Regulatory News & Updates - Page 5

Sorted paper, glass, metal and plastic packaging in a recycling facility

European Union·Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)·12 Aug 2026

EU Packaging And Packaging Waste Regulation Now Applies Across The Bloc

The PPWR now applies across the EU. Businesses should verify immediate identification and food-contact PFAS duties, then prepare for later measures.

European Union·Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)·12 Aug 2026

Resin pellets in a protected transfer area beside a storm drain

United States·Clean Water Act·12 Aug 2026

Illinois Plastic Pellet Law Adds Stormwater Permit Controls

Illinois has enacted stormwater permit controls for plastic pellets at facilities regulated under 40 CFR Parts 414 and 463.

United States·Clean Water Act·12 Aug 2026

Scientist examining an airway cell culture in a toxicology laboratory

Global·12 Aug 2026

OECD Respiratory Sensitisation Review Maps Path To Non-Animal Testing

The OECD respiratory sensitisation review maps the evidence, validation and regulatory work needed to develop reliable non-animal test methods.

Global·12 Aug 2026

Used electric-vehicle battery modules in a clean recycling facility

South Korea·12 Aug 2026

South Korea Used-Battery Traceability Programme Agreed

South Korea plans a unified used-battery transaction and history platform, linked certification and later legal reforms.

South Korea·12 Aug 2026

Chemical drums and formulation samples in a manufacturing laboratory

Great Britain·GB CLP·11 Aug 2026

GB CLP Proposal Covers 20 Hazardous Chemical Substances

Great Britain has proposed mandatory classification and labelling for 20 hazardous chemical substances under GB CLP. The package could affect mixture calculations, labels, safety data sheets and substitution decisions. Stakeholders have until 6 October 2026 to comment. Businesses should screen portfolios and prepare relevant evidence now.

Great Britain·GB CLP·11 Aug 2026

Industrial protective equipment arranged in a safety testing room

Great Britain·11 Aug 2026

GB PPE Designated Standards Update Brings Urgent Removal Dates

Great Britain has updated PPE designated standards covering helmets, gloves, eyewear, visibility clothing and specialist protection. Several older standards begin losing designation on 14 August 2026, with further removals in October, November and December 2027. Manufacturers and importers should check certificates, technical files, declarations and product transition plans immediately now.

Great Britain·11 Aug 2026

Industrial facility near an urban community with air-monitoring equipment

United States·Clean Air Act·11 Aug 2026

Illinois Environmental Justice Air Permits Gain Cumulative-Impact Review

Illinois has enacted enhanced review for defined construction-permit applications in environmental justice areas. From 1 January 2027, coverage reaches specified new sources and existing sources seeking higher annual permitted emissions. Manufacturers should test the statutory permit conditions early, strengthen project evidence and plan for additional modelling, controls and community scrutiny.

United States·Clean Air Act·11 Aug 2026

Electrolyser facility supplying a modern industrial plant

11 Aug 2026

Italy Renewable Hydrogen Support Mechanism Opens Industrial Opportunity

Italy has published a final support mechanism for renewable hydrogen of non-biological and biological origin used in industry and transport. The decree entered into force on 8 August 2026, but applications await GSE rules and calls. Producers, suppliers and offtakers should test eligibility, certification, power sourcing and commercial readiness now.

11 Aug 2026

Engineer inspecting emission-control equipment at an industrial plant

California·11 Aug 2026

South Coast AQMD Rule 1401 Adds Toxic Air Permit Tests

South Coast AQMD approved Rule 1401 amendments on 7 August 2026, adding nine toxic air contaminants and an eight-hour chronic hazard index. The changes apply to new, modified or relocated permitted equipment. Manufacturers should screen chemical emissions before equipment decisions and test whether enhanced controls may be needed for permits.

California·11 Aug 2026