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EU Council Updates Annexes to Iran Sanctions Regulation 267/2012 on Dual-Use, Energy and Petrochemical Goods (ST 7089 2026 ADD 1)

In March 2026, the Council published Addendum 1 to an amending Regulation that comprehensively replaces the annexes to EU Iran Sanctions Regulation 267/2012, updating the dual‑use, energy, petrochemical, maritime and raw‑materials lists tied to restrictive measures against Iran.[^1^] This effectively rewrites which goods and related technology are prohibited or licence‑controlled for Iran under EU law, so EU exporters, investors and financiers in affected sectors must re‑map products and contracts to the new annex structure and HS‑coded lists to avoid sanctions breaches.[^1^]

10 Apr 2026, 16:25data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

Zimbabwe Brings Forward Ban on Raw Lithium and Other Mineral Exports

Zimbabwe has implemented an immediate ban on the export of raw lithium and other unprocessed minerals as of February 2026, accelerating its domestic value-addition timeline. Downstream battery and electronics manufacturers must urgently reassess supply chain resilience and pivot procurement toward locally processed concentrates to mitigate immediate sourcing disruptions.

5 Apr 2026, 04:52france24.comZimbabwe

US BIS Renews Temporary Denial of Export Privileges for Aviastar-TU

The US has extended the denial of export privileges for Russian cargo airline Aviastar-TU through March 2027, continuing strict enforcement of aviation-related export controls. Businesses must maintain rigorous screening of logistics partners and supply chain transactions to avoid severe penalties and loss of export privileges under US trade regulations.

2 Apr 2026, 09:33govinfo.govUnited StatesRussia

Vietnam Draft Foreign Trade Decree Adds E‑Cigarettes and Heated Tobacco Products to Prohibited Import and Export List

Vietnam is proposing a total ban on the import and export of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products through a revised foreign trade decree. This move signals a complete market closure for nicotine delivery systems, requiring manufacturers to immediately reassess regional market access and supply chain strategies.

1 Apr 2026, 18:25members.wto.orgVietnam

France: National Assembly Adopts Bill to Ban Added Sugars in Infant and Young Child Foods

France has adopted a bill to ban added sugars in foods for infants and young children effective January 2028. Manufacturers must prioritize product reformulations and monitor upcoming ministerial orders that will define specific exemptions and permissible sugar limits.

1 Apr 2026, 14:42assemblee-nationale.frFrance

Romania Issues Joint Order on Prior Approval for Diesel and Crude Oil Export and Intra-Community Supply

Romania has introduced a mandatory prior-approval procedure for the export and intra-EU supply of diesel and crude oil, effective immediately. This measure signals increased resource protectionism and introduces significant administrative requirements that may disrupt energy supply chains and cross-border trade.

1 Apr 2026, 14:32energie.gov.roRomania

Norway Implements EU 19th Sanctions Package Against Russia

Norway has formally adopted the EU’s 19th sanctions package, introducing immediate and phased restrictions on Russian LNG, chemicals, electronics, and industrial components. Businesses must urgently audit supply chains and update trade compliance screening to manage expanded export bans and new prohibitions on energy and technology services.

29 Mar 2026, 06:01regjeringen.noNorwayEuropean Union

UK Updates Statutory Guidance On Iran Nuclear Sanctions Regime

UK authorities updated statutory guidance for the Iran nuclear sanctions regime in March 2026, clarifying trade and financial prohibitions. Businesses must strengthen supply chain screening for restricted materials like graphite and uranium to mitigate significant criminal and civil enforcement risks.

27 Mar 2026, 08:08gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK ECJU Issues Guidance on Export Licence Applications Under Defence Export Controls Agreement Articles 1–3

The UK has launched operational guidance for the Agreement on Defence Export Controls to streamline licensing for military goods traded with France, Germany, and Spain. Exporters should update internal compliance workflows to ensure specific application flagging and documentation requirements are met to benefit from expedited approvals and reduced administrative friction in collaborative European projects.

21 Mar 2026, 19:09gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Germany Adopts First Act Amending High Seas Dumping Act on Marine Geo-Engineering and CO₂ Export

Germany has enacted amendments to the High Seas Dumping Act to regulate marine geo-engineering and permit the export of carbon dioxide for offshore storage. This creates a legal framework for cross-border carbon capture and storage while restricting marine carbon removal technologies to strictly monitored research activities.

20 Mar 2026, 15:53recht.bund.deGermany

EU Adopts Delegated Regulation 2026/55 Updating Mercury-Added Product Bans Under Regulation (EU) 2017/852

The EU has prohibited the manufacture, import, and export of specific mercury-containing monitoring and control instruments effective from 31 December 2025. Companies must verify product compositions and secure mercury-free alternatives for high-precision measurement components to maintain market access and align with global phase-out trends.

18 Mar 2026, 18:53eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Council Adds 16 Persons And 3 Entities To Iran Human-Rights Sanctions List

The EU expanded its Iran human-rights sanctions list on March 16, 2026, adding 16 individuals and three entities subject to asset freezes and travel bans. Organizations must immediately update screening protocols and ensure compliance with export bans on equipment used for internal repression or telecommunications monitoring.

18 Mar 2026, 16:06eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Bulgaria Proposes Temporary Export Ban On Certain Medicinal Products (TRIS 2026/0122/BG)

Bulgaria has notified a temporary export ban on critical medicinal products including insulins and SGLT-2 inhibitors scheduled for March to May 2026. Companies should anticipate localized supply chain restrictions as EU member states increasingly leverage emergency trade measures to mitigate domestic medicine shortages.

17 Mar 2026, 19:54technical-regulation-information-system.ec.europa.euEuropean UnionBulgaria

EU Exchange & Capacity-Building Group on Battery Materials (ECaBaM) Workshop Report Outlines Phase 2 SoC Study and Black-Mass Export Ban Signal

ECHA has scheduled its final report on substances of concern in batteries for September 2026 to support upcoming restrictions under the EU Batteries Regulation. Companies should prepare for increased data reporting on battery composition and a potential export ban on waste lithium-ion batteries and black mass by late 2026.

16 Mar 2026, 15:52reach-metals.euEuropean Union

Estonian Health Board Reminds PIC Chemical Exporters And Importers To Submit Article 10 Reports By 31 March

Estonian authorities have issued a reminder for the mandatory March 31 deadline to report annual export and import volumes of hazardous chemicals under the EU Prior Informed Consent Regulation. Companies must ensure robust internal tracking of substances in mixtures and articles to maintain compliance and avoid disruptions to international trade and market access.

14 Mar 2026, 14:04terviseamet.eeEuropean UnionEstonia

European Parliament DROI Hearing on Exports of EU-Banned Pesticides to South Africa

The European Parliament is intensifying scrutiny of EU-based pesticide exports to South Africa through a high-level human rights hearing on March 18, 2026. This signals growing political momentum for a formal EU export ban on hazardous substances prohibited for domestic use, increasing long-term regulatory and reputational risks for chemical manufacturers.

14 Mar 2026, 08:37europarl.europa.euSouth AfricaEuropean Union

European Commission Reviews Vision For Agriculture And Food, Highlighting Upcoming Pesticide MRL And Import Control Measures

The European Commission is advancing a 2026 mandate to eliminate residue limits for specific hazardous pesticides, effectively banning imports of treated products. This move signals a broader shift toward regulatory reciprocity that will require global supply chains to align with EU chemical standards to maintain market access.

14 Mar 2026, 07:47data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

Pakistan Faces International Pressure to Enforce Mercury Bans on Toxic Skin-Whitening Creams

International pressure is mounting on Pakistan to enforce mercury bans in cosmetics following widespread testing failures and high-profile consumer alerts in the US and EU. Manufacturers and retailers face intensified supply chain scrutiny and potential market access restrictions as regulators tighten enforcement of Minamata Convention standards.

13 Mar 2026, 07:34personalcareinsights.comPakistanUnited StatesPhilippinesEuropean UnionGlobal

EU Extends Arms Embargo on Zimbabwe Until February 2027

The European Union has extended its arms embargo and restrictions on equipment for internal repression against Zimbabwe until February 2027. Businesses must maintain strict export controls and human rights due diligence to mitigate legal and reputational risks associated with sanctioned regions.

12 Mar 2026, 11:21eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Switzerland Updates Iran Measures Ordinance Annex 3 on UAV and Missile-Related Goods

Switzerland expanded its Iran sanctions regime on March 10, 2026, adding specific chemicals, nanomaterials, and aerospace technologies to the list of prohibited goods for UAVs and missiles. Impacted businesses must immediately audit supply chains for listed substances to ensure compliance with new export restrictions and enhanced authorization mandates.

12 Mar 2026, 09:27fedlex.admin.chSwitzerland