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EU Faces Scrutiny Over Inaction on Chemicals Strategy Commitments

A European Parliament report highlights the EU’s failure to deliver key chemicals strategy actions, affecting policy certainty across sectors.

June 26, 2025

June 26, 2025

General
General

ECHA Adds Three Hazardous Chemicals to REACH Candidate List, Triggering New Compliance Duties

ECHA adds hazardous chemicals to the REACH Candidate List, introducing new legal duties for manufacturers and suppliers across the EU and EEA.

June 26, 2025

June 26, 2025

REACH
REACH

Commission’s Surprise Move on Green Claims Directive Sparks Industry Uncertainty

EU Green Claims Directive faces uncertainty after Commission signals withdrawal, raising concerns for manufacturers, retailers, and sustainability stakeholders.

June 25, 2025

June 25, 2025

General
General

EFSA Strategy Redefines Protection Goals for Terrestrial Organisms Under EU Pesticide Rules

EFSA's new guidance for terrestrial organisms reshapes pesticide risk assessments under EU law—key insights for chemicals professionals.

June 25, 2025

June 25, 2025

PPP
PPP

HSE Proposes Overhaul of GB Chemical Regulations to Streamline Compliance and Reduce Costs

HSE proposes reforms to GB chemical regulations including BPR, CLP, and PIC to cut red tape and improve regulatory agility for industry.

June 25, 2025

June 25, 2025

PIC GB
PIC GB
CLP GB
CLP GB
BPR GB
BPR GB

MSC Confirms SVHC Status for Key Siloxanes

MSC identifies new SVHCs under REACH, signalling fresh compliance obligations and risk management needs for chemicals professionals.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

REACH
REACH

UK Flame Retardant Strategy Signals Regulatory Shift for Chemicals Sector

UK's flame retardant scoping review outlines regulatory priorities, urging manufacturers and importers to prepare for compliance under UK REACH.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

REACH GB
REACH GB

EU Proposes to Expand REACH Defence Exemptions to Accelerate Readiness

The EU proposes expanded REACH defence exemptions to fast-track chemical regulatory processes vital to defence readiness and industry compliance.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

REACH
REACH
POPs
POPs
CLP
CLP

ECHA Opens Second Public Consultation on Chromium (VI) Restriction Impacting EU Manufacturers

ECHA’s new Chromium (VI) restriction proposal enters public consultation, potentially reshaping compliance for manufacturers across Europe.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

REACH
REACH

China’s Draft Environmental Code Proposes Stringent Controls on Chemicals

China's draft environmental code introduces sweeping chemical controls. Learn how it affects compliance and risk across your manufacturing value chain.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

Provisional Agreement on EU Chemicals Assessment Reform to Streamline Compliance and Boost Transparency

EU agrees on a chemicals assessment reform to streamline compliance and boost transparency. Learn what this means for manufacturers and regulators.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

Taiwan Bans Import of Cleaning Agents with Nonylphenol and Ethoxylates

Taiwan restricts Nonylphenol (NP) and NPEO in cleaning agents. Find out how this policy affects chemical compliance, imports, and product reformulations.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

Switzerland Bans BPA and Hazardous Bisphenols in Food Contact Materials

Switzerland bans BPA in food contact materials from July 2025. Learn what this means for compliance across the manufacturing and packaging sectors.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

EU Moves to Review Safeners and Synergists Under New Chemical Regulation

EU proposes review of key safeners and synergists under Regulation 2024/1487, affecting chemical compliance across sectors. Feedback closes 8 July 2025.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

PPP
PPP

EFSA Reassures Industry on Styrene Safety in Food Packaging After Genotoxicity Review

EFSA’s latest review finds no genotoxic risk from styrene in food contact materials, affirming its safe use under new migration limits.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

FCM
FCM

EPA Draft Risk Evaluations Signal Regulatory Shift for Phthalates Under TSCA

EPA’s draft TSCA risk evaluations for DBP and DEHP identify serious health and environmental risks—public comment open until 4 August.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

TSCA
TSCA

EU Scientists Urge REACH Revision to Tackle Chemical Mixture Risks

Leading scientists call on the EU to include a Mixture Assessment Factor in REACH, aiming to protect health and ecosystems from combined chemical exposure.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

REACH
REACH

SCCS Approves Safe Use of Tea Tree Oil in Cosmetics Despite Reprotoxic Concerns

EU confirms safe use of Tea Tree Oil in cosmetics under strict limits, guiding industry compliance amid reprotoxic concerns.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

CPR
CPR

Japan Requests Hazard Data on 134 Substances under CSCL to Accelerate Risk Assessment

Japan's Ministry of the Environment seeks ecotoxicity data on 134 chemicals under CSCL to refine risk assessments. Compliance due by 31 July 2025.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

CSCL
CSCL

EPA Backs RNA-Based Pesticide for Varroa Mite Control, Marking Shift from Chemical Norms

EPA proposes RNA-based pesticide Vadescana for Varroa mite control. A sustainable alternative to traditional chemicals with targeted action.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

FIFRA
FIFRA

IUCLID 6.9 Enhances Reporting for Drinking Water, Microplastics, and Biocides

IUCLID 6 Version 9 supports EU and OECD chemical regulations, aiding industry compliance with updates on microplastics, biocides, and more.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

Japan Mandates Total Migration Testing for Food Packaging

Japan introduces total migration testing for synthetic resin food packaging. Find out how this affects compliance, materials use, and product approvals.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

2025 UN Chemicals Agreements Trigger Global Action on POPs and Pesticide Controls

New chemicals added to UN treaties under the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions signal major regulatory shifts across the global manufacturing value chain.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

Stockholm Convention
Stockholm Convention

Environment Agency Review Highlights Gaps in Airborne PFAS Monitoring and Regulation

New Environment Agency report on airborne PFAS reveals major data gaps, urging improved monitoring and standardised analysis across the chemicals value chain.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

REACH GB
REACH GB

EU Proposes Stricter Classification for Trifluoroacetic Acid under CLP Regulation

EU proposes new classification for Trifluoroacetic Acid under CLP—affecting hazard labelling, compliance, and chemical safety strategies.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

CLP
CLP

BPC-55: EU Committee Approves Biocide Renewals, Union Authorisations and Technical Updates

ECHA’s BPC delivers key decisions on rodenticides, disinfectants, and procedural reforms at its May 2025 meeting. Understand the agenda outcomes.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

BPR
BPR

Legal Challenge Targets EU Extended Producer Responsibility Rules for Cosmetics

Cosmetics sector contests EU’s extended producer responsibility rules—impacting chemical compliance and costs across the supply chain.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

Japan Opens Consultation on Risk Assessment for Carbendazim and Related Fungicides

Japan launches public consultation on carbendazim health risk assessment—crucial for stakeholders tracking pesticide regulations and compliance deadlines.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

Pharmaceutical Firms Challenge EU Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive

Pharmaceutical firms challenge EU Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive over EPR costs, raising compliance concerns across the chemicals value chain.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

EU Introduces Small Mid-Caps to Cut Compliance Burdens Across Industrial Sectors

The EU’s small mid-cap category simplifies compliance for 38,000 firms and could reshape regulatory obligations across industries.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

3M Settles PFAS Claims with New Jersey in Landmark $450 Million Agreement

3M’s $450 million PFAS settlement with New Jersey signals mounting global pressure on chemical manufacturers to manage PFAS liabilities and compliance risks.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

EPA Retains PFAS Drinking Water Limits Amid Compliance Extension Plans

EPA upholds PFAS drinking water limits while proposing extended deadlines—impacting manufacturers, utilities, and regulators across the supply chain.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

EU Lawmakers Clash Over PFAS Ban Plans in ENVI Committee Debate

Debate over PFAS ban intensifies as EU Commission and MEPs discuss REACH reform and industrial exemptions in May ENVI meeting.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

REACH
REACH

EU Adds Dechlorane Plus to POPs List

EU formally restricts Dechlorane Plus under POPs Regulation. Understand how this change affects compliance, product design, and sector-specific exemptions.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

POPs
POPs

EU Bans 20+ CMR Substances in Cosmetics Under New Regulation

The EU bans over 20 CMR substances in cosmetics under Regulation (EU) 2025/877, impacting manufacturers and suppliers across the chemicals value chain.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

CPR
CPR

UK Releases 2022 Pesticide Monitoring Report: Key Compliance Risks and Trends for Industry

HSE’s 2022 pesticide monitoring report reveals key compliance risks and residue findings. Crucial insights for manufacturers and the wider value chain.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

PPP GB
PPP GB

EU Opens Consultation on Cosmetic Products Regulation

EU consultation on Cosmetic Products Regulation now open. Professionals across the chemicals value chain must assess emerging compliance risks and green innovation opportunities.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

CPR
CPR

EU Water Resilience Strategy Gains Momentum as MEPs Demand PFAS Phase-Out and Digital Upgrades

MEPs back the EU Water Resilience Strategy, calling for PFAS phase-out, digital solutions, and funding—key compliance watchpoints for industry.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

Report Suggests Restrictions on Methylenedianilines Amid Carcinogenic and Environmental Concerns

ECHA flags methylenedianilines for potential restrictions in EU due to health and environmental risks; industry urged to monitor developments.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

REACH
REACH

EU Chemical Industry Faces Weak Q1 2025 as Energy Costs Undermine Competitiveness

EU chemical industry struggles in Q1 2025 as energy costs and weak demand hinder growth. Find out what this means for your value chain.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

ENVI Committee Pushes EU PFAS Ban Forward with Strong Political Backing

ENVI Committee debates EU PFAS phase-out, pressing the Commission for faster REACH action and uniform restrictions across sectors.

May 2, 2025

May 2, 2025

General
General

EPA Announces Sweeping Measures to Combat PFAS Contamination in US Water Systems

EPA unveils sweeping PFAS regulation reforms, directly impacting manufacturers, utilities, and regulators. Discover what compliance actions are required now.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

Japan Launches National GFC Plan to Overhaul Chemicals Management Across Industries

Japan adopts the Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC) plan to improve chemical safety, creating new obligations and opportunities for industry stakeholders.

May 2, 2025

May 2, 2025

General
General

EU Briefing Signals Regulatory Shift on PFAS Polymers Across Manufacturing Sectors

New EU briefing on PFAS polymers outlines future restrictions under REACH, signalling compliance duties and risks across supply chains.

May 2, 2025

May 2, 2025

General
General

EU Proposes Chromium(VI) REACH Restriction to Safeguard Worker Health

The EU's proposed Chromium(VI) restriction could reshape REACH compliance and exposure controls across industry. Learn what it means for your business.

May 2, 2025

May 2, 2025

REACH
REACH

Trifluoroacetic Acid Levels Surge in German Trees

Trifluoroacetic acid levels rise in German trees, signalling wider PFAS risks under EU REACH—key update for chemical compliance stakeholders.

April 30, 2025

April 30, 2025

General
General

Manufacturers Push EPA to Reassess Chemical Regulations Under Executive Order 14219

NAM urges the EPA to revise or rescind Biden-era chemical regulations, citing high compliance costs and risks to innovation.

April 30, 2025

April 30, 2025

General
General

Poland Challenges EU’s Wastewater Directive Over Extended Producer Responsibility

Poland contests the EU’s wastewater directive, citing unfair costs to pharma and cosmetics under extended producer responsibility rules.

April 30, 2025

April 30, 2025

General
General

EU Reviews Benzophenone-2 and Benzophenone-5 Safety Amid Endocrine Disruptor Concerns

EU assesses Benzophenone-2 and Benzophenone-5 for endocrine-disrupting risks in cosmetics. Learn what this means for regulatory compliance.

April 30, 2025

April 30, 2025

General
General

EU Commission Rebuffs Call for Early F-Gas Regulation Review Amid Industry Concerns

The European Commission confirms 2030 as the earliest review for the F-gas phaseout, impacting manufacturing and heat pump industries.

April 30, 2025

April 30, 2025

F Gas
F Gas

EU ENVI Committee to Debate PFAS Ban and Water Policy Reforms

EU Parliament to review PFAS ban and water directives on 23–24 April. Key updates for manufacturers. Stay informed on regulatory changes.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

Commission Adopts Ecodesign Working Plan Prioritising Sustainable Products Across EU Market

Commission adopts Ecodesign Working Plan 2025–2030. Learn how new EU product rules affect sustainability, compliance, and market access.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

Record Number of Dangerous Products Triggers EU Safety Gate Overhaul

Record 2024 Safety Gate alerts push EU to enforce General Product Safety Regulation. Learn how it impacts your business and supply chain.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

EU Bans PFAS and Harmful Chemicals in Toys Under New Safety Regulation

EU bans PFAS in toys under new Toy Safety Regulation. Learn what this means for manufacturers and how to prepare for compliance with digital tracking.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

New Mexico PFAS Ban Sets Precedent for State-Level Chemical Regulation

New Mexico’s PFAS ban phases out key products by 2032. Manufacturers must act now—review your PFAS exposure and plan compliance strategies.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

EU Soil Monitoring Law Targets PFAS and Contaminated Sites

The EU’s Soil Monitoring Law targets PFAS and contaminated land. Learn how this affects manufacturing and where opportunities lie.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

EPA Proposes SNURs for 37 New Chemical Substances

EPA proposes SNURs for 37 chemicals under TSCA, impacting US manufacturing. Review the changes and ensure compliance before 6 May 2025.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

TSCA
TSCA

Regulatory Action Proposed for Amine-Terminated Aliphatic Ethers

ECHA proposes compliance checks and future restrictions for amine-terminated aliphatic ethers. Understand how this affects your regulatory obligations.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

REACH
REACH
CLP
CLP

UK PFAS Inquiry Puts ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Regulatory Crosshairs

UK Parliament launches PFAS inquiry to assess risks and regulation. Find out what this means for manufacturers and the wider supply chain.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

REACH
REACH

SCHEER Rejects Proposed PFAS Total Standards in Water Directive Over Scientific Limitations

The EU’s SCHEER committee halts PFAS total limits under the Water Framework Directive. Discover the industry impact and next steps.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

EU OSOA Chemical Safety Assessment Rules Overhauled to Streamline Compliance

EU chemical safety assessment rules overhauled to streamline compliance. Learn what it means for your business and how to prepare.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

China Seeks Industry Input on Long-Chain PFCA List under Stockholm Convention

China invites public comment on its first long-chain PFCA list under the Stockholm Convention—key input deadline looms for manufacturers.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

AICIS Opens Consultation on 18 Industrial Chemicals Evaluations

Public comment is now open on AICIS draft evaluations for 18 industrial chemicals. Learn how these changes affect Australian manufacturers and value chains.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

EU Proposes Updates to Test Methods for Chemicals Under REACH Regulation

EU revises REACH test methods to reduce animal testing and align with OECD standards. Learn how this affects manufacturers and suppliers.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

REACH
REACH

REACH Revision 2025: Industry Pushback Intensifies After CARACAL-54 Proposals

At CARACAL-54, the EU presented sweeping REACH revisions. Industry leaders are warning of rising burdens. Engage in consultation by 25 April.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

REACH
REACH

EU Adopts Mandatory Methodology for Waste Battery Recycling Efficiency

EU enforces new recycling efficiency rules for waste batteries. Prepare your operations to meet documentation and verification requirements.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

Temu Product Safety Violations Spark EU Compliance Concerns

Temu’s product safety violations reveal major EU compliance risks across the value chain. Learn what’s at stake and how to respond.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

Stockholm Convention Flags 2023 Effectiveness Gaps in Global POPs Control

The 2023 Stockholm Convention review reveals gaps in POPs elimination. Learn how this affects manufacturers and supply chains worldwide.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

Stockholm Convention
Stockholm Convention

EU Set to Debate ‘One Substance, One Assessment’ Chemicals Package to Overhaul Safety Rules

MEPs to debate 'one substance, one assessment' rule to simplify EU chemical safety laws. Industry must prepare for regulatory change.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

REACH
REACH
General
General

EU Member States Add 28 Substances to CoRAP 2025–2027 for REACH Evaluation

EU Member States propose 28 chemicals for REACH evaluation in CoRAP 2025–2027. Manufacturers should assess risks and update compliance strategies.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

REACH
REACH

IARC to Review Carcinogenic Risks of Key Industrial Chemicals in 2026

IARC will assess the carcinogenicity of Tris(chloropropyl)phosphate, Butyraldehyde, and Cumyl Hydroperoxide in 2026.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

UK Government Unveils Major Regulatory Reform to Boost Growth

The UK Government is cutting business compliance costs by 25% through regulatory reforms in manufacturing, chemicals, and infrastructure.

May 2, 2025

May 2, 2025

General
General

EU Workshop to Define Planetary Boundary for Chemical Pollution

The European Commission is hosting a workshop on 19 May 2025 to define a planetary boundary for chemical pollution. Industry stakeholders should monitor this initiative, which could shape future regulations.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

EU Advances PFAS Restriction and Chemical Reclassification

Upcoming PFAS restrictions and chemical reclassifications will impact manufacturing, transport, energy, medical devices, and electronics sectors.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

REACH
REACH
CLP
CLP

ANSES Seeks CBD Classification Under CLP Regulation

A new proposal seeks to classify cannabidiol (CBD) as a reproductive toxicant, affecting pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food sectors.

April 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

General
General

UK Government Launches Public Consultations on RoHS Exemptions for Key Industrial Applications

The UK is consulting on RoHS exemptions for lead, mercury, and cadmium in industrial engines, lighting, and scientific equipment.

March 13, 2025

March 13, 2025

RoHS GB
RoHS GB

EU Critical Chemicals Act Proposed to Safeguard European Industry Lead

Eight EU nations urge an EU Critical Chemicals Act to safeguard 15 essential chemicals, protect jobs, and boost European manufacturing amid a 12% production decline.

March 13, 2025

March 13, 2025

General
General

EPA Unveils Sweeping Deregulation Impacting Manufacturing and Energy

The U.S. EPA has announced 31 deregulatory actions affecting energy, automotive, and manufacturing industries.

June 20, 2025

June 20, 2025

General
General

Canada Announces Ban on Toxic Sealants

Canada introduces new regulations banning coal tar and PAH-based sealants due to environmental and health risks.

March 13, 2025

March 13, 2025

CEPA
CEPA

UK REACH Fees Changing from April 2025

The UK government is revising UK REACH fees from April 2025, affecting manufacturers, importers, and service providers.

March 13, 2025

March 13, 2025

REACH GB
REACH GB

EU Opens Consultation on Taxonomy Delegated Acts

The EU is seeking feedback on amendments to the Taxonomy Delegated Acts to simplify sustainability reporting for manufacturers.

March 13, 2025

March 13, 2025

General
General

EU’s 2030 Zero-Pollution Targets Demand Stronger Action from Industry

The EU’s 2030 zero-pollution targets demand stricter emissions controls, waste reduction, and cleaner production.

March 13, 2025

March 13, 2025

General
General

Canada Publishes 2025 PFAS Report, Signalling Stricter Regulations

Canada’s 2025 PFAS report signals stricter regulations on manufacturers and supply chains. Find out how these changes impact your industry and compliance strategy.

March 13, 2025

March 13, 2025

CEPA
CEPA

New EU Waste Classification Rules Impact Battery Recycling Industry

The EU updates the European List of Waste, reclassifying battery-related waste. Manufacturers and recyclers must prepare for stricter hazardous waste rules by September 2026.

March 13, 2025

March 13, 2025

General
General

ECHA Launches Public Consultations on SVHC Identification for Three Key Substances

ECHA has opened public consultations on the SVHC identification of decamethyltetrasiloxane, heptamethyltrisiloxane, and Reactive Brown 51. Stakeholders have until 14 April 2025 to submit comments on potential regulatory impacts.

March 6, 2025

March 6, 2025

REACH
REACH

California Bans Hazardous Chemicals in Food Packaging

California’s AB-1148 Safer Food Packing Act proposes banning bisphenols, ortho-phthalates, and antimony trioxide in food packaging from 2027. If passed, manufacturers must reformulate materials to comply.

March 3, 2025

March 3, 2025

General
General

ECHA’s 2024 Evaluation Update: Compliance Gaps and Industry Risks

ECHA's 2024 evaluation statistics reveal compliance gaps in REACH dossiers. Discover key findings, enforcement actions, and how manufacturers can mitigate risks.

March 3, 2025

March 3, 2025

REACH
REACH

EU Assesses Regulatory Needs for Fluorinated Aliphatic Hydrocarbons

The EU has assessed the regulatory needs for fluorinated aliphatic hydrocarbons. While no new restrictions are proposed, manufacturers should monitor potential future policy shifts.

March 3, 2025

March 3, 2025

REACH
REACH
CLP
CLP

EU Introduces Stricter Regulations on Plastic Food Contact Materials

The EU has introduced stricter purity and migration limits for plastic food contact materials under Regulation (EU) 2025/351.

March 3, 2025

March 3, 2025

FCM
FCM

EU Launches Evaluation of the Cosmetic Products Regulation

The EU is reviewing the Cosmetic Products Regulation (CPR) No. 1223/2009 to assess ingredient safety, sustainability, and digitalisation.

February 24, 2025

February 24, 2025

CPR
CPR

France Bans PFAS in Consumer Goods and Tightens Water Regulations

France has passed a law banning PFAS in cosmetics, textiles, and ski waxes by 2026, with further restrictions by 2030.

February 24, 2025

February 24, 2025

General
General

No Regulatory Action Needed for Inorganic Carboxylates

ECHA's latest assessment confirms no regulatory risk management actions are needed for inorganic carboxylates. Learn how this impacts manufacturers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.

February 24, 2025

February 24, 2025

REACH
REACH

Japan Adopts Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC) Implementation Plan

Japan has adopted the Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC) implementation plan, impacting chemical management across industries.

February 24, 2025

February 24, 2025

General
General

EU Reaches Provisional Agreement on Waste Framework Directive Revisions

The EU has reached a provisional agreement on revising the Waste Framework Directive, introducing Extended Producer Responsibility for textiles and binding food waste reduction targets.

February 24, 2025

February 24, 2025

General
General

Slovenia Intends to Propose n-Hexane as a REACH Substance of Very High Concern

Slovenia has proposed n-hexane as an SVHC under REACH due to its neurotoxic risks.

February 19, 2025

February 19, 2025

REACH
REACH

IARC Classifies PFOA as Carcinogenic, PFOS as Possibly Carcinogenic

IARC has classified PFOA as carcinogenic (Group 1) and PFOS as possibly carcinogenic (Group 2B). Learn how this impacts manufacturers, supply chains, and regulatory compliance.

February 19, 2025

February 19, 2025

General
General

New EU Enforcement Reveals High Levels of Restricted Chemicals in Seasonal Goods

A Swedish investigation finds excessive lead, phthalates, and cadmium in 21% of tested seasonal products. Learn about compliance risks and regulatory actions.

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

RoHS
RoHS
REACH
REACH
POPs
POPs

Canada Proposes Ban on Chlorinated Alkanes

Canada proposes new regulations on chlorinated alkanes, restricting their manufacture, import, and use. Businesses must act before the April 2025 consultation deadline.

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

CEPA
CEPA

Canada Adds Chlorhexidine to Toxic Substances List

Canada adds chlorhexidine to CEPA’s toxic substances list, impacting manufacturers and chemical users. Learn about compliance risks and industry adjustments.

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

CEPA
CEPA

EU Plans Chemicals Regulation Overhaul in 2025 to Reduce Compliance Burdens

The EU’s 2025 Work Programme will introduce a chemicals industry package in Q4 2025, aiming to simplify compliance, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance digital reporting.

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

REACH
REACH
General
General

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