Mastering Efficacy Testing for Biocides

Stay ahead of shifting efficacy expectations with our pre‑conference training in Düsseldorf. As regulatory requirements tighten, this session gives you a comprehensive and up‑to‑date overview of what evaluators look for today. Join this interactive session and prepare for two days of biocides insights.

22.04.2026
Novotel Düsseldorf City West
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Overview

Stay on Top of Efficacy Requirements – Join Our Pre-Conference Training

Efficacy requirements for biocides are evolving rapidly, and expectations have tightened. Relying on past experience has become a real risk for gaps, delays, or even non approval.

This is clearly shown by the ECHA Guidance on Efficacy already in Version 6.0 and ongoing updates introduced through the Technical Agreements on Biocides (TAB).

Our focused pre-conference training gives you all the updates and essential knowledge you need to get your products authorised or your substances approved successfully.

Held in Dusseldorf on the afternoon before our Biocidal Products Regulation Conference, it’s the perfect match: an interactive setting to learn, exchange, and network ahead of two insight packed conference days

Seats are limited – secure your place now!

Learning Objectives

  • Gain a clear overview of the regulatory context, key guidance, and latest developments in BPR efficacy requirements
  • Understand core principles of efficacy testing and how data shapes SPCs, product claims, and market positioning
  • Learn how to design efficient test plans and work effectively with labs and authorities to compile coherent datasets

Who should attend this training?

Anyone seeking a clear understanding of efficacy requirements under the Biocidal Products Regulation.

It is particularly valuable for professionals working in:

  • Legal & Regulatory Affairs
  • Registration & Authorisation
  • Research & Development (R&D)
  • Product Safety & Stewardship
  • Product Management
  • Regulatory Science

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Programme

PLEASE NOTE: The indicated times refer to Central European Summer Time CEST.

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Wednesday, 22 February 2026 | 14:00 - 18:00 CEST
13:30
Registration & Coffee
14:00
Welcome & Introduction
Overview, Regulatory Context and Latest Developments
  • Legal requirements and role in risk assessments
  • Connection to other data requirements and impact on Summary of Product Characteristics (SPCs)
Market and Strategic Relevance
  • How efficacy data influences market positioning and marketing claims
Information Sources and Guidance Overview
  • ECHA Guidance on BPR – Volume II: Efficacy & related official documentation
  • Overview of sources for test methods, protocols and guidelines
Basic Principles of Efficacy Testing
  • Test organisms and selection criteria
  • Test conditions and environmental relevance
  • Validation, neutralisation, and control measures
  • Resistance
  • Understanding pass/fail criteria
  • Test types across Main Groups 1-3: disinfectants, preservatives, and pest control products
Designing a Test Plan for Products or Product Families
  • Selecting products and bridging tests
  • Defining uses, claims, and borderline cases
  • Choosing appropriate tests and conditions
  • Managing formulations and active vs. non-active substances
Practical Guidance: Do’s and Don’ts
  • Working effectively with laboratories and reviewing reports
  • Communicating with evaluating competent authorities (eCAs)
  • Compiling coherent datasets and aligning marketing claims
Summary & Discussion
End of the training

Speakers

Name

Company

Van Hees

Stijn Van Hees

ARCHE Consulting, Belgium

Stijn has a degree in environmental science and sanitation next to his biology degree. He is a Senior Project Scientist at ARCHE Consulting where he focuses on biocides project management, efficacy and risk assessments. In this role he has been sharing regulatory and scientific advice with global members from the biocides industry wanting to gain Europan market acces for their products. Earlier he learned all about Biocides legislation and environmental risk assessment while working for the Belgian competent authority from 2012 to 2016.

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Venue

Novotel Düsseldorf City West
Niederkasseler Lohweg 179
40547 Düsseldorf
Phone : +49 211 52060-0
Email: h3279@accor.com
https://all.accor.com/hotel/3279/index.de.shtml?dateIn=&nights=&compositions=1&stayplus=false#origin=novotel

We have reserved a limited number of rooms for our participants at the hotel. These rooms can be booked up to 4 weeks prior to the start of the event. Please book early and directly through the hotel quoting „Akademie Fresenius“ as reference.

Prices & Services

Participation Fee: € 395.00 plus VAT.

The registration fee includes the following benefits:

  • Event participation
  • Event documentation
  • Coffee and beverages
  • Certificate of attendance


Terms of Cancellation / Book without Risk
Written cancellations or transfers will be accepted free of charge up to four weeks prior to the start of the event. After this date and up to a week prior to the start of the event we will reimburse 50% of the registration fee. We cannot, unfortunately, provide refunds for later cancellations. However, in this case we will provide you with the event documentation after the event.
Please note that you can name a substitute free of charge at any time.

Claudia Werner

Your Contact

Claudia Werner
Programme and conceptual design

+49 231 75896-83
cwerner@akademie-fresenius.de

Claudia Werner

Your Contact

Claudia Werner
Programme and conceptual design

+49 231 75896-83
cwerner@akademie-fresenius.de

Claudia Werner

Your Contact

Claudia Werner
Programme and conceptual design

+49 231 75896-83
cwerner@akademie-fresenius.de

Alexandra Schardt

Your Contact

Alexandra Schardt
Organisation and participant management

+49 231 75896-74
aschardt@akademie-fresenius.de

Alexandra Schardt

Your Contact

Alexandra Schardt
Organisation and participant management

+49 231 75896-74
aschardt@akademie-fresenius.de

Display / Supplement

Present your Company at the Event.

You can personally present your products and services directly to your specified target group. We are happy to provide you with further information on our range of available options – from displaying company information at the reception counter to presenting your company with an exhibition stand.

We would be pleased to assist you personally:

Monika Stratmann

Monika Stratmann
Phone: +49 231 75896-48
info@akademie-fresenius.de

Press Contact

We offer journalists and editors a platform where they can get in touch with the experts.

If you are the editor of a specialist publication and interested in a press pass or media partnership, please contact us well in advance. We are happy to advise you.


Please contact us:

Katharina Geraridis

Katharina Geraridis
Phone: +49 231 75896-67
presse@akademie-fresenius.de

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