EU allows Slovakia to use ethylene oxide to protect cultural heritage
29 Sep 2026Effective: 28 Sep 20268 views
Who is affected:
Cultural institutions and heritage conservation companies in Slovakia
Summary
The European Commission authorizes Slovakia to use biocides containing ethylene oxide to preserve cultural assets. This exception applies only to that country under strict conditions.
Detailed analysis
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Implementation Decision (EU) 2026/2153 grants Slovakia a derogation from Regulation (EU) 528/2012 on biocides, allowing it to authorize products containing ethylene oxide for disinfection and conservation of cultural heritage. Ethylene oxide is an active substance not generally approved in the EU due to health and envi…
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