Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2104
This regulation updates the administrative details for the biocidal product ‘CVAS Disinfectant product based on Propan-2-ol’. It replaces the annex of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2029 with a consolidated summary reflecting changes to the authorisation holder’s address, manufacturer’s address, and the addition of new production sites. The most important part is the updated annex, providing comprehensive product characteristics, including trade names, authorisation details, composition, hazard statements, and authorised uses, ensuring stakeholders have access to the most current information.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2144
This regulation mandates customs authorities to register imports of high protein content pea protein originating from China. The registration, identified by specific CN and TARIC codes, is a prerequisite for potentially applying anti-dumping duties retroactively if an ongoing investigation determines that dumping has occurred and is causing injury to Union producers. The registration expires nine months after the regulation’s entry into force.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2145
This regulation amends Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2746, adjusting rules for the Farm Sustainability Data Network (FSDN). It modifies Annexes I, II, VIII, IX, and X, addressing issues raised by Member States. Key changes include adjustments to economic size thresholds and returning holding numbers for Bulgaria, clarifications in data reporting requirements, especially regarding interest on liquid assets, animal housing codes, soil texture reporting, and plant protection and antimicrobial use. It also includes exemptions for Germany and France from submitting specific data variables. The amendments to Annex VIII, detailing changes in data reporting requirements, are the most significant.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2138
This regulation amends Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/1378, updating the list of recognized control bodies competent to issue organic certificates in third countries for importing organic products into the EU. It modifies Annex II of the original regulation, detailing additions, modifications, and the authorized third countries and product categories for specific control bodies. Operators and exporters must ensure their products are certified by a recognized control body, as detailed in the updated annex, for import into the EU.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2118
This regulation reimposes definitive countervailing duties on imports of certain rainbow trout originating in Türkiye, following a judgment by the General Court. It specifies revised countervailing duty rates for Turkish exporting producers, applied retroactively from December 9, 2022. It also provides instructions for the repayment or remission of excess duties paid under the previous regulation and ensures the collection of definitive duties on imports registered under Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/719, while discontinuing further registration.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2097
This regulation approves modifications to 27 traditional terms used in the wine sector from the Czech Republic, such as ‘Archivní víno’ and ‘Burčák’. Article 1 formally approves the modifications, officially recognizing and protecting the updated definitions and usage of these terms under EU law, ensuring their legal use and protection within the EU wine market.
Review of Regulation (EU) 2025/2088
This regulation streamlines and modernizes financial sector reporting by amending several existing regulations. It aims to reduce administrative burdens, avoid duplication, and improve data efficiency. It enhances information sharing among European Supervisory Authorities, allows for data reuse for research, establishes a single contact point for reporting redundant requirements, and adjusts the reporting frequency for the InvestEU Programme to annual.
Review of Protocol on the implementation of the Fisheries Partnership Agreement
This Protocol sets out the specific terms and conditions for EU vessels to fish in the waters of São Tomé and Príncipe for the next four years. It details the fishing opportunities available to EU vessels (26 tuna seiners and 9 surface longliners), the financial contribution from the EU (EUR 3,300,000 for four years), and how this money will be used to support the country’s fisheries sector. The financial contribution is divided into access fees and sectoral support, emphasizing sustainable fishing practices and cooperation.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2104 of 21 October 2025 amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2029 as regards administrative changes to the Union authorisation for the single biocidal product CVAS Disinfectant product based on Propan-2-ol
This is a description of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2104, which amends Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2029. The amendment concerns the Union authorisation for the single biocidal product ‘CVAS Disinfectant product based on Propan-2-ol’. The core of the changes are administrative, including updates to the authorisation holder’s address, manufacturer’s address, and the addition of new production sites.
The structure of the regulation is straightforward. It consists of two articles and an annex. Article 1 states that the annex of the Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2029 is replaced entirely by the text set out in the annex to this new regulation. Article 2 indicates that the regulation will come into force twenty days after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. The annex provides a consolidated summary of the biocidal product characteristics, incorporating all administrative changes. The main changes involve updating the administrative details of the product’s authorisation, such as the address of the authorisation holder, the address of one of the manufacturers, and the inclusion of two additional production sites.
The most important provision is the updated Annex, which provides a comprehensive summary of the product characteristics, including trade names, details of the authorisation holder and manufacturers, the composition of the product, hazard and precautionary statements, and authorised uses. This updated summary ensures that all relevant parties, including users, have access to the most current information regarding the biocidal product.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2144 of 21 October 2025 making imports of pea protein originating in the People’s Republic of China subject to registration
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2144 concerns the registration of imports of pea protein originating in the People’s Republic of China. The regulation is introduced following the initiation of an anti-dumping proceeding regarding these imports. The purpose of this registration is to enable the potential retroactive imposition of anti-dumping duties if the investigation concludes that such measures are warranted.
The regulation consists of two articles. Article 1 directs customs authorities to register imports of high protein content pea protein (more than 65% protein on a dry weight basis) originating from China and specifies the relevant CN and TARIC codes for the product. The registration is set to expire nine months after the regulation’s entry into force. Article 2 stipulates that the regulation will take effect the day after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union and confirms its binding and directly applicable nature in all Member States.
The most important provision of this regulation is the directive to customs authorities to register imports of pea protein from China. This registration is a prerequisite for potentially applying anti-dumping duties retroactively, should the ongoing investigation determine that dumping has occurred and is causing injury to Union producers. Importers of pea protein from China should be aware that these imports are now subject to registration, which could lead to the imposition of duties retroactively.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2145 of 21 October 2025 amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2746 laying down rules for the application of Council Regulation (EC) No 1217/2009 setting up the Farm Sustainability Data Network and repealing Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/220
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2145 amends Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2746, which lays down rules for the application of Council Regulation (EC) No 1217/2009 setting up the Farm Sustainability Data Network (FSDN). The amendments address specific issues raised by Member States and aim to improve the accuracy, consistency, and comparability of data collected through the FSDN. These changes affect thresholds of economic size for agricultural holdings, the number of returning holdings, the presentation of sustainability data, and financial contributions to Member States.
The regulation modifies Annexes I, II, VIII, IX, and X of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2746. These modifications include:
* **Annex I and II:** Adjustments to the economic size threshold and the number of returning holdings for Bulgaria due to structural changes in its agriculture.
* **Annex VIII:**
* Clarification on reporting interest earned on liquid assets.
* Harmonization of codes for types of animal housing.
* Amendment to the reporting of soil texture in soil tests.
* Clarification of reporting requirements for plant protection product use at farm or crop level.
* Amendment to facilitate the reporting of information on antimicrobial use.
* **Annex IX and X:** Amendments following justified requests by Germany and France for exemptions from submitting data on specific variables.
The most important provisions for users of this regulation are the amendments to Annex VIII, which detail changes in data reporting requirements. Specifically, the changes related to reporting interest on liquid assets, harmonizing animal housing codes, clarifying soil texture reporting, and detailing plant protection product and antimicrobial use will directly impact how data is collected and reported by agricultural holdings and Member States.
Commission Implementing Regulation (eu) 2025/2138 of 21 October 2025 amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/1378 as regards the recognition of certain control bodies in accordance with Article 46 of Regulation (EU) 2018/848 of the European Parliament and of the Council as competent to carry out controls and issue organic certificates in third countries for the purpose of imports of organic products into the Union
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2138 amends Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/1378 concerning the recognition of control bodies competent to carry out controls and issue organic certificates in third countries for the purpose of importing organic products into the EU. The regulation updates the list of recognized control bodies and their respective scopes of competence, including the third countries and product categories they are authorized to certify. This ensures that organic products imported into the EU meet the standards set by Regulation (EU) 2018/848.
The structure of the act is straightforward. It consists of a preamble that outlines the reasons for the amendment, followed by two articles and an annex. Article 1 states that Annex II to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/1378 is amended as per the Annex to this regulation. Article 2 specifies that the regulation will come into force on the third day following its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. The Annex provides specific amendments to the list of control bodies in Annex II of the original regulation, detailing the addition of new control bodies, modifications to existing ones, and their authorized third countries and product categories.
The most important provisions for users are the specific changes listed in the Annex. These changes directly affect which control bodies are recognized by the EU for organic certification in specific third countries and for specific product categories. Operators and exporters need to be aware of these changes to ensure their products are certified by a recognized control body, which is essential for importing organic products into the EU. The inclusion of new control bodies like ‘AfriCert Limited’, ‘Organic T&C, L.L.C.’, ‘Q-Check Private Company’ and ‘SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE PROMOTION SOCIETY (SAPS)’ and the extensions of scope for others such as ‘Florida Certified Organic Growers and Consumers, Inc. (FOG), DBA as Quality Certification Services (QCS)’, ‘IMOCERT Latinoamérica Ltda.’, ‘Kiwa BCS Öko-Garantie GmbH’, ‘Organic Control System LLC Subotica’, ‘ORSER KONTROL VE SERTİFİKASYON ANONİM ȘİRKETİ’ and ‘Southern Cross Certified Australia Pty Ltd’ are critical for compliance.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2118 of 21 October 2025 reimposing a definitive countervailing duty on imports of certain rainbow trout originating in Türkiye following the judgment of the General Court of the European Union in case T-122/23
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2118 reimposes definitive countervailing duties on imports of certain rainbow trout originating in Türkiye. This follows a judgment by the General Court of the European Union in case T-122/23, which partially annulled a previous regulation (EU) 2022/2390. The new regulation aims to address the issues identified by the Court regarding the calculation of subsidies for certain Turkish exporting producers.
The regulation is structured as follows: It begins by outlining the background of the case, including previous investigations and measures in place, followed by a detailed explanation of the General Court’s judgment and how the Commission intends to implement it. It then specifies the revised countervailing duty rates for various Turkish exporting producers and clarifies the procedures for reimbursement of duties paid in excess under the previous regulation.
The most important provisions of this act are:
– **Article 1** reimposes definitive countervailing duties on specific types of rainbow trout originating in Türkiye, specifying the applicable duty rates for various exporting producers. These rates are applied retroactively from December 9, 2022.
– **Article 2** provides instructions for the repayment or remission of any countervailing duties paid in excess under the previous regulation (EU) 2022/2390, based on the revised rates established in this regulation.
– **Article 3** ensures that the definitive countervailing duty is also collected on imports that were registered in accordance with Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/719, while also discontinuing the registration of imports moving forward.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2097 of 21 October 2025 approving modifications of traditional terms in the wine sector in accordance with Article 115(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council (Archivní víno, Burčák, Jakostní likérové víno, Jakostní šumivé víno stanovené oblasti (or Sekt s. o.), Jakostní víno, Jakostní víno odrůdové, Jakostní víno s přívlastkem, Jakostní víno známkové, Klaret, Košer (or Košer víno), Krášleno na kvasnicích, Labín, Mešní víno, Mladé víno, Panenská sklizeň, Panenské víno, Pěstitelský sekt, Pozdní sběr, Premium, Rezerva, Růžák, Ryšák, Školeno na kvasnicích, Víno originální certifikace (VOC or V.O.C.), Víno s přívlastkem, Zemské víno, Zrálo na kvasnicích)
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2097 approves modifications to 27 traditional terms used in the wine sector. These terms, originating from the Czech Republic, include names like ‘Archivní víno’, ‘Burčák’, and ‘Zrálo na kvasnicích’. The approval follows an examination by the Commission and the absence of any objections to the proposed modifications. The regulation aims to update and maintain the accuracy of the register of protected traditional terms for wines within the EU.
The structure of the act is straightforward. It begins with recitals that explain the background and justification for the regulation, referencing the relevant articles of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 and related Commission regulations. It then presents two articles: Article 1 formally approves the modifications to the listed traditional terms, and Article 2 specifies the date of entry into force, which is twenty days after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. There are no previous versions mentioned in the act.
The most important provision is Article 1, which directly approves the modifications to the 27 traditional terms. This means that the updated definitions and usage of these terms, as proposed by the Czech Republic and reviewed by the Commission, are now officially recognized and protected under EU law. This ensures that these terms can be legally used and protected within the EU wine market, reflecting their traditional meaning and quality standards.
Regulation (EU) 2025/2088 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 October 2025 amending Regulations (EU) No 1092/2010, (EU) No 1093/2010, (EU) No 1094/2010, (EU) No 1095/2010, (EU) No 806/2014, (EU) 2021/523 and (EU) 2024/1620 as regards certain reporting requirements in the fields of financial services and investment support (Text with EEA relevance)
Regulation (EU) 2025/2088 aims to streamline and modernize reporting requirements in the financial sector and investment support by amending several existing regulations. The core objective is to reduce the administrative burden on both authorities and entities, avoid unnecessary duplication of reporting, and improve the efficiency of data collection and exchange. This is achieved through enhanced information sharing between various EU supervisory authorities, promoting the reuse of data for research and innovation, and establishing a framework for an integrated reporting system. The regulation also adjusts the frequency of reporting for the InvestEU Programme to alleviate burdens on implementing partners.
The regulation amends Regulations (EU) No 1092/2010, (EU) No 1093/2010, (EU) No 1094/2010, (EU) No 1095/2010, (EU) No 806/2014, (EU) 2021/523, and (EU) 2024/1620. It introduces provisions for enhanced information sharing among the European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs), the European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB), the Single Resolution Board (SRB), the European Central Bank (ECB), and the Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA). These amendments include obligations for authorities to share information upon request, to seek information from other authorities before requesting it from financial institutions, and to establish memoranda of understanding to facilitate data exchange. The regulation also mandates the ESAs to report on legal obstacles preventing information exchange and to establish a permanent single contact point for entities to report redundant requirements. Additionally, it allows for the reuse of anonymized data for research and innovation purposes and changes the reporting frequency for the InvestEU Programme from biannual to annual.
Several provisions are particularly important:
– **Enhanced Information Sharing:** The obligation for authorities to share information upon request and to seek data from other authorities first aims to reduce the reporting burden on financial institutions.
– **Data Anonymization and Reuse:** Allowing the reuse of anonymized data for research and innovation can foster greater collaboration and development within the financial sector.
– **Integrated Reporting System:** The mandate for the ESAs to prepare a report on establishing a cross-sectoral integrated reporting system could lead to significant long-term efficiencies in data collection and supervision.
– **Single Contact Point:** The establishment of a permanent single contact point for reporting redundant requirements provides a channel for entities to actively contribute to reducing administrative burdens.
– **InvestEU Reporting Frequency:** Changing the reporting frequency to annual for the InvestEU Programme directly reduces the burden on implementing partners and SMEs.
Protocol on the implementation of the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe and the European Community (2025-2029)
Okay, here’s a breakdown of the Protocol on the implementation of the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe and the European Community (2025-2029).
This Protocol sets out the specific terms and conditions for EU vessels to fish in the waters of São Tomé and Príncipe for the next four years. It details the fishing opportunities available to EU vessels, the financial contribution the EU will make to São Tomé and Príncipe, and how this money will be used to support the country’s fisheries sector. The Protocol also emphasizes sustainable fishing practices and cooperation between the two parties.
**Here’s a look at the structure and key provisions:**
* **Definitions (Article 1):** This section defines key terms used throughout the Protocol, ensuring clarity and consistency. These include terms like “Agreement,” “Union authorities,” “sectoral support,” “fishing authorization,” and “sustainable fishing.”
* **Objective and Principles (Articles 2-4):** These articles outline the Protocol’s goal of implementing the broader Fisheries Partnership Agreement, emphasizing sustainable fishing, non-discrimination, and compliance with international labor standards for fishers.
* **Fishing Opportunities and Financial Contribution (Articles 5-6):** This section specifies the number of EU vessels allowed to fish in São Tomé and Príncipe’s waters (26 tuna seiners and 9 surface longliners) and the financial contribution from the EU (EUR 3,300,000 for four years). The financial contribution is divided into access fees and sectoral support.
* **Sectoral Support (Article 7):** This article details how the EU’s financial contribution will be used to support São Tomé and Príncipe’s fisheries policy, including monitoring, control, surveillance, scientific assessments, and improving value chains for fishery products.
* **Scientific and Technical Cooperation (Article 8):** This section promotes collaboration on sustainable fishing practices, scientific research, and compliance with recommendations from regional fisheries management organizations like ICCAT.
* **Review and New Opportunities (Articles 9-10):** These articles allow for adjustments to fishing opportunities based on scientific advice and the potential for exploring new fisheries.
* **Landing Incentives and Cooperation (Article 11):** This section encourages landing catches in São Tomé and Príncipe ports, promoting economic relations and investment in the fisheries sector and the “blue economy.”
* **Suspension and Termination (Articles 12 & 18):** These articles outline the conditions under which the Protocol can be suspended or terminated, such as unusual circumstances, changes in fisheries policy, or non-payment of financial contributions.
* **Applicable Legislation and Data Exchange (Articles 13-15):** This section clarifies that São Tomé and Príncipe’s laws govern EU vessels operating in its waters, and it establishes a system for electronic data exchange, including vessel monitoring (VMS) and catch reporting (ERS). It also includes provisions for data protection.
* **Joint Committee (Article 16):** This article outlines the role of the Joint Committee in managing the agreement and making necessary amendments.
* **Duration and Provisional Application (Articles 17, 19 & 20):** The Protocol is set to last for four years and will be provisionally applied from the date of signature.
**Key Provisions for Use:**
* **Fishing Authorizations (Annex II):** This section details the procedures for EU vessels to obtain fishing authorizations, including eligibility criteria, application requirements, fees, and the obligation to keep the authorization on board.
* **Catch Monitoring and Reporting (Annex III):** This section outlines the requirements for electronic fishing logbooks (ERS), reporting catch data, and monitoring catches.
* **Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (Annex IV):** This section covers procedures for entering and leaving the fishing zone, inspections, authorized operations on board, transshipments, landings, and the vessel monitoring system (VMS).
* **Employment of ACP Fishers (Annex V):** This section mandates the employment of fishers from African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) countries on board EU vessels, setting minimum numbers and outlining working conditions and remuneration.
* **Observers (Annex VI):** This section requires EU vessels to take on board observers designated by São Tomé and Príncipe to monitor fishing activities and verify catch data.
* **Infringements (Annex VII):** This section outlines the procedures for handling infringements committed by EU vessels, including detention, penalties, and legal proceedings.
In summary, this Protocol provides a detailed framework for EU fishing activities in São Tomé and Príncipe’s waters, balancing economic interests with sustainable resource management and international obligations.
