To take advantage of the most current scientific knowledge, a statement said, it is essential that funding institutions in member countries prioritize the assessment and validation of new scientific knowledge.

And there is something to be lifted: Costs vary widely depending on the method, but a "rough estimate" could be €500,000 for a battery of 10-15 in vitro tests using 7-10 chemicals, according to a communication to Chemical Watch.

Source:
https://www.oecd.org/chemicalsafety/testing/oecdguidelinesforthetestingofchemicals.htm
https://www.oecd.org/env/ehs/organisationoftheenvironmenthealthandsafetyprogramme.htm
https://chemicalwatch.com/660267/oecd-calls-for-urgent-mobilisation-of-funding-for-test-method-validation