Pharma & Life Sciences

Lifeworks Technology Massage Guns Recalled as Unauthorised Device

Health Canada has recalled Lifeworks Technology Vibra-Heal and Restore Massage Guns because they were distributed without a valid medical device licence. Sales have ceased, and the company plans to apply for the necessary licence.

Health product recall: APO-BRIMONIDINE-TIMOP weight out of specification

Health Canada has issued a recall for APO-BRIMONIDINE-TIMOP due to a weight specification issue in lot VK2312. The recall is classified as Type II, indicating a low probability of adverse health consequences. Retailers are instructed to remove the affected product from shelves.

ECHA Updates Annual Evaluation Statistics

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has updated its statistics on chemical evaluation progress, reporting on compliance checks conducted between 2009 and 2025. The agency checked the compliance of over 30% of substances registered before 2019 at volumes of at least 100 tonnes per year, aiming to ensure reliable hazard data and chemical safety.

Biocides Committee supports ethanol approval for disinfectants

ECHA's Biocidal Products Committee (BPC) has supported the approval of ethanol for use in human hygiene, general, and food/feed area disinfectants. The committee did not conclude on ethanol's carcinogenic or reprotoxic properties due to data limitations and the nature of existing evidence.

ECHA Risk Assessment Committee Adopts PFAS Restriction Opinion

The European Chemicals Agency's Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) has adopted its opinion on a proposal to restrict all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) across the EU/EEA. This opinion is a key step in the regulatory process, with the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) expected to release its draft opinion soon.

ECHA Biocidal Products Committee Opinions on Active Substances and Authorisations

The European Chemicals Agency's Biocidal Products Committee (BPC) adopted six opinions on active substances and two on Union authorisations in its February 2026 meeting. These opinions concern substances like ethanol, DMDMH, hydrochloric acid, C(M)IT/MIT, and peracetic acid, impacting various product types. The European Commission will make the final decisions.

Medline Industries Recalls Catheters Due to Particulates and Infection Risk

The FDA has identified a Medline Industries catheter recall as the most serious type due to potential particulates causing infection or embolism. Affected product lots must be destroyed. This is an expansion of a previous recall.

Tomum Minoxidil Hair Serum Bottles Recalled Due to Child Poisoning Risk

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of approximately 27,400 units of Tomum Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment spray bottles due to a violation of the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The bottles are not child-resistant, posing a serious poisoning risk to children. Belleka Inc. is offering a free replacement product.

Cubimana Building Sets Recalled Due to Battery Ingestion Risk

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of approximately 3,950 Cubimana Island Storm 3 In 1 Building Sets sold on Amazon. The recall is due to a violation of the mandatory toy safety standard, as the battery compartment can be easily accessed by children, posing a risk of serious injury or death from battery ingestion.

Unique Brands Recalls Forever 21 Pajama Pants for Burn Hazard

Unique Brands is recalling approximately 230 units of Forever 21 Kids Disney Mickey Mouse Pajama Pants due to a burn hazard. The recalled sleepwear violates mandatory flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of serious injury or death. Consumers are advised to stop using the product immediately and contact Unique Brands for a full refund.