The new 4.7 release of the OECD QSAR Toolbox is a major update to Toolbox 4.6. One of our QSAR experts gives you an overview of the most important features.

New safe upper intake levels for iron have been set.

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has set new levels for the upper tolerable intake of vitamin A.

Data in new EU evaluations of silver-containing biocidal substances show severe adverse health effects of silver and the silver ion and have resulted in new EU classification proposals for metallic silver and silver nitrate.

In an amendment to the REACH Regulation, deadlines have been set for the continued use of the silicone substances D4, D5 and D6. This includes their use in medical devices and cosmetic products.

In cooperation with the Danish Technological Institute and Food Diagnostics A/S, DHI runs a network for Danish food companies that want to be at the forefront of developments in allergen management.