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Tractor applying crop treatment across agricultural fields

United States·FIFRA·2 Jul 2026

US EPA Approves PFAS-Linked Pesticide Trifludimoxazin For Food Crops

EPA approval of trifludimoxazin brings new weed-control options and renewed PFAS-linked pesticide scrutiny.

United States·FIFRA·2 Jul 2026

Laboratory glassware and consumer product materials arranged for chemical compliance testing

United States·26 Jun 2026

PFAS Model Policy Act Outlines State Template For Consumer Product Restrictions

ALEC's draft PFAS Model Policy Act could influence US state restrictions, reporting duties and supply chain disclosure for consumer products.

United States·26 Jun 2026

Firefighter protective equipment prepared for PFAS compliance inspection

Rhode Island·United States·22 Jun 2026

Rhode Island PFAS Bill H7734 Expands Product Scope And Strengthens Enforcement

Rhode Island's H7734 expands the Consumer PFAS Ban Act by widening product coverage to commercial and industrial uses, adding firefighting PPE, formalising exemptions and strengthening enforcement.

Rhode Island·United States·22 Jun 2026

Scientist reviewing chemical samples in a laboratory

United States·TSCA·19 Jun 2026

EPA Opens Peer Review Of TSCA Risk Assessments For Five High-Priority Chemicals

EPA's SACC will review draft TSCA hazard and exposure assessments for five high-priority chemicals during July and August 2026.

United States·TSCA·19 Jun 2026

Clothing and baby diaper products prepared for material compliance review

United States·10 Jun 2026

New Jersey PFAS Ban Advances For Apparel And Diaper Products

New Jersey S1281 would ban intentionally added PFAS in apparel and diaper products after a two-year transition if enacted.

United States·10 Jun 2026

Polymer and food packaging samples being inspected in a laboratory

United States·Food Contact Materials·5 Jun 2026

FDA Groups Four Phthalates For Future Cumulative Risk Assessment Of Food Contact Uses

FDA's post-market review identifies DEHP, DCHP, DIOP and DINP as related phthalates for future cumulative risk assessment of authorised food contact uses, signalling continued scrutiny of plasticisers.

United States·Food Contact Materials·5 Jun 2026

Consumer product samples being prepared for PFAS compliance testing

United States·5 Jun 2026

Connecticut PFAS Reporting Form Sets New Compliance Step For Manufacturers

Connecticut's revised PFAS reporting form creates a practical notification route for manufacturers of covered products with intentionally added PFAS, including apparel, cookware, cosmetics, textiles and upholstered furniture.

United States·5 Jun 2026

Industrial firefighting foam testing and environmental sampling equipment

United States·Clean Water Act·5 Jun 2026

DoD PFAS Task Force Highlights FY2025 Progress On Cleanup, Research And Foam Transition

The FY2025 PFAS Task Force report shows continued US defence work on PFAS cleanup, fluorine-free firefighting foam transition, research and public outreach, with implications for defence suppliers, remediation providers and chemical manufacturers.

United States·Clean Water Act·5 Jun 2026

United States Capitol building with industrial manufacturing in the distance

United States·TSCA·27 May 2026

ACC Urges Congress To Seize Once-In-A-Decade TSCA Reform Opportunity

ACC is urging Congress to pursue targeted TSCA implementation reforms as EPA new chemical review delays and fee authority deadlines increase pressure on the programme.

United States·TSCA·27 May 2026

Refrigerant cylinders in an industrial warehouse

United States·27 May 2026

USITC Expedited Review Puts R-32 Antidumping Duties Under Scrutiny

US antidumping duties on Chinese R-32 remain under review, keeping refrigerant sourcing, customs exposure and HVAC supply planning in focus.

United States·27 May 2026

Municipal drinking water treatment facility with filtration tanks and pipework

United States·20 May 2026

EPA PFAS Rescission Rule Raises Compliance Questions For Chemicals Supply Chains

EPA PFAS rescission rule could reshape US drinking water duties, deadlines and compliance planning.

United States·20 May 2026

Municipal water treatment plant with filtration vessels and clean pipework

United States·20 May 2026

EPA Proposes PFOA And PFOS Compliance Deadline Extension For Drinking Water Systems

EPA proposes a PFOA and PFOS deadline extension to 2031, giving eligible water systems more time to meet PFAS limits.

United States·20 May 2026

Laboratory technician testing drinking water samples

United States·14 May 2026

EPA PFAS Drinking Water Rule Faces Revision, Raising Compliance Uncertainty

The EPA PFAS drinking water rule is not being withdrawn, but parts of it are being revised. Limits for PFOA and PFOS remain central, while compliance timing and standards for other PFAS may change. Businesses should treat this as a compliance uncertainty issue, not a pause in PFAS regulation.

United States·14 May 2026

Packaged foods arranged for safety review

United States·14 May 2026

FDA Food Chemicals Review Process Expands Transparency And AI Monitoring

The FDA food chemicals review process marks a more transparent and proactive approach to post-market oversight. By combining AI-supported monitoring, annual work plans and public consultation, the agency aims to identify potential risks earlier while giving industry clearer routes to provide data and prepare for regulatory action.

United States·14 May 2026

United States·14 May 2026

PFAS Cleanup Act Proposes 45% US Tax On PFAS Sales

The PFAS Cleanup Act would place a 45% excise tax on PFAS sales and create a 25% credit for eligible public water remediation. While not yet law, the proposal could affect chemical producers, importers, utilities and downstream sectors that rely on fluorinated substances or manage PFAS contamination risks.

United States·14 May 2026

Firefighters in turnout gear beside a fire engine

United States·8 May 2026

PFAS Firefighter Gear Lawsuit Targets 3M, DuPont And PPE Supply Chain

The PFAS firefighter gear lawsuit against 3M, DuPont and major PPE suppliers could reshape compliance expectations across the protective equipment industry as pressure grows for PFAS-free materials.

United States·8 May 2026

Petrochemical manufacturing facility with storage tanks and pipework

United States·8 May 2026

EPA Flags 1,2-Dichloroethane As Unreasonable Risk To Workers Under TSCA

The EPA has concluded that 1,2-dichloroethane poses unreasonable risks to workers under 15 industrial use conditions, launching the TSCA risk management phase for PVC and chlorinated chemical supply chains.

United States·8 May 2026

Chemical storage tanks at an industrial site

United States·TSCA·23 Apr 2026

EPA Proposes TSCA Reporting Deadline Extension For 16 Chemicals Including Benzene, BPA And Vinyl Chloride

EPA’s proposed TSCA reporting deadline extension to May 2027 covers 16 chemicals including benzene, BPA and vinyl chloride. The delay reduces short term compliance pressure but prolongs uncertainty as the agency considers revising the rule, requiring companies to stay prepared for updated obligations.

United States·TSCA·23 Apr 2026

Pharmaceutical quality control environment

United States·17 Apr 2026

FDA Mandates ICH E2B(R3) Data Standards For Safety Reporting From October 2026

The FDA will require ICH E2B(R3) data standards for electronic safety reporting from October 2026. The change enhances data quality and global harmonisation but requires significant system upgrades. Stakeholders across the pharmaceutical value chain must act early to ensure compliance and avoid regulatory risk.

United States·17 Apr 2026

Industrial supply chain and chemical manufacturing setting

United States·17 Apr 2026

Minnesota Extends PFAS Reporting Deadline Under Amara’s Law, Easing Compliance Pressure

Minnesota’s extension of PFAS in products reporting deadlines under Amara’s Law provides manufacturers with critical flexibility while reinforcing long-term compliance expectations. Enhanced tools and support aim to improve data quality, but companies must accelerate supply chain engagement to meet evolving regulatory demands.

United States·17 Apr 2026

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Latest Articles

US EPA Approves PFAS-Linked Pesticide Trifludimoxazin For Food Crops

PFAS Model Policy Act Outlines State Template For Consumer Product Restrictions

Rhode Island PFAS Bill H7734 Expands Product Scope And Strengthens Enforcement

EPA Opens Peer Review Of TSCA Risk Assessments For Five High-Priority Chemicals

New Jersey PFAS Ban Advances For Apparel And Diaper Products

FDA Groups Four Phthalates For Future Cumulative Risk Assessment Of Food Contact Uses

Connecticut PFAS Reporting Form Sets New Compliance Step For Manufacturers

DoD PFAS Task Force Highlights FY2025 Progress On Cleanup, Research And Foam Transition

ACC Urges Congress To Seize Once-In-A-Decade TSCA Reform Opportunity

USITC Expedited Review Puts R-32 Antidumping Duties Under Scrutiny

EPA PFAS Rescission Rule Raises Compliance Questions For Chemicals Supply Chains

EPA Proposes PFOA And PFOS Compliance Deadline Extension For Drinking Water Systems

EPA PFAS Drinking Water Rule Faces Revision, Raising Compliance Uncertainty

FDA Food Chemicals Review Process Expands Transparency And AI Monitoring

PFAS Cleanup Act Proposes 45% US Tax On PFAS Sales

PFAS Firefighter Gear Lawsuit Targets 3M, DuPont And PPE Supply Chain

EPA Flags 1,2-Dichloroethane As Unreasonable Risk To Workers Under TSCA

EPA Proposes TSCA Reporting Deadline Extension For 16 Chemicals Including Benzene, BPA And Vinyl Chloride

FDA Mandates ICH E2B(R3) Data Standards For Safety Reporting From October 2026

Minnesota Extends PFAS Reporting Deadline Under Amara’s Law, Easing Compliance Pressure

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