Review of the EU legislation for 19/12/2024

Here’s a concise review of the legal acts:

Technical and Product Regulations:

• Correction of energy efficiency class indicators in multiple language versions of sustainable economic activities regulation
• Authorization of ferric tyrosine chelate as a feed additive for poultry with specific content and safety requirements
• Authorization of zinc-L-selenomethionine and cyanocobalamin as feed additives with detailed technical specifications
• Amendment to cybersecurity certification scheme specifying international standards and evaluation methods
• Renewal of Bacillus velezensis authorization as feed additive with increased concentration requirements

Trade and Import Regulations:

• Addition of plant products (fruits, flowers, herbs) to Northern Ireland import list from UK
• Modification of autonomous tariff quotas for agricultural and industrial products
• Updates to fish and fishery products quotas from Norway and Iceland
• New registration requirements for Chinese hardwood plywood imports
• Revision of official controls on food and feed imports with updated control frequencies

Agricultural and Food Safety:

• New classification system for radish leaves with specific pesticide residue standards
• Modified import rules for animal products with focus on bluetongue virus testing
• Updated requirements for importing certain animal products from specific countries

Administrative and Procedural:

• Establishment of procedures for joint scientific consultations on medicinal products
• New rules for transferring criminal proceedings between EU Member States
• Harmonized rules for construction products marketing with environmental requirements

Review of each of legal acts published today:

Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/3215 of 28 June 2024 correcting certain language versions of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/2139 supplementing Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council by establishing the technical screening criteria for determining the conditions under which an economic activity qualifies as contributing substantially to climate change mitigation or climate change adaptation and for determining whether that economic activity causes no significant harm to any of the other environmental objectives

This Regulation is a technical correction to Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/2139, addressing errors in various language versions regarding the classification of sustainable economic activities. The corrections primarily concern the indication of energy efficiency classes in Annexes I and II of the original regulation.The act consists of two articles and focuses on correcting errors in 16 different language versions of the original regulation. The main corrections include energy efficiency class indications, a missing paragraph in the Polish version regarding Section 3.5 of Annex I, an incorrect reference in the Portuguese version’s Article 1, and errors in the title of Annex II in the French version.The key provisions include:

• Corrections to energy efficiency class indicators in both Annexes I and II
• Specific corrections for French, Irish, Polish, Portuguese and Spanish versions
• A correction to the Energy Performance Certificate class in Section 7.7 of Annex II for Irish and Spanish versions
• The regulation maintains that other language versions remain unaffected by these corrections

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3162 of 18 December 2024 concerning the authorisation of ferric tyrosine chelate as a feed additive for all poultry species for fattening, all poultry species reared for laying, and turkeys and minor poultry species reared for breeding (holder of authorisation: Akeso Biomedical, Inc. USA, represented in the Union by Pen & Tec Consulting SLU)

This Commission Implementing Regulation authorizes the use of ferric tyrosine chelate as a feed additive for various poultry species. The authorization is granted to Akeso Biomedical, Inc. USA (represented by Pen & Tec Consulting SLU) and sets specific conditions for the additive’s use in animal nutrition. The regulation aims to ensure the safe use of this feed additive while improving poultry’s zootechnical parameters and reducing Campylobacter presence.The regulation consists of two main articles and a detailed annex. Article 1 establishes the authorization of ferric tyrosine chelate as a zootechnical additive, while Article 2 sets the entry into force. The annex provides detailed technical specifications, including the composition requirements, analytical methods, and conditions of use.Key provisions include:
– Minimum content requirements: 820 g/kg total tyrosine, 80 g/kg iron, and 60 g/kg total nitrogen
– Maximum impurity limits: nickel ≤ 20 mg/kg and lithium ≤ 50 mg/kg
– Usage limits: minimum 20 mg/kg and maximum 200 mg/kg in feedingstuff
– Mandatory safety measures for handlers, including the use of protective equipment
– Authorization validity until January 8, 2035

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3163 of 18 December 2024 amending the Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/2059 as regards the inclusion of certain goods of plant origin in the list of rest-of-the-world commodities

This Regulation amends the list of rest-of-the-world commodities that can enter Northern Ireland from other parts of the UK by adding certain goods of plant origin. The amendment is based on the UK’s confirmation that it implements proper import controls for these goods.The Regulation adds three categories of plant products to the existing list:

• Fresh fruits (figs, lychees, and dragon fruit)
• Cut flowers and flower buds (9 types including carnations, chrysanthemums, lilies, etc.)
• Cut herbs (12 types including chives, lemongrass, tarragon, etc.)

For each added product, the Regulation specifies:

• The exact commodity name
• The corresponding CN code for classification
• The requirement for a phytosanitary certificate conforming to the International Plant Protection Convention
• The geographical scope (all third countries)

The Regulation applies retroactively from September 2, 2024, as the UK provided evidence of implementing proper plant health rules from that date. All listed products require phytosanitary certificates and are subject to the same import conditions and official controls as required by EU regulations.

Council Regulation (EU) 2024/3213 of 16 December 2024 amending Regulation (EU) 2021/2283 opening and providing for the management of autonomous tariff quotas of the Union for certain agricultural and industrial products

This regulation amends Council Regulation (EU) 2021/2283 regarding autonomous tariff quotas for certain agricultural and industrial products imported into the EU. The regulation establishes duty-free or reduced-duty import quotas for specific quantities of various products.The regulation makes several key changes to the existing quota system:

• Opens new quotas with zero duty rates for certain industrial products (order numbers 09.2540-09.2543) and reduced duty rate for 09.2795
• Amends product descriptions and TARIC codes for existing quotas
• Adjusts quota volumes – increasing some (e.g. 09.2662) and decreasing others (e.g. 09.2679)
• Extends quota periods and adapts volumes for certain products
• Closes three quotas (09.2664, 09.2682 and 09.2926) from January 2025

The regulation contains a detailed annex listing all the quota order numbers, product codes, descriptions, quota periods, volumes and duty rates. The products covered include agricultural goods, chemicals, metals, machinery parts and other industrial items. Many quotas are subject to end-use customs supervision, meaning the imported goods must be used for specific manufacturing purposes.

Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/3196 of 18 December 2024 amending Annex I to Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards radish leaves

This Regulation amends the classification and maximum residue levels (MRLs) of pesticides for radish leaves in the European Union. The act introduces a new classification system that distinguishes between small and large radish leaves based on their botanical varieties. It also establishes specific pesticide residue standards for each category.The Regulation modifies Annex I to Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 by creating two separate entries for radish leaves: ‘small radish leaves’ (Raphanus sativus var. radicula) which will follow the MRLs applied to Roman rocket/rucola, and ‘large radish leaves’ (Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus and var. niger) which will continue to follow the MRLs for kales. The amendment also removes the transitional period that was previously in place for radish leaves MRLs.Key provisions include:

• Creation of two distinct categories for radish leaves based on their size and variety
• Assignment of different MRL standards for each category based on similar agricultural practices
• Inclusion of scientific names for precise identification of plant varieties
• Removal of temporary provisions as permanent standards are now established

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3144 of 18 December 2024 amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/482 as regards applicable international standards and correcting that Implementing Regulation

This Regulation amends the EU cybersecurity certification scheme (EUCC) by specifying applicable international standards and making corrections to previous regulations. The act primarily deals with technical aspects of cybersecurity certification and evaluation standards.The main changes introduced by this Regulation include:

• Specification of which versions of Common Criteria and Common Evaluation Methodology standards apply for certificates issued under EUCC
• Introduction of transition rules allowing use of previous versions of standards until December 31, 2027
• Updates to requirements for accreditation of Information Technology Security Evaluation Facilities (ITSEFs)
• Deletion of certain notification rules that will be covered by another regulation

Key provisions include:

• Detailed rules on which versions of international standards can be used during certification process
• Specific transition periods to allow stakeholders to adapt to new requirements
• Special provisions for protection profiles required under existing EU legislation
• Updated accreditation requirements for conformity assessment bodies
• New specifications for maintenance reports and certification documentation

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3164 of 18 December 2024 amending Council Regulation (EC) No 992/95 as regards Union tariff quotas for certain fish and fishery products originating in Norway

This Commission Implementing Regulation amends Council Regulation (EC) No 992/95 regarding Union tariff quotas for fish and fishery products originating in Norway. The regulation establishes duty-free tariff quotas for various fish products and sets specific quota volumes for different periods from 2025 to 2028.The regulation consists of two main articles and an extensive annex. Article 1 introduces amendments to Regulation 992/95, including provisions for tariff quotas covering the period from May 2021 to April 2028. Article 2 sets the entry into force date as January 1, 2025.The Annex contains detailed quota specifications for different types of fish products, organized under order numbers from 09.0860 to 09.0871. For each product category, it establishes specific quota volumes for four periods: January-April 2025 and then three annual periods from May to April until 2028.

Key provisions:

• All quotas are duty-free (0% tariff)
• Products covered include herring, mackerel, salmon, shrimps, and various other fish species
• Quota volumes are specified in tonnes net weight
• Unused quota volumes can be transferred for up to two years following the end of application period
• Quotas are managed on a first-come, first-served basis according to the dates of customs declarations

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3201 of 18 December 2024 amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/1268 extending the definitive countervailing duties imposed by Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/433 on imports of stainless steel cold-rolled flat products originating in Indonesia to imports of stainless steel cold-rolled flat products consigned from Taiwan, Türkiye and Vietnam, whether declared as originating in Taiwan, Türkiye and Vietnam or not

This Regulation amends the previous Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/1268 regarding countervailing duties on stainless steel cold-rolled flat products. The main purpose is to correct an error in the assessment of exemption for Vietnamese producer Lam Khang Joint Stock Company from these duties.The act consists of three main articles that introduce changes to the previous regulation. The key modification is granting an exemption to Lam Khang Joint Stock Company from countervailing duties, which was previously denied due to an incorrect analysis of price data. The regulation also provides for the repayment of any duties collected from this company since May 8, 2024.The main provisions include:

• Correction of the previous assessment regarding Lam Khang’s purchase prices of Indonesian stainless steel hot-rolled coils
• Amendment of the list of companies exempted from countervailing duties to include Lam Khang
• Instructions for customs authorities to refund any excess duties collected from Lam Khang
• Change of the TARIC additional code for Taiwanese exporter Chia Far Industrial Factory Co., Ltd

The regulation addresses several objections from EUROFER (European Steel Association) regarding both procedural and substantive aspects of these amendments, providing detailed explanations for rejecting these objections. The Commission emphasizes its authority to correct errors identified after the administrative procedure has closed, particularly when such errors are found at the final stage of investigation.

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3153 of 18 December 2024 amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1793 on the temporary increase of official controls and emergency measures governing the entry into the Union of certain goods from certain third countries implementing Regulations (EU) 2017/625 and (EC) No 178/2002 of the European Parliament and of the Council

This Commission Implementing Regulation amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1793 regarding official controls on food and feed imports into the EU. The key aspects include:The regulation updates rules for temporary increased controls and special conditions for importing certain food and feed products from specific third countries due to contamination risks from mycotoxins, pesticides, microbes, and other hazardous substances.The main changes include:

• Adding new products to control lists like zara lemons from Bangladesh
• Removing some products from controls like yardlong beans from Dominican Republic
• Adjusting control frequencies for various products (e.g. reducing controls on oranges from Egypt from 30% to 20%)
• Modifying special import conditions for products like sesamum seeds from Ethiopia and turnips from Lebanon

The regulation contains detailed tables specifying:

• Which food/feed products require increased controls
• The frequency of identity and physical checks required
• The specific hazards being monitored (e.g. aflatoxins, pesticide residues, salmonella)
• The applicable CN codes and TARIC classifications

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3168 of 18 December 2024 concerning the authorisation of a preparation of zinc-L-selenomethionine as a feed additive for all animal species

This Commission Implementing Regulation authorizes the use of zinc-L-selenomethionine as a feed additive for all animal species. The regulation specifically concerns a preparation with a selenium content ranging from 40 to 46 g/kg, which is classified as a nutritional additive in the functional group of compounds of trace elements. The authorization is granted based on safety assessments for animals, consumers, and the environment.The regulation consists of two main articles and a detailed annex. Article 1 establishes the authorization of the preparation, while Article 2 sets the entry into force. The annex provides comprehensive technical specifications, including the characterization of the additive, analytical methods, and conditions of use.Key provisions include:

• The preparation must contain 40-46 g selenium per kg of additive
• Maximum supplementation with organic selenium is limited to 0.20 mg Se/kg of complete feed
• Total selenium content in complete feed must not exceed 0.50 mg/kg
• The additive must be incorporated into feed in the form of a premixture
• Specific safety measures are required for handling, including the use of protective equipment
• The authorization is valid until January 8, 2035

The regulation provides detailed specifications for the chemical composition of the additive, including minimum content requirements for L-selenomethionine, selenium, zinc, and chloride. It also establishes specific analytical methods for determining the presence and concentration of these elements in feed additives, premixtures, and compound feed.

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3169 of 18 December 2024 laying down rules for the application of Regulation (EU) 2021/2282 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to the procedures for joint scientific consultations on medicinal products for human use at Union level

This Regulation establishes detailed procedural rules for joint scientific consultations on medicinal products at the EU level. It sets up a framework for cooperation between health technology developers and the Member State Coordination Group to facilitate the process of joint clinical assessments of medicines. The Regulation aims to ensure efficient exchange of information about development plans for medicinal products and provide guidance on required clinical studies data.The Regulation consists of 16 articles covering the following key areas: submission of consultation requests, selection of experts, cooperation with European Medicines Agency, documentation requirements, meetings procedures, and data protection rules. It establishes specific timelines and procedures for different stages of the consultation process.Key provisions include:

• Setting at least three request periods per year for joint scientific consultations
• Detailed procedures for submitting consultation requests and required documentation
• Rules for selecting and involving individual experts and stakeholder organizations
• Requirements for parallel consultations with the European Medicines Agency
• Procedures for meetings between developers and experts
• Data protection and confidentiality requirements

The Regulation introduces specific templates and IT platform requirements for documentation exchange, establishes clear timelines for different consultation stages, and sets rules for expert involvement and stakeholder input. It provides a comprehensive framework for conducting joint scientific consultations while ensuring transparency, independence and protection of confidential information.

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3143 of 18 December 2024 establishing the circumstances, formats and procedures for notifications pursuant to Article 61(5) of Regulation (EU) 2019/881 of the European Parliament and of the Council on ENISA (the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity) and on information and communications technology cybersecurity certification

This Regulation establishes detailed procedures for notifications of conformity assessment bodies in the field of cybersecurity certification within the EU. It implements provisions of the Cybersecurity Act regarding how national cybersecurity certification authorities (NCCAs) should notify the European Commission about bodies authorized to issue European cybersecurity certificates. The Regulation is particularly relevant in light of the first European Common Criteria-based cybersecurity certification scheme (EUCC).The Regulation consists of 5 articles and an Annex. Article 1 defines the subject matter, Article 2 establishes notification procedures, Article 3 deals with identification numbers and lists of conformity assessment bodies, Article 4 covers changes to notifications, and Article 5 contains entry into force provisions. The Annex provides detailed requirements for information that must be included in notifications.Key provisions include:

• NCCAs must use the Commission’s electronic notification tool to submit notifications about conformity assessment bodies
• The Commission assigns unique identification numbers to notified bodies, even if they are notified under multiple schemes
• NCCAs must notify any changes without delay, including restrictions, suspensions or withdrawals of notifications
• Specific requirements for secure storage of records in cases where notifications are withdrawn or bodies cease activities
• Detailed information requirements for notifications, including general information, details about the NCCA, conformity assessment body, accreditation and authorization information

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3145 of 18 December 2024 amending Annexes I, IX, X and XV to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/404 as regards the lists of third countries or territories or zones thereof authorised for the entry into the Union of consignments of certain products of animal origin, and correcting Annex XXI thereto as regards the entries for the United States

This Regulation amends the rules for importing certain animal products and germinal materials into the European Union from third countries, with particular focus on changes related to bluetongue virus (BTV) cases and meat products regulations.The act introduces new testing requirements for bovine, ovine, and caprine animals in the United Kingdom and North Macedonia due to confirmed BTV cases. It also modifies the authorization for Moldova regarding meat products from poultry, establishing a new zone ‘MD-1’ that doesn’t require specific risk-mitigating treatment.The main changes include:

• New BTV testing requirements for the United Kingdom (zones GB-1 and GB-2) and North Macedonia (zone MK-0)
• Updates to Brazil’s zoning description for meat products
• Creation of new zones in Moldova (MD-1 and MD-2) with different requirements for poultry meat products
• Correction of certificate references for aquatic animals from the United States

Key provisions for implementation:

• The changes regarding animal testing requirements are immediate for affected countries
• Moldova’s new zoning system allows for different treatment requirements based on geographical areas
• The correction for US aquatic animals certificates applies retroactively from October 1, 2021
• References to the United Kingdom explicitly exclude Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3165 of 18 December 2024 amending Council Regulation (EC) No 499/96 as regards Union tariff quotas for certain fish and fishery products originating in Iceland

This Regulation amends Council Regulation (EC) No 499/96 regarding Union tariff quotas for certain fish and fishery products originating in Iceland. It implements new duty-free tariff quotas for various fish products for the period from 2025 to 2028, following the conclusion of a new Additional Protocol between the EU and Iceland.The Regulation consists of two main articles and an extensive Annex. Article 1 introduces amendments to the original regulation, including provisions for tariff quotas covering the period from May 2021 to April 2028, with possibility of using remaining quota volumes for up to two years after the end of this period. The Annex details specific quota arrangements for different types of fish products.The key provisions include:

• Eight new order numbers (09.0834 to 09.0841) for different fish products with specific quota volumes
• Quota periods divided into annual cycles from May to April, with initial period from January to April 2025
• Zero-duty rates for all quotas
• Detailed product descriptions and CN codes for various fish species and products, including herring, redfish, Norway lobsters, cod preparations, and various other fish species
• Specific quota volumes for each product category, with most quotas increasing after the initial period

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3166 of 18 December 2024 concerning the renewal of the authorisation of a preparation of Bacillus velezensis ATCC PTA-6737 as a feed additive for turkeys for fattening, turkeys reared for breeding, weaned piglets, weaned Suidae other than Sus scrofa domesticus, and sows, its authorisation for pigs for fattening of all Suidae species, suckling piglets of all Suidae species and sows of minor Suidae species (holder of authorisation: Kemin Europa N.V.), amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/366 and repealing Implementing Regulations (EU) No 306/2013, (EU) No 787/2013 and (EU) 2017/2276

This Regulation concerns the renewal and modification of authorizations for the use of Bacillus velezensis ATCC PTA-6737 as a feed additive for various animal species. The act extends and updates existing authorizations while adding new uses for different types of animals.The Regulation consists of 6 articles and 2 annexes. Article 1 renews the authorization for existing uses, Article 2 provides new authorizations, Article 3 amends a previous regulation, Articles 4-6 deal with repeals, transitional measures and entry into force. The annexes specify detailed technical conditions for the use of the additive.Key changes include:- Increase of minimum concentration from 1×10¹⁰ to 8×10¹⁰ CFU/g in the additive- New authorizations for pigs for fattening, suckling piglets and sows of minor Suidae species- Increased minimum content requirements for certain species- Addition of compatibility with the coccidiostat halofuginone- Removal of certain use restrictions for sowsThe main provisions establish:- Specific minimum content levels for different animal species (1×10⁷ or 1×10⁸ CFU/kg feed)- Safety requirements for handling the additive- Compatibility with various coccidiostats- Storage and stability requirements- Transitional periods for implementation until January 2026

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3167 of 18 December 2024 concerning the authorisation of cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) produced with Ensifer adhaerens CGMCC 19596 as a feed additive for all animal species

This Commission Implementing Regulation authorizes the use of cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) produced with Ensifer adhaerens CGMCC 19596 as a feed additive for all animal species. The regulation establishes the conditions for its use as a nutritional additive in animal feed, including safety requirements and quality standards. The authorization is valid until January 8, 2035.The regulation consists of two main articles and an annex. Article 1 establishes the authorization of the substance, while Article 2 sets the entry into force. The detailed technical specifications, conditions of use, and safety requirements are laid out in the comprehensive Annex.Key provisions include:

• The substance must have a purity of ≥96% on dry basis
• No minimum or maximum content limits are established for the feed
• Specific storage conditions and stability to heat treatment must be indicated in usage directions
• The endotoxin content must ensure maximal exposure of 1,600 IU/m³ air
• Feed business operators must implement safety procedures and provide protective equipment for users

The regulation includes detailed analytical methods for quantifying cyanocobalamin in both the feed additive and compound feed, using European Pharmacopoeia method and HPLC-UV respectively. The authorization is based on safety assessments by the European Food Safety Authority, which confirmed the substance’s safety for animals, consumers, and the environment.

Regulation (EU) 2024/3011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 November 2024 on the transfer of proceedings in criminal matters

This Regulation establishes rules for transferring criminal proceedings between EU Member States to improve the efficient administration of justice within the EU’s area of freedom, security and justice. It provides a comprehensive framework for one Member State to transfer ongoing criminal proceedings to another Member State that may be better placed to prosecute the case.The Regulation consists of 4 chapters and 6 annexes covering:

• General provisions on scope and definitions
• Detailed procedures for requesting and executing transfers of proceedings
• Legal effects of transfers in both requesting and requested states
• Communication methods and administrative provisions

Key provisions include:

• Criteria for when transfers can be requested (e.g., suspect is resident in requested state, evidence is located there)
• Rights and protections for suspects/accused persons and victims, including right to be informed and to legal remedies
• Grounds on which requested states can refuse transfers
• Rules on jurisdiction, evidence admissibility, and applicable sentences
• Requirements for digital communication between authorities via a decentralized IT system
• Provisions on costs, statistics collection and relationship with other international agreements

The Regulation will apply from February 1, 2027, replacing existing conventions between Member States on transfer of proceedings. It aims to prevent parallel proceedings, improve efficiency in cross-border cases, and ensure proper administration of justice while protecting fundamental rights.

Regulation (EU) 2024/3110 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 November 2024 laying down harmonised rules for the marketing of construction products and repealing Regulation (EU) No 305/2011 (Text with EEA relevance)

The Regulation lays down harmonized rules for the marketing of construction products in the EU, establishing requirements for their safety, environmental sustainability and performance assessment. It aims to ensure free movement of construction products while protecting health, safety and the environment.The Regulation has a comprehensive structure covering:

• General provisions on scope, definitions and basic requirements
• Rules for performance assessment and declaration of conformity
• Obligations of economic operators
• Technical assessment procedures and bodies
• Market surveillance and safeguard procedures
• Digital product passport requirements
• Public procurement rules

Key provisions include:

• Mandatory environmental sustainability assessment and declaration for construction products
• New digital product passport system
• Strengthened market surveillance
• Simplified procedures for SMEs
• Requirements for reused and remanufactured products
• Mandatory minimum environmental criteria for public procurement

The Regulation repeals and replaces Regulation (EU) No 305/2011 with effect from January 2026, with some provisions applying from 2025 and 2027. It significantly expands requirements around environmental sustainability and digitalization compared to the previous regulation.

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3140 of 17 December 2024 making imports of hardwood plywood originating in the People’s Republic of China subject to registration

This Commission Implementing Regulation introduces registration requirements for imports of hardwood plywood from China following an anti-dumping complaint. The regulation aims to enable potential retroactive collection of anti-dumping duties if the ongoing investigation confirms dumping practices.The regulation consists of two main articles. Article 1 directs customs authorities to register imports of specific hardwood plywood products from China, with registration expiring after nine months. Article 2 establishes the entry into force provisions. The regulation includes detailed technical specifications of the products subject to registration, including thickness requirements and wood types.Key provisions include:

• The product specifications cover plywood consisting solely of sheets of wood (excluding bamboo and okoumé) with at least one outer ply of tropical or non-coniferous wood
• Each ply must not exceed 6 mm thickness
• The complaint estimates dumping margins between 89% and 335% and an injury elimination level of 224%
• Registration applies to specific HS codes (ex 4412 31, ex 4412 33, and ex 4412 34) and corresponding CN and TARIC codes
• The registration requirement is valid for nine months from the regulation’s entry into force

Judgment of the General Court (Ninth Chamber) of 18 December 2024.TB v European Union Agency for Cybersecurity.Civil service – Members of the temporary staff – Recruitment – Vacancy notice – Rejection of application – Action for annulment – Representation of an institution by one of its agents – Interest in bringing proceedings – Admissibility – Obligation to state reasons – Principle of good administration – Liability – Non-material damage.Case T-560/21.

Judgment of the General Court (Third Chamber, Extended Composition) of 18 December 2024.TP v European Commission.Public procurement – Financial regulation – Exclusion for a period of two years from procurement and grant award procedures funded by the general budget of the European Union and by the EDF – Significant deficiencies in complying with main obligations in the implementation of a prior contract – Article 136(1)(e) of the Financial Regulation – No automatic link between a finding of a failure to comply with contractual obligations by the court having jurisdiction over the contract and the adoption of an exclusion measure by the authorising officer responsible – Obligation to conduct a specific and individual assessment of the conduct of the person concerned – Prior contract awarded to a group of economic operators – Joint and several contractual liability.Case T-776/22.