Material Declarations

California AB 1901: Children’s Diaper Ingredient Disclosure Bill Set for Assembly Appropriations Hearing

California’s AB 1901, mandating full ingredient disclosure for children’s diapers, has advanced to the Assembly Appropriations Committee with proposed compliance starting in 2028. Manufacturers must prepare for rigorous supply chain transparency and labeling updates as California extends right-to-know requirements to the absorbent hygiene sector.

5 Apr 2026, 06:06leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

California AB-1901 Advances To Appropriations Committee On Children’s Diaper Ingredient Disclosure

California’s AB 1901, mandating ingredient disclosure for children’s diapers, has advanced in the legislature, targeting online transparency by 2028 and on-pack labeling by 2029. This signals a significant expansion of chemical transparency requirements into the juvenile hygiene sector, requiring manufacturers to audit formulations and update labeling for California market access.

28 Mar 2026, 09:02leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

New York Senate Passes S3852B on PFAS, PAHs and Lead in Playground Surfacing

New York is advancing legislation to ban PFAS, PAHs, and lead in playground surfacing materials following Senate approval of S3852B. Impacted businesses must prepare for mandatory compliance certifications and potential third-party testing to ensure continued market access for surfacing products.

26 Mar 2026, 19:10nysenate.govUnited States

Minnesota House Introduces HF 4516 On Menstrual Product Ingredient Disclosure

Minnesota has introduced legislation (HF 4516) requiring manufacturers to disclose all intentionally added synthetic ingredients on the outer packaging of menstrual products. This move signals increasing state-level pressure for ingredient transparency in personal care and hygiene products, necessitating a review of supply chain data and packaging design for compliance.

26 Mar 2026, 19:06revisor.mn.govUnited States

Wisconsin AB1191/SB1138 PFAS Product Ban Bills Fail to Pass

Wisconsin bills AB1191 and SB1138, proposing a comprehensive ban on intentionally added PFAS in consumer products, failed to pass in March 2026. Although stalled, the proposed 2032-2038 phase-out timelines and broad category coverage provide a clear blueprint for future legislative efforts in the state.

26 Mar 2026, 18:57docs.legis.wisconsin.govUnited States

California Assembly Committee Amends Bill on Children’s Diaper Ingredient Disclosure

California is advancing AB 1901, mandating comprehensive online and on-pack ingredient disclosure for children’s diapers starting in 2028. This extends California's "right-to-know" disclosure model to the absorbent hygiene sector, necessitating rigorous supply chain data collection and labeling updates.

25 Mar 2026, 21:36leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

EU JRC Publishes Methodology for Digital Product Passport Data Requirements Under ESPR

The EU Joint Research Centre has released the formal methodology for determining Digital Product Passport (DPP) data requirements under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This framework establishes the criteria for mandatory product data disclosure, signaling a shift toward granular supply chain transparency and standardized digital reporting for market access.

22 Mar 2026, 10:12publications.jrc.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Brazil Moves RoHS-Style Draft Resolution for Electrical and Electronic Equipment Into Final CONAMA Deliberations

Brazil is advancing a draft RoHS resolution to restrict 10 hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, with final deliberations underway as of March 2026. Companies must prepare for EU-aligned substance limits, mandatory technical dossiers, and a new national registry, signaling a significant shift toward harmonized global electronics compliance.

21 Mar 2026, 19:26gov.brBrazil

IEC 62474 Updates DSL to Version D32.00 and Aligns EU RoHS Annex III Exemptions

The IEC 62474 standard has been updated to version D32.00, incorporating new REACH SVHCs and PFHxA restrictions alongside revised EU RoHS lead exemptions. Companies must update supplier declaration processes and compliance systems to ensure product reporting remains aligned with the latest European chemical and electronics regulations.

20 Mar 2026, 12:44std.iec.chEuropean Union

Minnesota Legislature Proposes Ingredient Disclosure Requirements for Menstrual Products (S.F. 4601)

Minnesota has introduced S.F. 4601, requiring manufacturers to disclose all intentionally added synthetic ingredients on menstrual product packaging. This proposal signals a shift toward mandatory ingredient transparency for personal care items, necessitating supply chain audits and labeling redesigns for market access.

19 Mar 2026, 19:25revisor.mn.govUnited States

Ohio Proposes PFAS Reporting and Product Bans (HB743)

Ohio has introduced HB 743, proposing mandatory PFAS reporting by 2027 and phased bans on intentionally added PFAS in consumer products starting in 2028. Companies must prepare for rigorous supply chain transparency and product reformulations to mitigate the risk of market exclusion and significant civil penalties.

12 Mar 2026, 12:45search-prod.lis.state.oh.usUnited States

Ukraine Establishes Two-Year eTobacco Pilot for Electronic Reporting of Tobacco Ingredients and Emissions

Ukraine has launched a two-year "eTobacco" pilot project requiring electronic reporting of tobacco ingredients and emissions, effective February 26, 2026. This initiative aligns Ukraine’s reporting regime with EU standards, increasing transparency and compliance obligations for manufacturers and importers.

12 Mar 2026, 09:56eping.wto.orgUkraine

California Assembly Amends AB 1901 on Children’s Diaper Ingredient Disclosure

California is advancing AB 1901, requiring full ingredient disclosure for children’s diapers through online platforms by 2028 and on-pack labeling by 2029. Manufacturers must prepare for increased supply chain transparency and potential brand scrutiny as chemical composition becomes a mandatory public disclosure.

12 Mar 2026, 09:47leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

Canada Health Canada Clarifies Optional Fragrance-Allergen Concentration Reporting on Cosmetic Notification Form

Health Canada will transition to optional concentration reporting for fragrance allergens in cosmetic notifications starting April 2026. While administrative burdens are reduced, companies must maintain rigorous internal tracking to meet ongoing labeling obligations and specific ingredient restrictions.

11 Mar 2026, 11:50laws-lois.justice.gc.caCanada

EU Commission Issues Standardisation Request to Revise EN IEC 63000 for RoHS

The European Commission has ordered a revision of the EN IEC 63000 standard to tighten technical documentation and compliance evidence for RoHS. This development signals a shift toward mandatory analytical testing for high-risk materials and enhanced digital transparency requirements for product market access.

9 Mar 2026, 20:06ec.europa.euEuropean UnionEuropean Economic Area

European Commission Reply to Dutch Parliament on REACH Revision

The European Commission issued a formal response to the Dutch Parliament in March 2026, signaling the strategic priorities for the upcoming REACH Regulation revision. Businesses should prepare for a policy direction that emphasizes streamlined supply chain data sharing, stricter enforcement, and an accelerated shift toward alternative testing methods.

9 Mar 2026, 17:47ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Michigan Senate Bill 816 (2026) – Proposed PFAS Product Reporting Requirements for Manufacturers

Michigan has introduced legislation (SB 816) to mandate manufacturer reporting for products containing PFAS. This proposal increases regulatory pressure on supply chain transparency and signals potential future restrictions on PFAS-containing products in the state.

5 Mar 2026, 06:59legislature.mi.govUnited States

3M Reports Completing PFAS Manufacturing Exit While Maintaining PFAS-Containing Products

3M has confirmed the completion of its PFAS manufacturing exit as of year-end 2025, marking a pivotal shift in the global supply of fluorinated substances. Downstream manufacturers must now manage residual PFAS dependencies in complex components while bracing for intensified scrutiny on corporate chemical footprints.

3 Mar 2026, 20:02chemsec.orgUnited StatesGlobal

California Assembly Introduces AB 2013, AB 2026 and AB 2034 on Fire-Risk Water Planning, Groundwater Recharge and Food Additives

California introduced AB 2034 in February 2026, proposing a strict state-level licensing and disclosure regime for food additives and dietary ingredients. If enacted, this signals a significant shift toward independent state oversight, requiring manufacturers to navigate California-specific ingredient approvals and public transparency mandates beyond federal requirements.

25 Feb 2026, 09:58leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

Minnesota Environment Panel Debates PFAS Reporting Deadline and Future Product Ban Under Amara’s Law

Minnesota lawmakers are weighing industry calls to delay the July 2026 PFAS reporting deadline following technical issues with the state's mandatory disclosure system. The state's firm stance on its 2032 total product ban reinforces the need for immediate supply chain mapping to mitigate long-term market access risks.

24 Feb 2026, 20:09house.mn.govUnited States