Skin Irritation / Corrosion

ECHA Opens CLP Harmonised Classification Consultation For Maleic Acid

From 20 April 2026 ECHA is consulting on a proposal to tighten the harmonised CLP classification of maleic acid, upgrading it from irritant to corrosive to skin and seriously damaging to eyes while confirming acute oral toxicity. If adopted, this will force updates to classifications, labelling, and safety data sheets for maleic acid and its mixtures, with knock-on impacts on packaging, workplace controls, and downstream product portfolios.

24 Apr 2026, 11:57echa.europa.euEuropean Union

England and Wales: Home Office Issues 2025 to 2026 Grant for Trading Standards Enforcement of Offensive Weapons Act 2019 Corrosive Products Provisions

The UK Home Office has confirmed nearly £1.8 million in funding for Trading Standards to enforce corrosive product sales and delivery restrictions through March 2026. Retailers and logistics providers face heightened risk of test purchases and compliance audits as authorities prioritize age-restricted hazardous substance controls.

4 Apr 2026, 10:56gov.ukUnited Kingdom

EU CLH Intention Announced for 1,1,3,3-Tetramethyldisiloxane

Belgium has notified ECHA of its intention to propose harmonised classification for 1,1,3,3-tetramethyldisiloxane, with a formal dossier expected by mid-2027. Proposed classifications for reproductive toxicity and irritation signal future tightening of hazard communication requirements and potential downstream restrictions for this siloxane.

30 Mar 2026, 12:18echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU CLP: Intention to Harmonise Classification and Labelling of Aminoguanidinium Hydrogen Carbonate (EC 219-956-7, CAS 2582-30-1)

Belgium has notified an intention to harmonise the hazard classification of aminoguanidinium hydrogen carbonate with a formal proposal due by mid-2027. A confirmed classification for reproductive toxicity would mandate significant labelling updates and likely trigger automatic restrictions for consumer and professional market access.

30 Mar 2026, 12:10echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU EFSA Publishes Scientific Opinion On Renewal Of Clinacox 0.5% (Diclazuril) For Chickens

EFSA has issued a favorable scientific opinion supporting the renewal of the feed additive diclazuril for poultry. This assessment secures a path for continued market access while reinforcing the need for rigorous worker protection and potential future environmental data submissions.

26 Mar 2026, 11:49efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.comEuropean Union

US FDA Warns of Serious Skin Reactions With Onfi (Clobazam) and Approves Label Changes

The US FDA has mandated immediate label updates for the anti-seizure medication clobazam following reports of severe and potentially fatal skin reactions. Pharmaceutical manufacturers must prioritize labeling compliance and safety communication updates to mitigate significant liability risks and ensure continued market access.

25 Mar 2026, 21:34fda.govUnited States

India BIS Consults on Draft First Revision of Chlorosulphonic Acid Safety Code

India is revising its national safety code for chlorosulphonic acid to modernize handling, storage, and emergency protocols for the substance. Impacted facilities must evaluate existing operational safety measures against the updated standards to ensure compliance with evolving hazardous chemical management requirements.

19 Mar 2026, 19:00standards.bis.gov.inIndia

China Notifies Draft Standard on Hazardous Properties Inspection of Corrosive Dangerous Goods

China has proposed a revised national standard for the inspection and classification of corrosive dangerous goods to align with the latest international transport and testing criteria. Businesses must prepare for updated skin and metal corrosion testing protocols to ensure continued compliance with hazard classification and packaging requirements for the Chinese market.

18 Mar 2026, 18:40members.wto.orgChina

Great Britain: OPSS Issues Product Safety Report on Hania Bridal Henna Paste Containing Phenol

UK authorities have mandated the withdrawal of a cosmetic product from the market due to the presence of phenol, a prohibited substance under the GB Cosmetics Regulation. This enforcement action highlights the increasing scrutiny on ingredient compliance and the immediate operational risks associated with using prohibited substances in consumer products.

13 Mar 2026, 13:25gov.ukUnited Kingdom

EU Commission Authorises Patchouli Essential Oil Feed Additive for All Animal Species Under Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/528

EU Implementing Regulation 2026/528 authorises patchouli essential oil as a sensory feed additive for all animal species effective April 2026. Manufacturers must update labels and safety protocols to meet new identification and worker protection standards by the October 2026 transitional deadline.

12 Mar 2026, 17:29eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

ECHA RAC Opinion on Harmonised CLP Classification for 2-Amino-2-Methylpropanol (CAS 124-68-5)

ECHA's Risk Assessment Committee has recommended upgrading the harmonised classification of 2-amino-2-methylpropanol to include reproductive toxicity Category 1B and skin corrosion. Formal adoption by the European Commission would mandate label updates and potentially trigger automatic bans in consumer products or stricter workplace safety requirements.

11 Mar 2026, 11:52echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Adopts Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/460 Renewing Thiamine Feed Additives For All Animal Species

The European Union has renewed the authorization for thiamine-based feed additives until 2036, introducing stricter purity standards and new hazard classifications for worker safety. Manufacturers must update workplace safety protocols and labeling to address newly identified sensitization risks while managing phased inventory transitions through 2028.

4 Mar 2026, 15:00eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EFSA Assesses Safety and Efficacy of Zinc-Lysinate Sulfate Feed Additive for All Animal Species

EFSA has confirmed the efficacy of zinc-lysinate sulfate as a feed additive while highlighting critical data gaps regarding consumer safety and marine environmental impacts. Companies should prepare for potential delays in market authorization and stringent workplace safety requirements to mitigate respiratory and dermal exposure risks.

1 Mar 2026, 12:10efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU EFSA FEEDAP Panel Issues Opinion on Renewal of Coated Granulated Cobalt(II) Carbonate Feed Additive

EFSA has flagged safety data gaps for coating agents in cobalt(II) carbonate feed additives, stalling a definitive safety conclusion for consumers and the environment. This development signals potential regulatory delays or the imposition of stricter handling and labeling requirements for specific granulated product formulations.

28 Feb 2026, 13:34efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

EFSA FEEDAP Opinion on Renewal and Extension of Belfeed B MP/ML Feed Additive for All Poultry Species and Swine

EFSA has issued a positive safety opinion for the renewal and expanded use of the Belfeed B MP/ML feed additive across all poultry and swine species. This paves the way for formal EU market re-authorization while signaling stricter requirements for microbial contamination monitoring and worker protection against respiratory sensitization.

28 Feb 2026, 13:29efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

EFSA FEEDAP Panel Issues Opinion on Renewal of Benzoic Acid (4d210, VevoVitall®) Feed Additive Authorisation for Porcine Species

EFSA issued a scientific opinion in February 2026 supporting the renewal of benzoic acid as a feed additive for porcine species, confirming its safety for animals and consumers. While existing usage levels remain unchanged, businesses must maintain strict occupational safety protocols and personal protective equipment to manage the substance's irritant properties.

28 Feb 2026, 13:25efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.comEuropean Union

China Drafts GB Standards To Align With GHS Rev. 11

China is updating eight mandatory GB 30000 standards to align national chemical hazard classification and labeling with UN GHS Revision 11. Businesses should prepare for mandatory reassessments of chemical portfolios and significant updates to safety data sheets and product labels to ensure continued market access.

23 Feb 2026, 20:42std.samr.gov.cnChina

Flowchem UK Fined £50,000 After Agency Worker Suffers Chemical Burns

The UK Health and Safety Executive has fined a chemical manufacturer £50,000 following a workplace injury involving corrosive substances and systemic safety failures. This enforcement signals a strict regulatory focus on the adequacy of COSHH risk assessments, particularly regarding decanting procedures, language-appropriate training, and emergency response infrastructure.

16 Feb 2026, 19:29press.hse.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

US EPA Confirms Sodium Aluminate Spill in Garnett, Kansas

The US EPA has designated a major sodium aluminate spill in Kansas as a hazardous waste event under RCRA due to the substance's extreme corrosivity. This enforcement action highlights the immediate liability and remediation risks for chemical transporters when industrial spills meet federal hazardous waste criteria.

31 Jan 2026, 18:47epa.govUnited States

US EPA Receives TSCA Section 21 Petition on Chemicals in Consumer Liquid Laundry Detergents

The US EPA is evaluating a formal petition to restrict surfactants and 1,4-dioxane impurities in consumer laundry detergents under TSCA, with a response deadline in April 2026. A successful petition would trigger mandatory skin irritation labeling and strict impurity disclosure requirements, necessitating a review of product formulations and hazard communication strategies.

31 Jan 2026, 17:09epa.govUnited States