Regulatory News & Updates - Page 18

European Economic Area·Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)·31 Jul 2025

New EU Limits On PBDEs Set To Reshape Chemicals And Recycling Sectors

The EU updates PBDE limits under the POPs Regulation, with phased deadlines impacting chemicals, recycling, and consumer goods industries.

European Economic Area·Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)·31 Jul 2025

Great Britain·31 Jul 2025

UK Calls For Overhaul In Carcinogenic Risk Assessment Of Chemicals

The UK proposes a shift in assessing carcinogenic risk from chemicals, challenging outdated animal testing methods to better protect public health.

Great Britain·31 Jul 2025

Great Britain·UK REACH·31 Jul 2025

UK Prioritises Tyre Additive Chemicals In Landmark Risk Screening Initiative

The UK Environment Agency has identified high-risk tyre additives for further review, signalling regulatory shifts for chemical stakeholders.

Great Britain·UK REACH·31 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)·21 Jul 2025

EU Bans UV-328 Under POPs Regulation: Key Deadlines And Exemptions Revealed

The EU adds UV-328 to its POPs Regulation, setting strict limits and exemptions that will impact manufacturers, suppliers, and downstream users across industries.

European Economic Area·Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)·21 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·21 Jul 2025

EU Proposes Standardised Reporting Format For Waste Batteries Under Batteries Regulation

The EU plans a uniform reporting format for waste batteries under the Batteries Regulation, aiming to streamline data and support compliance.

European Economic Area·21 Jul 2025

Global·21 Jul 2025

Global GHS Update Adds New Climate Hazard Class And Labelling Rules

UN's GHS Revision 11 introduces climate hazard classification and labelling updates—key changes for manufacturers and chemical handlers.

Global·21 Jul 2025

Global·16 Jul 2025

AICIS Publishes Chemical Assessments Impacting Personal Care And Agricultural Sectors

AICIS releases new assessments on industrial chemicals used in cosmetics and agriculture. Find out what this means for compliance and risk management.

Global·16 Jul 2025

United States·TSCA·16 Jul 2025

EPA Withdraws Proposed SNURs For 18 Chemical Substances Derived From Plastic Waste

EPA withdraws proposed SNURs for 18 plastic-derived chemicals, removing anticipated restrictions. Understand the regulatory shift and what it means for compliance.

United States·TSCA·16 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·CLP·16 Jul 2025

EU Chemical Regulation Overhaul Promises Major Cost Savings And Flexibility

The EU's simplification of chemical regulations brings cost relief and new flexibility for manufacturers. Learn what it means for your compliance.

European Economic Area·CLP·16 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·16 Jul 2025

EU Chemicals Industry Action Plan Sets 2025–2026 Reform Timeline To Boost Sector Resilience

The EU Chemicals Industry Action Plan introduces reforms and timelines to strengthen resilience, simplify rules, and support innovation.

European Economic Area·16 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·REACH·16 Jul 2025

EU Court Confirms Melamine SVHC Listing Under REACH, Reinforcing Hazard Assessment Approach

EU court upholds ECHA’s decision to classify melamine as an SVHC under REACH, impacting chemical management strategies across manufacturing.

European Economic Area·REACH·16 Jul 2025

Great Britain·UK REACH·16 Jul 2025

UK REACH Registration Deadlines Set For Major Extension Under New Consultation

Defra proposes extending UK REACH registration deadlines to 2031–2033. The change aims to ease compliance burdens across the chemical supply chain.

Great Britain·UK REACH·16 Jul 2025

UK REACH Restriction On Lead Ammunition

UK REACH restricts lead in ammunition to protect health and the environment. Key deadlines and exemptions affect manufacturers and downstream users.

Great Britain·UK REACH·16 Jul 2025

United States·8 Jul 2025

ACC Reaffirms BPA Safety In Packaging Amid Growing Regulatory Scrutiny

ACC asserts BPA safety in food packaging, backing FDA research. Learn what this means for manufacturers and the chemicals supply chain.

United States·8 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·8 Jul 2025

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.

European Economic Area·8 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·REACH·8 Jul 2025

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.

European Economic Area·REACH·8 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·Plant Protection Products Regulation·8 Jul 2025

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.

European Economic Area·Plant Protection Products Regulation·8 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·8 Jul 2025

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.

European Economic Area·8 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·8 Jul 2025

EU Reopens Glyphosate Carcinogenicity Review, Triggering Regulatory Reassessment

The EU has mandated a review of glyphosate’s carcinogenicity, impacting chemical compliance and risk assessments across multiple industries.

European Economic Area·8 Jul 2025

European Economic Area·REACH·8 Jul 2025

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.

European Economic Area·REACH·8 Jul 2025