Regulatory News & Updates - Page 6

Ukraine Delays Implementation of Key Chemical Safety Regulations

Ukraine extends deadlines for chemical safety technical regulations, giving businesses more time to comply with updated classification and labelling rules.

24 October 2025

Stricter Biocide Regulations Needed to Protect Dutch Water Quality, Say Water Authorities

Dutch water authorities call for stronger biocide regulation to protect water quality and meet EU Water Framework Directive goals.

17 October 2025

DBDPE Listed as SVHC: Regulatory Shift Targets Widely Used Flame Retardant

The EU has classified DBDPE as a substance of very high concern (SVHC) due to vPvB properties, affecting manufacturers and downstream users of flame retardants.

17 October 2025

ChemSec Adds Neurotoxicants to SIN List in Landmark Step for EU Chemicals Regulation

ChemSec updates the SIN List with neurotoxicants, spotlighting brain-damaging chemicals and urging EU regulators to act swiftly on these hidden threats.

17 October 2025

EFSA Seeks Feedback on Overhaul of Weight of Evidence and Biological Relevance Guidance

EFSA launches consultation on updating its Weight of Evidence and Biological Relevance guidance, aiming to streamline chemical risk assessment practices.

17 October 2025

REACH Fees Increase From November 2025 as EU Overhauls SME Verification Process

REACH fees rise from 5 November 2025 while SMEs remain exempt. New EU rules require ex ante SME verification from February 2027.

17 October 2025

Switzerland to Recognise EU-Approved Pesticide Substances Under New Agricultural Law

Switzerland plans to simplify pesticide approvals by recognising EU-authorised substances, but the reform awaits formal entry into force.

3 October 2025

Netherlands Enacts Temporary Ban on Steel Slag Applications Over Safety Risks

Dutch government imposes ban on LD/ELO steel slag applications due to health and environmental risks. Learn how this impacts the circular economy.

3 October 2025

EU Biocides Authorities Prioritise Risk Guidance and Market Restrictions at 109th CA Meeting

At the 109th CA meeting, EU authorities prioritised new guidance, addressed microplastics restrictions, and warned of delays in the biocides review programme.

3 October 2025

OECD Launches Global Best Practice Guide on Chemical Data Sharing

OECD’s new chemical data sharing guide promotes fair access, transparency, and regulatory alignment—helping companies reduce duplication and meet compliance obligations globally.

3 October 2025

EU Tightens Oversight on Hazardous Chemical Exports Under PIC Regulation

The EU’s latest synthesis report on the PIC Regulation adds 48 hazardous chemicals, tightens export consent rules, and heightens enforcement for chemical manufacturers.

3 October 2025

California’s SB-682 Targets PFAS in Consumer Products

California’s SB-682 bans PFAS in key consumer products from 2028, driving urgent compliance actions and reform across the chemicals and manufacturing sectors.

2 October 2025

Dutch Proposal Tightens Early Warning System for Harmful Chemicals Using European Data

The Netherlands refines its list of potential ZZS chemicals to better align with EU assessments, boosting early detection and regulatory foresight.

2 October 2025

EPA Flags Unreasonable Risk from D4 in Industrial and Environmental Use

EPA draft risk evaluation finds octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4) poses significant risks to workers and aquatic life, signalling regulatory change for industry.

2 October 2025

EU Adopts New Circular Economy Rules for Automotive Sector

New EU rules require recycled content in vehicles and stricter end-of-life treatment. Automotive sector faces major regulatory shift.

2 October 2025

GHS Rev. 11: New Global Chemical Labelling Rules Target Climate and Health Risks

The updated GHS Rev. 11 introduces major labelling changes for climate hazards and skin sensitisation. Key for global chemical compliance in 2025.

2 October 2025

Spain Introduces Mandatory Accessible Labelling for Key Consumer Products

Spain mandates accessible labelling on key consumer products, requiring Braille and QR codes to support vulnerable consumers and ensure regulatory compliance.

2 October 2025

California Advances Permanent SB 54 Regulations to Drive Packaging Reform

California proposes permanent SB 54 packaging rules requiring recyclability or compostability by 2032, redefining producer responsibility across the supply chain.

17 September 2025

China to Add Four Substances to Existing Chemicals Inventory

China to list four new substances in its Existing Chemicals Inventory, impacting compliance and reporting across global manufacturing supply chains.

17 September 2025

Denmark Confirms TMBPA as Endocrine Disruptor

TMBPA identified as an endocrine disruptor for human health and the environment. Denmark to propose EU harmonised classification in 2026.

17 September 2025