Regulatory News & Updates - Page 3

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UK Internal Market Regulations Exclude Glue Trap Sales Bans From Market Access Rules

The UK has carved out glue trap sales prohibitions from internal market access principles, enabling devolved and national restrictions to operate as intended.

29 January 2026

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EFSA Publishes 2026 Chemical Monitoring Reporting Guidance For Data Submissions

New EFSA guidance clarifies how to submit 2026 chemical monitoring data to the EU using SSD2, including validation expectations for ChemMon datasets.

28 January 2026

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Syngenta Fined £400,000 After Dangerous Steam Release At Huddersfield Site

HSE prosecution over a high-pressure steam release underscores maintenance planning, corrosion management and safer isolation practices.

28 January 2026

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EU Cosmetics Simplification Proposal Could Prolong Exposure to Carcinogens

Health groups warn an EU “Chemicals Omnibus” draft could delay removal of newly classified carcinogens from cosmetics, extending consumer exposure.

27 January 2026

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Netherlands Answers Parliamentary Questions on PFAS Discharges and Permits

A ministerial response explains how the Netherlands assesses PFAS discharge permits, including minimisation obligations, best available techniques and water quality impact testing.

27 January 2026

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UK CMA Publishes Guidance on Making Green Claims Across Supply Chains

New CMA guidance explains how retailers, brands and suppliers share responsibility for environmental claims, with stronger direct enforcement powers under the DMCC Act.

22 January 2026

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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