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plastic waste
06 / 06 / 2025
Patent news

Europe is at the forefront of inventions designed to combat plastic waste

With Germany, France, Italy and the UK forging ahead, Europe has consistently led in plastic waste management innovation, accounting for 44% of related patenting activity during the past three decades.

Europe is at the forefront of inventions designed to combat plastic waste
annual report 2024
05 / 06 / 2025
Other news

Centexbel annual report 2024

Centexbel is proud to present its Annual Report 2024, showcasing a year marked by scientific breakthroughs, impactful collaborations, and strategic investments—all aligned with our mission to support a more sustainable and circular textile and plastics industry.

Centexbel annual report 2024
my little pony
05 / 06 / 2025
REACH

Fake My Little Pony's withdrawn amid safety concerns

This incident spotlights the vital importance of CE marking. Under the European Toy Safety Directive (2009/48/EC), toys must comply with safety requirements, including mechanical, chemical, and fire safety evaluations before they can be legally sold within the EU.

Fake My Little Pony's withdrawn amid safety concerns
stijn pointer checkt screenshot
23 / 05 / 2025
REACH

Poison in Fast Fashion?

Poison in Fast Fashion? We tested 6 garments | POINTER CHECKT | #50 | NPO 

Poison in Fast Fashion?
sterile
21 / 05 / 2025
Patent news

Packaging for disinfectable or steriliseable objects

The invention relates to packaging for disinfectable or steriliseable objects. Additionally, it relates to the transportation of disinfected or sterilised objects.

Packaging for disinfectable or steriliseable objects
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21 / 05 / 2025
Patent alert

Patent-Alert 2025-05

This month’s selection deals with plastic recycling starting with examples of recycling methods followed by example products incorporating recycled plastic.

Patent-Alert 2025-05