Epoxy Resins

Japan CAA Updates Annex 1–21 Monomer Reference For Food-Contact Positive List

Japan’s Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) updated the Annex 1–21 monomer reference list for food-contact materials on March 26, 2026. Manufacturers should audit internal substance databases against this revised reference file to ensure accurate compliance reporting and alignment with the positive list for polymer base materials.

28 Mar 2026, 09:36caa.go.jpJapan

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

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

Netherlands RIVM Publishes Hazard Study on Epoxy‑Vitrimer Synthesis

The Dutch RIVM has published research on the in vitro hazards of epoxy-vitrimer synthesis, signaling emerging regulatory interest in the safety profiles of advanced polymer materials. This development serves as an early warning for manufacturers to review synthesis-stage risks and prepare for potential shifts in hazard classifications for vitrimer-based composites.

11 Mar 2026, 17:22rivm.nlNetherlands

Saudi Arabia Notifies Unified List Of Standards For Glue And Adhesive Materials Technical Regulation (G/TBT/N/SAU/1201/Add.2)

Saudi Arabia has formalized a unified list of 21 technical standards to demonstrate compliance with the Technical Regulation for Glue and Adhesive Materials. Manufacturers must align product testing and certification with these specific international and regional standards to ensure market access and streamline conformity assessments.

9 Mar 2026, 14:32members.wto.orgSaudi Arabia

Ukraine Ministry of Health Order No. 55 Restricts Epoxy Derivatives in Food-Contact Materials

Ukraine has adopted Order No. 55, aligning its food-contact material standards with EU Regulation (EC) 1895/2005 by restricting BADGE and banning BFDGE and NOGE epoxy derivatives effective May 17, 2026. Manufacturers must ensure compliance with specific migration limits and provide formal declarations of compliance for all non-retail supply chain stages to maintain market access.

2 Mar 2026, 09:18zakon.rada.gov.uaUkraine

Thailand FDA Consults on Revision of Food Container Regulation (MOPH Notification No. 92 B.E. 2528)

Thailand is proposing a comprehensive overhaul of its food container safety standards to introduce stricter limits on PFAS, Bisphenol A (BPA), and heavy metals. Manufacturers must prepare for material-specific compliance requirements and phased transition periods as Thailand aligns its decades-old food-contact regime with international safety benchmarks.

17 Feb 2026, 11:04food.fda.moph.go.thThailand

California OEHHA Posts Comment Submissions on Reproductive Toxicity of p,p'-Bisphenol Chemicals (Oct 17–Dec 1, 2025)

California OEHHA has published stakeholder input on the reproductive toxicity of p,p'-bisphenol chemicals, advancing the assessment for potential Proposition 65 listing. The potential for a class-based listing increases the risk of broad warning requirements and market pressure for substitution across multiple bisphenol-reliant product categories.

14 Feb 2026, 18:44oehha.ca.govUnited States

US Commerce Amends Preliminary LTFV Determination for Certain Monomers and Oligomers From South Korea

US Commerce has increased preliminary dumping margins for South Korean monomers and oligomers to 25.07%–28.52% effective February 2026. Importers should anticipate higher procurement costs and immediate cash deposit requirements for these essential coating and resin raw materials.

11 Feb 2026, 11:14govinfo.govUnited StatesSouth Korea

US Commerce Department Issues Final Antidumping Determination on Certain Monomers and Oligomers from Taiwan

The US Department of Commerce has finalized a 130.23% antidumping margin on certain monomers and oligomers from Taiwan, confirming sales at less than fair value. Importers and downstream users of UV-curable resins must account for substantial retroactive duties and prepare for long-term cost impacts pending the final injury determination.

4 Feb 2026, 13:55public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States

EU Commission Corrects Regulation (EU) 2024/3190 On Use Of Bisphenol A In Certain Materials And Articles

The EU adopted Regulation 2026/250 in February 2026 to correct the BPA food contact framework, clarifying manufacturing prohibitions and refining transitional deadlines for specific packaging. Operators must recalibrate phase-out strategies and compliance testing to meet the 1 µg/kg detection limit and updated Declaration of Compliance (DoC) requirements.

4 Feb 2026, 10:12ec.europa.euEuropean Union

United States Final Countervailing Duty Determination on Certain Monomers and Oligomers From Taiwan

The US Department of Commerce has finalized a 103.43% countervailing duty on Taiwanese monomers and oligomers, affirming critical circumstances for retroactive application. Importers face substantial cost increases and retroactive financial liabilities, requiring immediate supply chain reassessment for UV/EB curable resin components.

26 Jan 2026, 21:10federalregister.govUnited States

EU General Court Refuses Interim Relief In REACH Compliance Check Case On Substance 4,4’-Isopropylidenediphenol, Oligomeric Reaction Products With 1-Chloro-2,3-Epoxypropane, Esters With Acrylic Acid

The EU General Court has denied interim relief to REACH registrants seeking to suspend an ECHA compliance check decision requiring animal testing. This decision underscores the difficulty of staying ECHA enforcement actions, requiring companies to proceed with data generation and testing obligations despite ongoing legal challenges.

13 Jan 2026, 14:16eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Ukraine Notifies Draft Restrictions on Epoxy Derivatives in Food Contact Materials

Ukraine is aligning its food contact material standards with EU Regulation 1895/2005, proposing restrictions on BADGE and prohibitions on BFDGE and NOGE epoxy derivatives by February 2026. Manufacturers of food-contact plastics, coatings, and adhesives must ensure compliance with EU-equivalent migration limits to maintain market access in Ukraine.

4 Jan 2026, 11:15eping.wto.orgUkraine

EU General Court Case T-736/25 Challenges Anti-Dumping Duties On Epoxy Resin Imports

Aditya Birla Chemicals has initiated a legal challenge in the EU General Court against anti-dumping duties imposed on epoxy resin imports from Thailand, China, and Taiwan. This litigation introduces potential long-term uncertainty for trade costs and supply chain planning, though existing duties remain in force pending the court's decision.

22 Dec 2025, 09:17eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Evaluation Concluded for 4,4'-methylenebis[n,n-bis(2,3-epoxypropyl)aniline] Under CoRAP

Danish authorities have concluded the REACH substance evaluation for TGMDA, proposing a new harmonised classification as a Category 2 Mutagen (Muta. 2) by 2026. While no immediate REACH restrictions are planned, the upcoming CLP classification will mandate updated hazard communication and risk management for industrial epoxy resin applications.

3 Dec 2025, 16:34echa.europa.euEuropean Union

General Court Rejects Request to Suspend REACH Compliance Decision

The EU General Court has rejected an industry request to suspend ECHA’s mandate for a reproductive toxicity study, dismissing animal welfare concerns as insufficient to halt testing obligations. This decision strengthens ECHA’s enforcement of REACH data requirements and clarifies that ethical objections to animal testing do not provide a legal basis for companies to delay compliance.

1 Dec 2025, 17:03eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

ECHA Opens Consultation on Harmonised Classification for 2,4,6-tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol

ECHA is consulting on a proposal to significantly upgrade the harmonised classification of 2,4,6-tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol to include skin corrosion and sensitisation. If adopted, businesses must prepare for stricter labelling, packaging, and potential downstream restrictions triggered by the more severe hazard profile.

12 Nov 2025, 12:55echa.europa.euEuropean Union

India Proposes Ban on PFAS and BPA in Food Packaging Materials

India has proposed a comprehensive ban on PFAS in all food contact materials and BPA in polycarbonate and epoxy resin packaging. This move signals a significant tightening of food safety standards, requiring manufacturers to urgently evaluate alternative materials and ensure supply chain compliance for the Indian market.

29 Oct 2025, 15:03eping.wto.orgIndia