Competent authority

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002306",
  "term": "Competent authority",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A governmental agency or other official body legally empowered to perform a designated function or to exercise jurisdiction over a particular matter. This authority is responsible for setting and enforcing regulations, standards, or policies within its domain. In toxicology, a competent authority might regulate chemical safety or approve new pharmaceutical products.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1194 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/competent-authority/"
}