Animal Testing

Great Britain: Home Office Outlines Phased Roadmap for Regulating Decapods Used in Science

The UK Home Office has initiated a phased roadmap to regulate decapods in scientific research, beginning with industry-led welfare standards and voluntary reporting. Research institutions should anticipate future inclusion of decapods under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986, necessitating early alignment with emerging welfare protocols.

5 Apr 2026, 19:32gov.ukUnited Kingdom

China NMPA Consults on Draft Announcement to Streamline Cosmetics Registration and Notification

China’s NMPA has proposed significant reforms to cosmetics registration and notification procedures, with public comments accepted through April 30, 2026. These changes aim to accelerate market entry for innovative products by easing animal testing requirements and simplifying dossier submissions, signaling a shift toward more efficient, risk-based compliance.

5 Apr 2026, 18:53nmpa.gov.cnChina

US Senate Introduces AFTER Act (S. 4172) on Retirement of Federal Research Animals

The US Senate introduced the AFTER Act (S. 4172) to mandate retirement and adoption plans for animals used in federal research facilities. While industry testing obligations remain unchanged, the move signals increasing federal oversight of animal welfare that could influence future research ethics and public-sector laboratory standards.

5 Apr 2026, 06:11govinfo.govUnited States

EU JRC Publishes 2025 EURL ECVAM Status Report on Non-Animal Methods and Previews 2026 Animal-Testing Phase-Out Roadmap

The EU JRC has released its 2025 status report on non-animal methods, serving as the evidence base for a 2026 roadmap to phase out animal testing. Businesses should prepare for a shift in regulatory data requirements as the EU accelerates the integration of alternative methods into chemical and product safety assessments.

1 Apr 2026, 08:06publications.jrc.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EU ECHA Invites Comments On REACH Testing Proposal For 1,4-Bis[[4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)Phenyl]Amino]-5,8-Dihydroxyanthraquinone

ECHA has launched a public consultation on a REACH testing proposal for 1,4-bis[[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl]amino]-5,8-dihydroxyanthraquinone regarding long-term aquatic toxicity. Stakeholders should evaluate existing data to support the avoidance of new animal testing and anticipate potential shifts in environmental hazard classifications.

30 Mar 2026, 16:56echa.europa.euEuropean Union

ECHA Consultation on REACH Testing Proposal for Sodium Metavanadate

ECHA has launched a consultation on vertebrate testing proposals for sodium metavanadate's reproductive and developmental toxicity, closing 08 May 2026. The resulting hazard data will likely drive future CMR classifications and stricter REACH restrictions, impacting the long-term regulatory status of vanadium compounds in industrial and consumer applications.

30 Mar 2026, 16:55echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU / ECHA Invites Information on Testing Proposal for Amides, C16-18 (Even-Numbered), N-(Hydroxyethyl) (Deadline 08 May 2026)

ECHA is seeking third-party data on REACH testing proposals for reproductive and aquatic toxicity for specific fatty acid amides through May 2026. This provides a critical window for industry to submit existing evidence to support read-across strategies and avoid the costs and ethical implications of new animal testing.

30 Mar 2026, 16:49echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU ECHA Invites Information On REACH Testing Proposals For Amides, C8-18 (Even Numbered) And C18-Unsatd., N,N-Bis(hydroxyethyl)

ECHA is consulting on vertebrate testing proposals for a specific amide substance (EC 931-329-6) under REACH, with submissions due by 8 May 2026. Stakeholders should review existing data to potentially avoid new animal testing and prepare for hazard reclassifications that may impact downstream product compliance.

30 Mar 2026, 16:49echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU ECHA Opens Consultation on Reproductive and Developmental Toxicity Testing Proposal for Amides, C8-18 (Even Numbered) and C18-Unsatd., N-(Hydroxyethyl) (EC 931-330-1)

ECHA has opened a consultation on higher-tier toxicity testing proposals for specific fatty acid amides, with submissions due by May 8, 2026. This process signals potential future CMR classifications, requiring manufacturers to validate read-across strategies and assess long-term substance viability in product formulations.

30 Mar 2026, 16:49echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU ECHA Invites Comments On Reproductive And Developmental Toxicity Testing Proposal For Isostearic Acid Monoisopropanolamide

ECHA is consulting on REACH testing proposals for reproductive and developmental toxicity for Isostearic acid monoisopropanolamide until May 8, 2026. Stakeholders should review existing data to mitigate animal testing requirements and prepare for potential hazard classifications that may impact downstream product compliance.

30 Mar 2026, 16:48echa.europa.euEuropean Union

ECHA Invites Comments On REACH Testing Proposal For Vanadium Dioxide (Deadline 08 May 2026)

ECHA is consulting on REACH testing proposals for vanadium dioxide's inhalation and reproductive toxicity endpoints through May 8, 2026. Companies should evaluate existing data to mitigate animal testing requirements and anticipate potential hazard reclassifications for vanadium-based materials.

30 Mar 2026, 16:48echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU ECHA Consults on REACH Testing Proposal for Residues (Petroleum), Thermal Cracked Vacuum

ECHA is consulting on REACH testing proposals for reproductive and developmental toxicity for petroleum residues through May 8, 2026. The outcome may trigger hazard reclassifications for petroleum-derived UVCBs, necessitating a review of read-across strategies and potential supply chain impacts.

30 Mar 2026, 16:47echa.europa.euEuropean Union

ECHA Consults On REACH Testing Proposal For Amides, C8-18 (even numbered) And C18-unsatd., N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl)

ECHA has initiated a consultation on REACH testing proposals for specific amides (EC 931-329-6) regarding reproductive and developmental toxicity, closing May 8, 2026. The resulting data may lead to new hazard classifications, potentially triggering stricter regulatory controls and necessitating proactive supply chain risk assessments for impacted product lines.

30 Mar 2026, 16:45echa.europa.euEuropean Union

ECHA Invites Data on Dodecyloxirane Long-Term Fish Toxicity Testing Proposal

ECHA is seeking third-party data on Dodecyloxirane's long-term fish toxicity by May 8, 2026, to evaluate a new vertebrate testing proposal. Companies should assess their data holdings to avoid unnecessary animal testing costs and prepare for potential updates to the substance’s environmental classification.

30 Mar 2026, 16:44echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU / ECHA Consults On Testing Proposal for Vanadium (Repeated-Dose Inhalation Toxicity)

ECHA has launched a public consultation on a REACH testing proposal for vanadium's inhalation toxicity, with a deadline of May 8, 2026. Stakeholders should review existing data to potentially influence the testing strategy and mitigate future regulatory classification risks for vanadium-containing products.

30 Mar 2026, 16:43echa.europa.euEuropean Union

Wisconsin Senate Fails to Pass SB1182 on Animal Testing of Cosmetics

Wisconsin’s legislative attempt to ban animal testing for cosmetics failed to pass in March 2026, stalling new compliance requirements for the industry. While immediate operational changes are not required, the bill's introduction signals ongoing political appetite for animal welfare standards that may resurface in future sessions.

28 Mar 2026, 20:28docs.legis.wisconsin.govUnited States

Norway Opens Consultation On Amendments To Regulation On Use Of Animals In Experiments

Norway is consulting on stricter animal welfare standards for scientific experiments to align with EU Delegated Directive 2024/1262. Research facilities and life sciences firms must review laboratory protocols for zebrafish, cephalopods, and rodents to ensure compliance with updated housing and euthanasia requirements.

28 Mar 2026, 16:59hoering.mattilsynet.noNorway

UK Home Office Issues 2026 Code of Practice for Care and Accommodation of Animals in Science

The UK Home Office has published a new mandatory Code of Practice for the care and accommodation of animals used in science, effective June 25, 2026. Establishments must update internal compliance protocols and infrastructure to meet these revised minimum standards for housing, equipment, and husbandry.

27 Mar 2026, 18:41gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Great Britain: Home Office Issues Advisory Standards On Care And Accommodation Of Animals In Science

The UK Home Office has published new advisory standards to complement the mandatory 2026 Code of Practice for animal care in scientific research, effective June 25, 2026. Licensed facilities should use these standards to benchmark internal welfare protocols and ensure compliance with the upcoming statutory requirements for animal housing and husbandry.

27 Mar 2026, 18:41gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK Home Office Issues 2026 Code of Practice on Care and Accommodation of Animals in Science

The UK Home Office has published an updated statutory Code of Practice for animal care in scientific research, which becomes legally binding on June 25, 2026. While core standards remain consistent, the removal of advisory guidance from the statutory text clarifies the mandatory compliance baseline for all licensed research and breeding facilities.

27 Mar 2026, 18:41gov.ukUnited Kingdom