Regulation (EU) 2026/1165, passed by the EU, extends data protection for certain biocidal active chemicals (pesticides, preservatives, and disinfectants) until December 31, 2030. Reason for Extension The new legislation, which was signed into law on May 20, 2026, by Council President Nicolas Ioannides and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, attempts to address a regulatory bottleneck […]