Aerosol Dispensers

UK Department For Business And Trade Publishes Guidance On CE‑Marked Products For EU Market

The UK government has published consolidated guidance for exporters on navigating EU CE marking and conformity requirements for manufactured goods. Manufacturers must verify compliance across multiple overlapping EU regulations to ensure uninterrupted market access and avoid enforcement risks under the New Legislative Framework.

1 Apr 2026, 19:36gov.ukEuropean Union

Great Britain Guidance on Placing UKCA or CE Marked Products on the Market

The UK government has issued consolidated guidance confirming the indefinite recognition of CE marking alongside UKCA for most manufactured goods in Great Britain. Manufacturers should utilize "Fast-Track UKCA" options to streamline market access while planning for the December 2027 transition when temporary labeling and importer information flexibilities end.

1 Apr 2026, 19:36gov.ukUnited Kingdom

US OSHA Issues Correction to Hazard Communication Standard Appendix B

OSHA issued a technical correction to the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) clarifying classification criteria for gases under pressure. Businesses must ensure aerosols and chemicals under pressure are correctly categorized to maintain compliant safety labeling and accurate risk communication.

31 Mar 2026, 15:34federalregister.govUnited States

California CalRecycle Schedules Informal Workshop On Paint Product Recovery Draft Regulations

CalRecycle is drafting permanent regulations to expand California’s Paint Product Recovery Program to include aerosol coatings and nonindustrial coating products. Affected manufacturers must prepare for extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations, including mandatory stewardship plan participation and reporting.

25 Mar 2026, 21:34links-2.govdelivery.comUnited States

Canada PMRA Opens Consultation on Etofenprox Premise Sprays (PRD2026-04)

Health Canada is proposing the registration of etofenprox-based premise sprays for structural pest control, with a consultation period ending April 11, 2026. This registration would expand the available biocidal toolkit for facility managers and transport operators, contingent on final health and environmental risk validations.

14 Mar 2026, 07:53canada.caCanada

Brazilian Chamber Relator Backs Pepper Spray Self-Defence Bill (PL 727/2026)

Brazil's Chamber of Deputies is advancing Bill PL 727/2026 to legalize and regulate the sale and possession of pepper spray for women's self-defense. Manufacturers and retailers must prepare for ANVISA-led technical standards and strict buyer-tracking requirements as Brazil shifts its stance on non-lethal chemical irritants.

12 Mar 2026, 11:14camara.leg.brBrazil

UK OPSS Suspends Sale of Kids Stuff Crazy Foaming Soap Over Flammable Gas Hazard

The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has suspended the sale of specific batches of Kids Stuff Crazy Foaming Soap due to ignition risks from flammable propellants. This enforcement action underscores heightened regulatory scrutiny on aerosol-based consumer products and the immediate necessity for manufacturers to validate propellant safety in juvenile-targeted formulations.

12 Mar 2026, 05:41gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Canada Issues Significant New Activity Notice No. 22294 for Stannate Nanomaterial (CAS 12027-96-2)

Canada has implemented Significant New Activity (SNAc) Notice No. 22294 for Stannate (CAS 12027-96-2), effective March 7, 2026. Manufacturers must now submit detailed notifications before using the substance as a nanomaterial or in aerosolized consumer products, signaling heightened regulatory scrutiny of inhalation and nano-scale risks.

11 Mar 2026, 14:03gazette.gc.caCanada

European Commission Corrects EU Ecolabel White Pigment Threshold in Decorative Paints Criteria (Decision (EU) 2025/2607)

The European Commission issued a corrigendum to Decision (EU) 2025/2607, correcting the white pigment threshold for wet-scrub-resistance testing exemptions in decorative paints. Manufacturers must ensure technical dossiers reflect the clarified '< 25.0 g/m²' limit to maintain Ecolabel certification and avoid unnecessary durability testing requirements.

2 Mar 2026, 09:24eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Connecticut Schedules Public Hearing on SB 147 Concerning EPR for Solar Panels, Vapes and Aerosol Paints

Connecticut is advancing legislation to study EPR for solar panels and vapes while expanding the existing paint stewardship program to include aerosol paints. Affected producers should prepare for potential end-of-life management mandates and immediate compliance adjustments for aerosol paint products.

13 Feb 2026, 07:58cga.ct.govUnited States

US PHMSA Seeks Comment on Modifications to Hazardous Materials Special Permits

PHMSA is reviewing proposed modifications to hazardous materials special permits for packaging specifications and carrier roles, with comments due by February 17, 2026. These changes reflect industry-driven adjustments to technical transport standards, requiring manufacturers and logistics providers to assess impacts on equipment compliance and operational flexibility.

31 Jan 2026, 20:21federalregister.govUnited States

EU JRC Final Technical Report On Revision Of EU Ecolabel Criteria For Decorative Paints And Related Products

The EU Joint Research Centre has finalized the technical basis for updated EU Ecolabel criteria covering decorative paints, performance coatings, and water-based aerosol sprays. Manufacturers must prepare for stricter environmental and performance standards to maintain or acquire Ecolabel certification, signaling a shift toward more rigorous sustainability benchmarks in the coatings sector.

24 Jan 2026, 15:14op.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Draft Delegated Regulation Aligning CLP With GHS Revisions 8–11

The European Commission has proposed a major CLP update to align with UN GHS revisions 8–11, introducing new hazard classes for pressurized chemicals and revised classification criteria. Manufacturers should prepare for significant reclassification and relabeling of aerosols and sensitisers, with a 24-month implementation window expected following adoption.

17 Jan 2026, 17:51circabc.europa.euEuropean UnionEuropean Economic Area

EU Commission Proposes REACH Annex XVII Update on CMR Restrictions and Nitrous Oxide Derogation

The European Commission has proposed updating REACH Annex XVII to restrict additional CMR substances from the general public and introduce strict sales controls for nitrous oxide cartridges. Companies must prepare for new concentration-based restriction rules and age-verification requirements for food-grade propellants, with most changes taking effect in February 2027.

12 Jan 2026, 09:42eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

New Hampshire Senate Passes HB451 To Establish Paint Product Stewardship Programme

The New Hampshire Senate has passed HB451, moving the state closer to establishing a mandatory extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for architectural paint and aerosol coatings. Manufacturers must prepare to join a stewardship organization, fund collection infrastructure through per-container assessments, and meet new reporting obligations to maintain market access.

9 Jan 2026, 11:34gc.nh.govUnited States

Washington State HB 2301 Proposes Expanded Extended Producer Responsibility Requirements for Paint Products

Washington State has proposed HB 2301 to significantly expand its paint stewardship framework, bringing aerosol coatings, thinners, and specialty paints under mandatory extended producer responsibility (EPR) requirements. Manufacturers and retailers face new compliance obligations, including mandatory participation in stewardship organizations and per-container assessments, while benefiting from the exclusion of paint packaging from general packaging EPR schemes.

9 Jan 2026, 08:48lawfilesext.leg.wa.govUnited States

US OSHA Issues Technical Corrections To Hazard Communication Standard

OSHA has finalized technical corrections to the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), effective January 8, 2026, to resolve errors in classification and labeling text. Businesses should update SDS templates and labeling software to reflect corrected precautionary statements and definitions, ensuring alignment with GHS Revision 8.

8 Jan 2026, 10:51federalregister.govUnited States

New Hampshire Legislature Proposes Paint Product Stewardship Programme (HB 1198)

New Hampshire has introduced legislation (HB 1198-FN) to establish a mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program for architectural paint and aerosol coatings. Manufacturers should prepare for mandatory stewardship plan submissions and per-unit funding assessments required to maintain market access in the state.

6 Jan 2026, 08:31gc.nh.govUnited States

Canada Concludes Assessment and Proposes Controls for Decenes Group

Canada has finalized its assessment of the Decenes Group, proposing to list two substances under CEPA Schedule 1 due to inhalation risks in consumer aerosol products. Impacted businesses in the lubricant and consumer goods sectors should anticipate new concentration limits and potential reformulation needs for spray-based applications.

25 Nov 2025, 17:34canada.caCanada

EPA Proposes Authorization of Ohio Hazardous Waste Program Revisions

The EPA proposes authorizing Ohio’s updated hazardous waste program, aligning state rules with federal RCRA standards updated through 2020. Facilities in Ohio must prepare for state-level oversight of modernized waste standards, including universal waste rules for aerosol cans and updated generator requirements.

19 Nov 2025, 13:44federalregister.govUnited States