Aerosol Dispensers

Connecticut Senate Passes SB 147 Expanding Paint Stewardship to Aerosol Paints

In mid-April 2026 the Connecticut Senate passed SB 147, a bill that would expand the state’s paint stewardship extended producer responsibility program to cover aerosol coating products, with the measure now awaiting action in the House. If enacted, paint and aerosol coating producers, distributors, and retailers would need to participate in an updated stewardship plan, face expanded per-container EPR fees and a new oversight charge, and work toward a 2028 deadline for integrating aerosol paints into the approved program.

21 Apr 2026, 20:10cga.ct.govUnited States

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

The UK government has issued consolidated guidance for exporters on navigating EU CE marking and conformity requirements for manufactured goods. Businesses must ensure alignment with overlapping EU regulations to maintain market access and mitigate 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 published consolidated guidance confirming the indefinite recognition of CE marking alongside UKCA for most manufactured goods in Great Britain. Manufacturers should utilize fast-track options to maintain market access while preparing for the December 2027 deadline when temporary labeling and importer information flexibilities expire.

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 clarifying classification criteria for gases under pressure and aerosols. Businesses must ensure products are correctly categorized to maintain compliant safety labeling and accurate risk communication across supply chains.

31 Mar 2026, 15:34federalregister.govUnited States

California CalRecycle Schedules Informal Workshop On Paint Product Recovery Draft Regulations

California is advancing permanent regulations to expand the Paint Product Recovery Program to include aerosol coatings and nonindustrial products by mid-2026. Manufacturers of these newly included categories must prepare for mandatory participation in extended producer responsibility stewardship plans and associated reporting requirements.

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

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

Health Canada is consulting on the proposed registration of etofenprox-based premise sprays for structural and transport pest control through April 2026. The proposal signals an expansion of approved biocidal tools for facility management and logistics, pending final health and environmental risk assessments.

14 Mar 2026, 07:53canada.caCanada

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

Brazil is advancing legislation to legalize and regulate pepper spray for self-defense, shifting its classification under the national Disarmament Statute. Manufacturers must prepare for ANVISA-led technical standards and mandatory buyer-tracking systems as a new consumer market for non-lethal chemical irritants opens.

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 has suspended the sale of specific batches of aerosol foaming soap following the identification of significant ignition risks. This enforcement action underscores heightened regulatory scrutiny on flammable propellants in consumer products and necessitates immediate verification of formulation safety for juvenile-targeted goods.

12 Mar 2026, 05:41gov.ukUnited Kingdom

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

Canada has introduced Significant New Activity Notice No. 22294 for Stannate, effective March 7, 2026, targeting nanomaterial and aerosolized consumer uses. Companies must submit detailed notifications before expanding into these high-risk applications, signaling stricter oversight of inhalation and nano-scale exposure pathways.

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 clarifying the white pigment threshold for wet-scrub-resistance testing exemptions in EU Ecolabel criteria for decorative paints. Manufacturers must verify that technical dossiers align with the corrected limit to maintain certification and avoid redundant performance testing obligations.

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 extended producer responsibility for solar panels and vaping products while expanding the existing paint stewardship program to include aerosol paints. The move signals a broadening of state-level circular economy mandates to include complex electronics and specialized chemical product streams.

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

US PHMSA Seeks Comment on Modifications to Hazardous Materials Special Permits

PHMSA is evaluating modifications to hazardous materials special permits regarding container specifications and carrier roles, with a comment deadline of February 17, 2026. These changes reflect industry shifts in packaging technical standards and logistics operations, necessitating a review of equipment compliance and transport 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 European Union has finalized the technical foundation for updated Ecolabel criteria covering decorative paints, performance coatings, and water-based aerosol sprays. Companies must prepare for more stringent environmental and performance standards to maintain certification and secure market access for high-performance sustainable products.

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

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

The European Commission is proposing a major update to the CLP Regulation to align with UN GHS revisions 8 through 11, introducing new hazard classes for chemicals under pressure and revised criteria for aerosols and sensitisers. Businesses must prepare for significant reclassification and relabeling of chemical products, with a proposed 24-month implementation window and a 48-month sell-through period for existing stock.

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

New Hampshire is advancing legislation to establish a mandatory extended producer responsibility program for architectural paint and aerosol coatings. Manufacturers must prepare for mandatory stewardship organization membership, per-container funding assessments, and strict market access requirements for covered products.

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 expand its paint stewardship framework, adding aerosol coatings, thinners, and specialty paints to mandatory extended producer responsibility requirements. Producers must prepare for broader compliance costs and operational integration as paint packaging shifts from general packaging schemes to this specialized stewardship model.

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 effective January 8, 2026, to resolve errors in chemical classification and labeling text. Businesses must audit Safety Data Sheet templates and labeling software to ensure corrected precautionary statements and definitions are integrated to maintain compliance and avoid enforcement risk.

8 Jan 2026, 10:51federalregister.govUnited States

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

New Hampshire has introduced legislation to establish a mandatory extended producer responsibility program for architectural paint and aerosol coatings. Affected companies must prepare for mandatory stewardship plan submissions and per-unit funding assessments to maintain market access for covered products.

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

Canada Concludes Assessment and Proposes Controls for Decenes Group

Canada has finalized its health assessment for the Decenes Group, proposing to list two substances under CEPA Schedule 1 due to inhalation risks from consumer aerosol products. Manufacturers of lubricants and consumer sprays should prepare for mandatory concentration limits and potential reformulation requirements to maintain market access for aerosolized applications.

25 Nov 2025, 17:34canada.caCanada