ECHA URGES COMPANIES TO ID CHEMICALS PROPERLY The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) June 18 said some online REACH submissions have been incomplete, so it will be issuing new guidelines soon.

EU SEEKS FEEDBACK ON NANOTECH RISKS The EU June 17 said it will be seeking input on health and safety risks from nanotechnology.

AUSTRALIANS NIX FLAMING BALL TOY Consumer Affairs Victoria (Australia) June 16 banned a ball made of fire-resistant material that users soak in flammable liquid and ignite before kicking it around.

FOREIGN & INTERNATIONAL BRIEFS Briefs on electrical products, hot water bottles, magnets, baby slippers, pajamas, play equipment, candle warmers, lamps, welders, dishwashers, RAPEX.