Disinfectants

Vietnam Ministry of Health Circular 05/2026/TT-BYT Bans Certain Chemicals and Requires Disclosure for Insecticidal and Disinfectant Preparations

Vietnam has finalized Circular 05/2026/TT-BYT, banning 40 substances and mandating disclosure for 87 hazardous chemicals in household and medical biocides, effective May 15, 2026. Manufacturers must audit formulations against the new lists to ensure compliance with market access bans and prepare for mandatory information disclosure requirements under the updated Law on Chemicals.

6 Apr 2026, 19:58luatvietnam.vnVietnam

EU Commission Grants Union Authorisation For ECA Disinfect Skin Product Family 7 Under Biocidal Products Regulation

The European Commission has granted a 10-year Union authorisation for the 'ECA Disinfect skin Product family 7' biocidal products, effective from April 21, 2026. Manufacturers must ensure hand disinfection products containing hypochlorous acid comply with the specific PT1 use conditions and labeling requirements to maintain EU market access.

2 Apr 2026, 12:39eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Amends Union Authorisation for Evonik’s Hydrogen Peroxide Product Family

The EU has updated the Union authorisation for Evonik’s Hydrogen Peroxide Product Family to reflect administrative changes, including new trade names and manufacturing site updates, effective April 2021. Companies using these biocidal products must ensure internal documentation, labels, and manufacturing records align with the revised Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) to maintain compliance during inspections.

2 Apr 2026, 12:38eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

South Korea (NICS) Partially Amends Regulation On The Classification And Labelling Of Chemicals (Notice No. 2026-6)

South Korea has updated its mandatory chemical classification and labeling list (Annex 4), introducing over 70 new entries and revising several existing ones effective March 27, 2026. Manufacturers and importers must update labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) by January 2027, with an extended compliance window until July 2028 specifically for sodium hypochlorite.

2 Apr 2026, 10:26law.go.krSouth Korea

Great Britain Issues Non-Approval Decisions For Biocidal Active Substances Under GB BPR

GB ministers have confirmed the non-approval of several biocidal active substances, including DBNPA and silver nitrate, effective April 1, 2026. Businesses must phase out treated articles by September 2026 and remove biocidal products from the market by April 2027 to avoid enforcement action.

1 Apr 2026, 18:47hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

EU Commission Adopts Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/741 on Administrative Changes to Union Authorisation for ‘Ecolab UA BPF 1-Propanol’

The EU has updated the Union authorisation for the ‘Ecolab UA BPF 1-Propanol’ biocidal product family, effective April 20, 2026. Affected operators must update product labels and regulatory files to reflect new trade names and manufacturer details to ensure continued market compliance.

1 Apr 2026, 18:41eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EU BPC Adopts Minor Change Opinion for Septihol IPA Union Authorisation

The EU Biocidal Products Committee adopted a final opinion in March 2026 supporting a minor packaging change for Septihol IPA Union authorisation. This approval confirms the safety of expanded pack sizes, providing manufacturers with greater logistical flexibility while maintaining strict compliance with the Biocidal Products Regulation.

1 Apr 2026, 14:20echa.europa.euEuropean Union

Brazil Anvisa Prohibits Irregular Sanitising and Cosmetic Products and Suspends Fort Decap Lots

Brazil's Anvisa has issued Resolution RE No. 1.166/2026, immediately prohibiting several unregistered sanitizing and cosmetic products and suspending specific detergent batches for GMP non-compliance. This enforcement action underscores the critical need for rigorous registration verification and adherence to manufacturing standards to avoid market seizure and brand damage in the Brazilian market.

1 Apr 2026, 14:18in.gov.brBrazil

Norway Consults on Amendments to Biocides Regulation to Implement New EU Active-Substance Decisions

Norway is consulting on aligning its Biocides Regulation with recent EU decisions, extending approvals for several active substances while setting a September 2026 phase-out for etofenprox. Impacted businesses must prepare for the etofenprox withdrawal and note new authorization deadlines for formaldehyde-releasers to maintain market access for biocidal products and treated articles.

1 Apr 2026, 14:17hss.miljodirektoratet.noNorway

EU Extends Approval of Glutaraldehyde for Biocidal Product Types 2, 3, 4, 6, 11 and 12 Until 2029

The EU has extended the approval of glutaraldehyde for several biocidal product types until March 2029 to allow for a comprehensive renewal assessment. While this grants manufacturers additional time for compliance, the substance remains a candidate for substitution, necessitating long-term planning for potential alternatives.

31 Mar 2026, 21:30regjeringen.noEuropean UnionNorway

Romania ANPC Conducts Nationwide Inspections, Issues 1,429 Fines

Romania’s consumer protection authority (ANPC) executed a nationwide enforcement sweep in March 2026, issuing over 1,400 fines and ordering significant product withdrawals across the retail and food sectors. This aggressive surveillance signals a low tolerance for hygiene and storage non-compliance, requiring operators to prioritize internal audits and supply chain integrity to mitigate the risk of service suspensions.

29 Mar 2026, 19:25anpc.roRomania

ECHA Issues Opinions on Union Authorisation for Sodium Hypochlorite Biocidal Product Families

ECHA has issued formal opinions on Union authorisation for several sodium hypochlorite biocidal product families, moving them toward final EU-wide market approval. Manufacturers should prepare for imminent Commission decisions that will harmonize market access conditions and safety instructions across the EU.

29 Mar 2026, 19:15echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Council Presidency Suggests Amendments to Organic Production Regulation on Imports, Logo Use and Certification

The EU Council Presidency has proposed amendments to the Organic Production Regulation, extending third-country equivalence to 2036 and revising EU logo rules for imported ingredients. This shift requires supply chain adjustments for processed goods using imported organic components while offering operational relief through simplified certification and broader access to cleaning agents.

29 Mar 2026, 19:02data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

EU/EEA Extends PHMB (1415; 4.7) Approval for Biocidal Product Types 2 and 4 to April 2029

The EU/EEA has extended the approval of PHMB (1415; 4.7) for biocidal product types 2 and 4 until April 30, 2029. This extension prevents market disruption for disinfectant products while authorities finalize a delayed safety and efficacy re-evaluation.

27 Mar 2026, 18:38regjeringen.noEuropean UnionNorway

Netherlands Ctgb Updates Biocide and Plant Protection Product Authorisations

The Dutch Ctgb has updated the authorisation status for several biocidal and plant protection products, including new registrations for insecticides and extensions for various herbicides and fungicides. Companies should audit their portfolios against these revised expiry dates and withdrawal schedules to ensure continued market access and manage the phase-out of specific active substances.

27 Mar 2026, 08:10zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

EU Draft Implementing Decision Not to Approve poly(dimethyloctadecyl[3-(trihydroxysilyl)propyl]ammonium Chloride) for Biocidal Product-Types 2, 7 and 9

The EU has proposed the non-approval of poly(dimethyloctadecyl[3-(trihydroxysilyl)propyl]ammonium chloride) for use in disinfectants and material preservatives (PT 2, 7, and 9). Impacted businesses must initiate substitution strategies and phase-out plans for affected biocidal products and treated articles following the substance's failure to meet safety and efficacy standards.

27 Mar 2026, 07:50members.wto.orgEuropean UnionEuropean Economic Area

GB HSE Announces Upcoming Biocidal Active Substance Expiry Dates Under GB BPR

The UK HSE has confirmed expiry dates for several biocidal active substances, including clothianidin and folpet, between June 2026 and June 2027. Impacted businesses must initiate phase-out plans for biocidal products and treated articles to ensure compliance and prevent market access disruptions in Great Britain.

27 Mar 2026, 07:45content.govdelivery.comUnited Kingdom

US EPA Updates EDSP Group 1 DCI Statuses for DDAC (CAS 7173-51-5)

EPA has updated the Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program (EDSP) status for DDAC, establishing a uniform data submission deadline of November 22, 2028. Registrants must verify their recorded response pathways—ranging from data waivers to voluntary cancellations—to ensure continued market access and manage long-term compliance costs.

26 Mar 2026, 11:18epa.govUnited States

France DGCCRF Issues FAQ On Cleaning Products For Food-Contact Materials

France’s DGCCRF has issued comprehensive guidance clarifying the compliance requirements for cleaning products used on food-contact materials under national and EU law. Manufacturers must ensure formulations align with the exhaustive national list of authorized constituents while navigating complex transitional overlaps with the EU Biocidal Products Regulation.

25 Mar 2026, 21:27economie.gouv.frFrance

EU ECHA BPC Adopts Opinion on Approval of Ethanol for Product Type 2 Disinfectants

The ECHA Biocidal Products Committee has recommended the approval of ethanol for use in small-surface disinfectants (PT2), establishing strict purity standards and specific risk mitigation measures for consumer use. While ethanol currently avoids 'exclusion' status, businesses should prepare for potential future classification shifts as several Member States continue to push for more stringent CMR hazard labeling.

25 Mar 2026, 12:32echa.europa.euEuropean Union