Bisphenols

ECHA Call for Evidence on Bisphenols (BPS, BPF, BPAF) for Occupational Exposure Limits

ECHA has launched a call for evidence on BPS, BPF, and BPAF to evaluate new EU Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) under the CMRD, closing July 1, 2026. This is a critical window for industry to provide exposure and toxicological data to shape future binding workplace limits and mitigate potential operational risks.

8 Apr 2026, 16:00echa.europa.euEuropean Union

New York Senate Introduces Bill to Ban Bisphenol A in Business Transaction Paper

New York has introduced legislation to ban Bisphenol A (BPA) in all business transaction paper, including receipts and banking records, effective 180 days after enactment. Companies must evaluate thermal paper supply chains and prepare for a transition to state-certified "least toxic" alternatives to avoid non-compliance and hazardous substitution risks.

6 Apr 2026, 16:51nysenate.govUnited States

ECHA Starts OEL Dossier Preparation For Bisphenols, Copper, Lithium, Naphthalene And Toluene

ECHA has initiated the preparation of scientific dossiers to establish or update Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) for bisphenols, copper, lithium, naphthalene, and toluene. Businesses should prepare for potential new binding limit values by reviewing current workplace monitoring data and assessing the feasibility of stricter exposure controls.

6 Apr 2026, 16:10echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU ECHA Opens OEL Consultation on Lithium Salts and Call for Evidence on Multiple Substances

ECHA has launched consultations on new or revised occupational exposure limits (OELs) for lithium salts, bisphenols, and copper, alongside a review of endocrine disruptors under worker protection rules. Impacted industries should prepare for stricter workplace exposure controls and potential shifts in the scope of the CMRD, which may increase operational compliance burdens.

5 Apr 2026, 06:18echa.europa.euEuropean Union

Australia (AICIS) Opens Consultation On 11 Draft Industrial Chemical Evaluation Statements Until 28 May 2026

Australia’s AICIS has released 11 draft evaluation statements for 117 chemicals, initiating a public consultation period through May 28, 2026. Proposed Inventory listing changes for high-profile substances like Retinol and 2-Pyrrolidinone signal a shift toward tighter controls for personal care and industrial sectors.

4 Apr 2026, 10:54industrialchemicals.gov.auAustralia

EU Council Issues Statement of Reasons on First-Reading Position Amending EU Water Quality Directives

The EU Council has finalized its first-reading position on revised water quality directives, introducing stricter limits for PFAS, bisphenols, and pesticides with a December 2027 transposition deadline. Businesses should prepare for enhanced source-control obligations and the potential introduction of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes for products containing priority hazardous substances.

1 Apr 2026, 19:42eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Adopts Directive Amending Water Framework, Groundwater and EQS Directives on PFAS and Micropollutants

The EU has adopted a directive updating water quality standards for surface and groundwater, introducing stricter limits for PFAS, Bisphenol A, and pharmaceuticals starting December 2027. This expansion of priority substances will drive tighter industrial discharge permits and enhanced monitoring obligations across European river basins through 2039.

1 Apr 2026, 19:17data.consilium.europa.euEuropean UnionEuropean Economic Area

US EPA Proposes One-Year Extension of TSCA Section 8(d) Health and Safety Data Reporting Deadline

The US EPA has proposed a one-year extension to May 2027 for TSCA Section 8(d) health and safety data reporting on 16 high-priority chemicals. This delay provides temporary compliance relief while the agency re-evaluates the reporting scope, signaling potential future adjustments to data submission requirements for these substances.

30 Mar 2026, 15:05federalregister.govUnited States

Commission Expert Group on Implementation of the Drinking Water Directive – 19th Meeting (23 April 2026)

The European Commission's Drinking Water Directive expert group will meet in April 2026 to review implementation progress and technical studies on PFAS, Bisphenol A, and pesticide metabolites. Discussions regarding parametric values and the feasibility of an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system signal potential new cost-sharing obligations and stricter monitoring requirements for chemical manufacturers.

29 Mar 2026, 17:28ec.europa.euEuropean Union

US Commerce Announces Preliminary Antidumping Review Results for Thermal Paper From Germany (2023–2024)

US Commerce issued preliminary antidumping review results for German thermal paper, proposing zero or minimal margins for key exporters. Importers should prepare for potential duty adjustments and monitor the final determination to secure favorable cash-deposit rates for future shipments.

28 Mar 2026, 16:28public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States

EFSA Opens Consultation on Data Requirements for Hazardous Bisphenols in Food-Contact Materials

EFSA has launched a consultation on draft data requirements for the safety assessment of hazardous bisphenols in food-contact materials, with a final scientific opinion expected by January 2027. This initiative signals a tightening of the safety assessment framework for bisphenol alternatives in recycled plastics, requiring manufacturers to prepare more robust toxicological data for future market access.

26 Mar 2026, 11:31open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

Iowa HF 2580 Amendment H-8228 Proposes Microplastic and Fiberglass Emission Mitigation Plans for Wind Turbines

Iowa Amendment H-8228 proposes mandatory microplastic and fiberglass emission mitigation plans for wind energy facilities, targeting turbine blade erosion and material composition. This signals increasing regulatory scrutiny on the environmental lifecycle of renewable infrastructure, requiring developers to manage chemical leaching and physical degradation risks to maintain operational permits.

19 Mar 2026, 19:05legis.iowa.govUnited States

Iowa Amendment H-8227 Would Require Baseline and Periodic Soil and Water Testing Around Wind Energy Facilities

Iowa Amendment H-8227 proposes mandatory baseline and recurring soil and water testing for wind energy facilities starting in 2026. Wind operators face increased operational costs and long-term liability risks related to blade degradation and potential environmental remediation for microplastics and chemical contaminants.

19 Mar 2026, 19:04legis.iowa.govUnited States

Iowa Amendment H-8225 to HF 2580 Proposes Broad Wind Turbine Indemnification Obligations

Iowa Amendment H-8225 proposes mandatory, long-term indemnification and high-value insurance for new wind turbine construction starting July 2026. This shift toward joint and several liability for chemical contamination significantly increases the financial risk profile and long-tail legal exposure for manufacturers and developers.

19 Mar 2026, 19:01legis.iowa.govUnited States

Latvian Health Inspectorate Updates Guidance on 2023 Drinking Water Rules and Monitoring Obligations for Suppliers

Latvia has issued updated guidance for drinking water suppliers and building managers to implement the 2023 Drinking Water Rules, mandating operational monitoring from January 2026. Businesses must prepare for stricter monitoring of substances like PFAS, BPA, and lead, alongside a transition to risk-based safety assessments for internal distribution networks by 2029.

14 Mar 2026, 13:50vi.gov.lvLatvia

Australia: NSW Plastics Plan 2.0 Sets 2026–2030 Phase-Out of Problematic Single-Use Plastics and Packaging

NSW will introduce legislation in 2026 to phase out diverse single-use plastics and microplastics through a staged implementation ending in 2030. Impacted sectors must prepare for mandatory product redesigns, new recyclability labelling, and potential restrictions on PFAS and phthalates in food packaging.

13 Mar 2026, 16:39epa.nsw.gov.auAustralia

Japan Food Safety Commission Schedules 4th Bisphenol A Working Group Meeting For 19 March 2026

Japan’s Food Safety Commission (FSCJ) will meet on March 19, 2026, to review scientific data and define the future direction for its Bisphenol A (BPA) safety assessment. This assessment could lead to revised safety standards for food contact materials, following international trends toward tighter restrictions on endocrine-disrupting substances.

13 Mar 2026, 06:21fsc.go.jpJapan

Brazilian Government Highlights Challenges in UN Global Plastics Pollution Treaty Negotiations

UN global plastics treaty negotiations face significant delays and political friction, with the next major round postponed until 2027. Companies should anticipate a shift toward fragmented domestic regulations focusing on recyclability indices, single-use plastic restrictions, and heightened scrutiny of hazardous plastic additives.

12 Mar 2026, 11:21camara.leg.brBrazilGlobal

Norway (Mattilsynet) Launches Consultation On Implementing BPA/Bisphenols Correction Regulation (EU) 2026/250

Norway is consulting on the implementation of EU Regulation 2026/250 to correct the restrictive framework for Bisphenol A (BPA) in food contact materials, with comments due by April 21, 2026. These corrections provide essential clarity on transitional deadlines for reusable articles and simplify compliance documentation, reducing legal risk for businesses navigating the BPA phase-out.

12 Mar 2026, 10:42hoering.mattilsynet.noNorway

United States Issues AD and CVD Orders on Certain Monomers and Oligomers From Taiwan

The U.S. has finalized significant antidumping (130.23%) and countervailing (103.43%) duty orders on specific monomers and oligomers from Taiwan, effective March 11, 2026. Importers face massive cost increases for these acrylate building blocks, necessitating immediate supply chain re-evaluation and rigorous classification of chemical blends to manage trade-remedy exposure.

12 Mar 2026, 09:53federalregister.govUnited StatesTaiwan