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Austria Signals Endocrine Disruptor Proposal for Potassium Chlorate Under EU CLP

ECHA’s CLH intentions registry shows Austria plans a dossier for potassium chlorate, including proposed endocrine disruptor hazard classes for human health and the environment.

22 January 2026

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California AB 1604 Would Ban Intentionally Added Bisphenols in Paper Receipts

AB 1604 proposes a 2027–2028 phase-out of intentionally added bisphenols in paper receipts, with enforcement by DTSC and civil penalties for violators.

22 January 2026

ECHA Publishes Provisional Draft Agenda for RAC 76 Meeting

A new provisional RAC 76 agenda gives an early view of upcoming risk assessment discussions that can shape hazard classification and compliance planning.

22 January 2026

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Hawaii SB2333 Would Restrict Neonicotinoid Pesticides From 2027

Hawaii’s SB2333 would restrict neonicotinoid pesticides from January 2027 and require phased evaluations of impacts on pollinators, wildlife, aquatic life, and human health.

20 January 2026

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US House Bill Would Repeal SEC Conflict Minerals Disclosure Requirements

A new US House bill proposes repealing SEC conflict minerals disclosure rules, potentially reducing mandatory Form SD reporting while shifting expectations to customers and other regimes.

20 January 2026

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Japan Issues MHLW Ordinance to Implement Occupational Safety Law Amendments

An MHLW ministerial ordinance published in Japan’s Official Gazette updates implementing rules tied to OSH law amendments, including chemical disclosure and PPE communication requirements.

20 January 2026

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UK Proposes Updated Designated Standards for Toy Safety (EN 71)

Proposed changes would update designated EN 71 toy safety standards in Great Britain, with an effective date in February 2026 and a transition period through June 2027.

20 January 2026

EU Cosmetics CMR Substances Update: Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/78 Sets New Ingredient Limits

EU cosmetics CMR substances update: Regulation (EU) 2026/78 sets new ingredient limits and deadlines from 1 May 2026.

15 January 2026

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Draft EU REACH CMR Restrictions Update For Annex XVII

The Commission’s draft would update EU REACH Annex XVII CMR restrictions, refresh listed substances and CAS numbers, and align mixture thresholds with CLP additivity rules.

15 January 2026

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UK REACH Restriction For Tattoo Inks And Permanent Make-Up

The UK government proposes a UK REACH restriction for tattoo inks and permanent make-up, tightening limits and labelling with phased transition periods.

15 January 2026

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New Jersey PFAS Restrictions Expand Under Protecting Against Forever Chemicals Act

New Jersey’s Forever Chemicals Act bans intentionally added PFAS in key consumer products and introduces mandatory cookware labelling.

14 January 2026

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EU Better Regulation Framework Call for Evidence Signals Q2 2026 Reform

A new Commission call for evidence sets out how the EU Better Regulation Framework may be updated for speed, proportionality, and clearer laws in 2026.

12 January 2026

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Canada Prohibits Additional Toxic Chemicals Under New 2025 Regulations

Canada's Prohibition of Certain Toxic Substances Regulations, 2025 expands prohibitions on persistent organic pollutants and adds new restrictions on Dechlorane Plus and decabromodiphenyl ethane.

8 January 2026

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ECHA PBT Expert Group Highlights Bioaccumulation Assessment Strategies for Tougher Substances

Bioaccumulation assessment strategies are evolving at ECHA, with practical implications for REACH and CLP evidence packages.

8 January 2026

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Member States Urge EU Measures To Support The Plastics Recycling Sector

Member States urge rapid EU measures to stabilise the plastics recycling sector, boost demand for recyclate, and address unfair competition.

8 January 2026

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EPA Sets Out Process For Expiring TSCA CBI Claims Ahead Of June 2026

EPA sets out how TSCA CBI claims will expire and how to request extensions before June 2026 deadlines.

6 January 2026

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EU Ecolabel Criteria Extended For Textiles, Furniture, Footwear, Mattresses, And Floor Coverings

Commission Decision (EU) 2026/66 extends EU Ecolabel criteria validity for textiles, footwear, furniture, mattresses and floor coverings.

6 January 2026

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Germany Updates Food Contact Materials Rules For Bisphenol A And Recycled Plastics

Germany updates food contact materials rules, linking market placement to written declarations of compliance for Bisphenol A related materials and recycled plastics.

29 December 2025

Ctgb Triggers Interim Review of 46 Products Amid Rising Scrutiny of TFA Formation and Groundwater Risks

The Ctgb will reassess 46 PFAS pesticides due to TFA groundwater risks. Professionals must prepare for regulatory changes and product availability reviews.

19 December 2025

EU Accelerates Defence Readiness with €800 Billion Investment and Simplified Permitting

The EU’s new defence readiness package aims to unlock €800 billion in investment, simplify permitting, and ease intra-EU transfers of defence goods.

19 December 2025

Chemical Regulatory News

Austria Signals Endocrine Disruptor Proposal for Potassium Chlorate Under EU CLP

California AB 1604 Would Ban Intentionally Added Bisphenols in Paper Receipts

ECHA Publishes Provisional Draft Agenda for RAC 76 Meeting

Hawaii SB2333 Would Restrict Neonicotinoid Pesticides From 2027

US House Bill Would Repeal SEC Conflict Minerals Disclosure Requirements

Japan Issues MHLW Ordinance to Implement Occupational Safety Law Amendments

UK Proposes Updated Designated Standards for Toy Safety (EN 71)

EU Cosmetics CMR Substances Update: Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/78 Sets New Ingredient Limits

Draft EU REACH CMR Restrictions Update For Annex XVII

UK REACH Restriction For Tattoo Inks And Permanent Make-Up

New Jersey PFAS Restrictions Expand Under Protecting Against Forever Chemicals Act

EU Better Regulation Framework Call for Evidence Signals Q2 2026 Reform

Canada Prohibits Additional Toxic Chemicals Under New 2025 Regulations

ECHA PBT Expert Group Highlights Bioaccumulation Assessment Strategies for Tougher Substances

Member States Urge EU Measures To Support The Plastics Recycling Sector

EPA Sets Out Process For Expiring TSCA CBI Claims Ahead Of June 2026

EU Ecolabel Criteria Extended For Textiles, Furniture, Footwear, Mattresses, And Floor Coverings

Germany Updates Food Contact Materials Rules For Bisphenol A And Recycled Plastics

Ctgb Triggers Interim Review of 46 Products Amid Rising Scrutiny of TFA Formation and Groundwater Risks

EU Accelerates Defence Readiness with €800 Billion Investment and Simplified Permitting

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