European Economic Area·
EU Tightens Toy Safety Rules: Cobalt Restrictions Set To Impact Manufacturers
The EU proposes stricter toy safety rules to limit cobalt exposure. Industry must prepare for compliance under the updated Toy Safety Directive.
European Economic Area·
New EU Occupational Diseases Manual To Shape Future Chemical Regulations
Eurostat’s new occupational disease manual impacts EU chemical regulations. Discover how standardised data reporting will shape compliance and safety.
European Economic Area·
New UBA Study Calls For Overhaul Of Soil Microorganism Risk Assessment In Agricultural Chemical Regulation
German Environment Agency urges updates to soil microorganism risk assessment, recommending new tests to better capture chemical impacts.
Global·
PFAS Contamination Threatens Global Food Security, New Research Warns
PFAS contamination poses a rising threat to global food security, with growing risks for agriculture, ecosystems, and supply chains.
Global·Stockholm Convention·
POPRC.21 To Tackle Risk Profiles And Exemptions For Key POPs Including PFOS And MCCPs
POPRC.21 will assess key chemical risks and exemptions under the Stockholm Convention, with major implications for PFOS, MCCPs, and new dioxin-like POPs.
European Economic Area·REACH·
REACH Annex XVII Update Adds New CMR Restrictions With Aviation Fuel Derogation
REACH Annex XVII update adds new CMR substance restrictions with a cumene exemption for aviation fuels. Industry must comply by 1 September 2025.
European Economic Area·
Revised ESRS Exposure Drafts Aim To Simplify Sustainability Reporting Under CSRD
EFRAG’s revised ESRS Exposure Drafts slash mandatory data points by 57%, opening a 60-day consultation to streamline CSRD compliance.
European Economic Area·Plant Protection Products Regulation·
Revised EU Data Rules Set To Reshape Active Substance Approvals For Plant Protection Products
The EU is updating data requirements for active substances in plant protection products, raising safety standards and regulatory expectations.
Switzerland·
Switzerland Considers Standalone PFAS Regulation To Strengthen Environmental Protections
Switzerland proposes independent PFAS regulation, diverging from EU water directives to better protect health, agriculture, and the environment.
Turkey·KKDIK·
Türkiye Updates National KKDİK Framework
Türkiye enacts a phased KKDİK registration model aligned with EU REACH, requiring manufacturers and importers to meet key 2025–2026 deadlines.
Great Britain·UK REACH·
UK Confirms PDDP As Endocrine Disruptor, Citing Risks Across Industry And Environment
UK REACH identifies PDDP as an endocrine disruptor, with implications for lubricant, fuel, and resin supply chains across GB.
Great Britain·UK REACH·
UK REACH Consultation Proposes Sweeping Restriction On PFAS In Firefighting Foam
UK proposes restricting PFAS in firefighting foam under UK REACH, with phased timelines and limits. See impacts and how to respond.
European Economic Area·REACH·
EU Proposes Major Overhaul Of REACH Fees With New SME Verification Rules
The EU proposes inflation-linked REACH fee increases and a new SME verification model. Affects all chemical manufacturers and importers.
European Economic Area·
European Commission Launches Circular Economy Act Consultation
The EU launches its Circular Economy Act consultation, signalling major regulatory shifts for the chemicals and manufacturing sectors. Have your say now.
European Economic Area·
Germany Proposes Chemicals Act Amendment To Align With EU F-Gas And ODS Regulations
Germany’s draft amendment to the Chemicals Act aligns with EU F-Gas and ODS rules, impacting chemical compliance and enforcement across industry.
Great Britain·Northern Ireland·GB Prior Informed Consent (PIC)·
HSE Proposes Overhaul Of GB Chemical Regulations To Streamline Compliance And Reduce Costs
HSE proposes reforms to GB chemical regulations including BPR, CLP, and PIC to cut red tape and improve regulatory agility for industry.
Global·
Taiwan Proposes New PFAS Regulation Affecting 269 Substances By 2026
Taiwan proposes new PFAS regulation covering 269 substances, impacting importers, manufacturers, and the broader supply chain ahead of 2026.
Great Britain·REACH·
UK REACH 2025/26 Work Programme Sets Regulatory Priorities For Chemical Industry Compliance
The UK REACH 2025/26 Work Programme outlines key chemical compliance priorities, including PFAS restrictions and SVHC reviews.
European Economic Area·CLP·
EU Court Overturns Titanium Dioxide Carcinogen Label, Reshaping Chemicals Compliance
EU Court annuls titanium dioxide carcinogen label, impacting labelling rules under CLP. Key update for chemicals, coatings, and consumer goods industries.
European Economic Area·
EU Considers Ending SCIP Database To Cut Environmental Compliance Burdens
The EU may scrap the SCIP database to streamline chemical reporting under waste law—potentially easing compliance for manufacturers and importers.