NIA Special Purpose Committee on Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs)

NIA Staff
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Summary

As many of you will be aware, Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) and other fibre-like materials are the subject of growing scrutiny — from regulatory developments and labelling requirements to NGO concerns and end-user hesitancy. To help Members navigate these challenges, the NIA has established a Special Purpose Committee (SPC) on Carbon Nanotubes.

The inaugural meeting is scheduled for Friday, 20 March at 15:30 CET / 10:30 EDT / 23:30 JST.

Members wishing to join the SPC are invited to self-nominate by contacting Sean Kelly (sean.kelly@niaglobal.com), who will share the meeting invite and Terms of Reference.

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