Extension of boric acid authorization as a biocide for wood protection
26 May 2026Effective: 22 May 202680 views
Who is affected:
Manufacturers and distributors of boric acid biocides for wood protection
Summary
The EU delays the expiration date of boric acid approval as a biocide for wood protection (type 8), allowing its continued use while the review is completed.
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The European Commission has adopted an Implementing Decision that delays the expiration of boric acid approval as an active substance in biocides of product type 8, intended for wood protection. This extension is framed within Regulation (EU) 528/2012 on biocides and responds to the need to complete the evaluation and …
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