Consensus on Banning Chemical Production or Use

A major obstacle in reaching consensus during EU risk management decision-making arises when a large variation in the economic impact 

8 There is a growing chemical trade between Germany and several East European Member States [318, 330]. 

9 This is referenced in Section 3.8 and supported by several interviewee responses. 

Socio-economic analyses of regulatory options appear far more relevant at national and local levels. In particular, this decisionmaking tool has the potential to identify businesses that may require particular financial or technical support to help them to conform with new regulatory demands (Section 2.4.5). Unfortunately, according 

As several regulators explained during the interviews, decision-making on regulatory measures ultimately comes down to a vote between the 

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