CMR classification of ethanol would have critical consequences for public health, says AISE

A.I.S.E. - the pan-European body representing the detergents and maintenance products industry - says recognising ethanol's essential role in infection control and public health is vital for maintaining effective and safe disinfecting practices.This is in response to news the European Commission is considering reclassifying ethanol as a carcinogenic and reproductive toxicant chemical (CMR) in proposals under the BPR and CLP Regulations. If classified as CMR, ethanol would be banned for use in bi