Regulatory News & Updates - Page 11

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.

17 April 2025

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.

17 April 2025

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.

17 April 2025

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.

17 April 2025

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.

17 April 2025

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.

17 April 2025

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.

17 April 2025

Canada Announces Ban on Toxic Sealants

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

13 March 2025

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.

13 March 2025

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.

13 March 2025

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.

13 March 2025

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.

13 March 2025

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.

13 March 2025

UK REACH Fees Changing from April 2025

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

13 March 2025

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.

13 March 2025

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.

6 March 2025

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.

3 March 2025

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.

3 March 2025

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.

3 March 2025

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.

3 March 2025