented “GHS Overview and Implications of an Update to HCS 2012.”

Turkey’s Registration (Kaydı), Evaluation (Değerlendirilmesi), Authorization (İzni) and Restriction (Kısıtlanması) of Chemicals (Kimyasalların) (Turkey REACH/KKDIK) regulation was published by Turkey’s Ministry of Environment and Urbanization (MoEU) on June 23, 2017. The Acta Group (Acta^®) and CRAD Çevre Risk Analiz Denetim A.Ş. were pleased to present the complimentary webinar “Turkey REACH (KKDIK): Achieving Timely Compliance with  New Chemicals Requirements.” 

Lexxion Publishing provides the opportunity to learn about chemicals legislation in individual countries outside the EU at International Chemicals Law 2019. Learn from experts in the industry how far the GHS implementation is in the selected countries and what special features need to be considered. Richard E. Engler, Ph.D., Director of Chemistry, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C., (B&C®) will present “Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) - The State of Play for Industrial Chemicals in the USA.”

The third annual Chemical Watch Expo was a two-day event for regulatory professionals from around the world to take part in practical, topical workshops and to seek their next service to help with chemical regulatory compliance throughout the supply chain.  Lynn L. Bergeson, President, the Acta Group (Acta^®), presented on New Chemicals under TSCA. Acta was a proud sponsor. 

The two day Asia Hub Summit USA provided an opportunity to hear from regulators and speakers from industry, who provided their perspectives on both the regulations themselves and best practices for staying compliant. Karin F. Baron, MSPH, Senior Regulatory Consultant with The Acta Group (Acta^®) presented “Forecast of China, USA and EU Chemical Regulations in 2019.” Acta affiliate Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) was an exhibitor.

The 2019 GlobalChem Conference offered a valuable opportunity to not only review recent developments in global chemicals management but to also meet and reconnect with your industry peers and key government representatives. Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) and consulting affiliate The Acta Group (Acta^®) were exhibitors.

Cleveland State University presented “Exporting Chemicals And Hazardous Materials,” for business development executives, sales managers, shipping managers, export coordinators and sales coordinators to learn more about compliance measures to ensure successful export transactions, upcoming EU REACH registration deadlines, South Korea REACH requirements, regulations in China and Canada, and more. Karin F. Baron, MSPH, Senior Regulatory Consultant, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®), presented.

The Household & Commercial Products Association's (HCPA) XPAND2018 annual meeting focused on challenges and opportunities facing the household and commercial products industry. The Acta Group (Acta^®) affiliate Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) was a proud sponsor. Richard E. Engler, Ph.D., Director of Chemistry, Acta, presented "The Advantages and Legal Consequences of Ramped Up Supply Chain Communications."

ChemCon Europe 2018 brought together experts representing companies, authorities and international organizations from over 30 countries. Presentations were given by more than 50 speakers from governments and industry will focus in the field of international chemical legislation all over the world, including REACH, TSCA, GHS and country specific information on inventories, and labelling requirements. Michael S. Wenk, M.S., Senior Regulatory Consultant, The Acta Group (Acta^®), presented "Middle East - Chemical Management and Product Regulation."

The fourth annual Biocides USA, presented by Chemical Watch, covered new developments in United States biocidal product regulation, as well as global regulations in China, South Korea, Vietnam, India, the European Union, and Canada. Brian Xu, M.D., Ph.D., DABT^®, toxicologist with The Acta Group (Acta^®), presented on pesticide regulations in China.

Chemical Watch’s Regulatory Summit USA focused on the latest developments in state level, federal and global chemical legislation, including TSCA, REACH, and California’s Proposition 65. Lynn L. Bergeson, President, The Acta Group (Acta^®) presented. Acta affiliate Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) was a proud sponsor.

The International Bar Association’s (IBA) 2018 Annual Conference in Rome, Italy, presented an unparalleled opportunity to exchange knowledge and to create and renew a global network of colleagues and business contacts. Lynn L. Bergeson, President, The Acta Group (Acta^®), moderated the Sustainable Investment in Agriculture session.

Chemical Watch’s AsiaHub Summit Europe brought together experts on China, Taiwan, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam to provide updates on recent regulatory developments, with timely updates from India, Japan, and Malaysia. Brian Xu, M.D., Ph.D., DABT^®, toxicologist with The Acta Group (Acta^®), presented regarding regulations in China vs. those in the US and Europe.

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) and The Acta Group (Acta^®) were pleased to present “Chemical Regulation in the Middle East.” This complimentary webinar was presented in conjunction with the recently released book “Chemical Regulation in the Middle East,” written by Michael S. Wenk, M.S., Senior Regulatory Consultant with B&C and Acta. Mr. Wenk presented an overview of chemical substance regulation in the Middle East with a focus on key chemical control programs in Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Oman, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia.