Tyres

EU And US Consider Restrictions On Tyre Additive 6PPD Over Salmon Toxicity

EU regulators and a pending US court decision (May 2026) are driving toward a potential ban on the tyre antioxidant 6PPD due to severe aquatic toxicity. Tyre and rubber manufacturers face imminent litigation risk and the urgent need to validate non-toxic alternatives to maintain market access.

7 Apr 2026, 08:45sciencelink.netEuropean UnionNetherlandsAustriaUnited States

England Environment Agency Progress Update on Waste Pneumatic Tyre Export Controls (March 2026)

The Environment Agency is expanding its rigorous waste tyre export compliance regime to all "Green List" waste shipments starting July 2026, following successful enforcement actions in the India trade route. Exporters face increased operational risk and reporting burdens, with mandatory digital tracking and stricter "environmentally sound" destination standards becoming the new baseline for market access.

2 Apr 2026, 10:18gov.ukUnited Kingdom

U.S. Commerce Initiates AD/CVD Administrative Reviews Covering Sodium Nitrite and Other Products

The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated administrative reviews of antidumping and countervailing duty orders for various products, including sodium nitrite from India, with final results expected by February 2027. Affected importers and manufacturers must meet strict procedural deadlines in Q2 2026 to contest or preserve duty rates, directly impacting supply chain costs and market competitiveness.

2 Apr 2026, 09:33federalregister.govUnited States

Connecticut House Marks Pesticide Reporting And Climate Superfund Bills Ready For Floor Action

Connecticut has advanced a suite of environmental bills, including pesticide reporting and climate superfund measures, to the House floor for final debate. This signals a likely shift toward stricter chemical reporting requirements and new liability frameworks for climate impacts, requiring immediate monitoring for operational and financial risk.

2 Apr 2026, 08:50cga.ct.govUnited States

Norway Implements EU 19th Sanctions Package Against Russia

Norway has implemented the EU’s 19th sanctions package, imposing immediate and phased restrictions on Russian LNG, chemicals, electronics, and industrial goods. Impacted firms must urgently audit supply chains and update compliance screening to address expanded export bans and new prohibitions on energy-related services.

29 Mar 2026, 06:01regjeringen.noNorwayEuropean Union

EU Publishes Updated Tyre Rolling Resistance Alignment Equations For 2026–2027

The EU has implemented updated rolling resistance reference equations for tyre labelling, effective March 2, 2026, for the 2026–2027 period. Manufacturers must adopt these new calibration standards and the 2026 alignment guidelines to ensure accurate fuel efficiency ratings and compliance with EPREL registration requirements.

27 Mar 2026, 08:27energy-efficient-products.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Alabama ADEM Proposes Major Modification to Chambers County Landfill Permit

Alabama's environmental agency (ADEM) has proposed a major permit modification to expand the Chambers County industrial landfill's disposal footprint by over 40%. This expansion secures regional waste capacity for specific industrial streams, including fiberglass and foundry waste, while signaling a regulatory willingness to grant site-specific engineering variances for closure.

25 Mar 2026, 21:35adem.alabama.govUnited States

US EPA Proposes NHSM Amendments To Classify Recovered Scrap Tires As Non-Waste Fuel In Cement Kilns

The US EPA proposes reclassifying recovered scrap tires as non-waste fuel for cement kilns to streamline the cleanup of abandoned tire piles. This shift reduces regulatory barriers and processing costs for cement manufacturers while supporting circular economy and energy recovery objectives.

25 Mar 2026, 21:27federalregister.govUnited States

US EPA Finalizes RACT Approval for Houston-Galveston-Brazoria Serious Ozone Nonattainment Area

The US EPA finalized the approval of VOC and NOx emission control requirements for the Houston-Galveston-Brazoria area, effective April 22, 2026. Industrial facilities must ensure continued compliance with existing Texas air rules, which are now federally enforceable as meeting "Reasonably Available Control Technology" standards.

24 Mar 2026, 13:42govinfo.govUnited States

US EPA Approves Texas RACT Revisions for VOC and NOₓ in Final SIP Action

The US EPA has finalized approval of Texas air plan revisions for VOC and NOx emissions in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, effective April 22, 2026. Major stationary sources must ensure alignment with updated RACT standards and monitoring protocols as state requirements become federally enforceable.

24 Mar 2026, 13:36govinfo.govUnited States

EU Commission Draft Delegated Regulation to Amend Annexes IV and V to Regulation (EU) 2019/1242 on Heavy-Duty Vehicle CO₂ Data Reporting

The European Commission has proposed expanded CO2 monitoring and reporting requirements for heavy-duty vehicles, trailers, and buses, targeting the 2025-2026 reporting cycle. Manufacturers and component suppliers face increased data disclosure obligations for vehicle systems, requiring enhanced supply chain transparency to meet new performance tracking and reference emission standards.

22 Mar 2026, 12:59eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Council Working Party Prepares Basel Convention Position On Tyres And POP Waste

The EU is coordinating its position for the June 2026 Basel Convention meeting, focusing on international waste controls for tyres and persistent organic pollutants (POPs). This signals a push for stricter global transboundary movement and disposal standards, requiring firms to monitor evolving waste management obligations for these materials.

21 Mar 2026, 16:16data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

France / EU: EEPLIANT4 Joint Market Surveillance Action Targets Eight Product Groups for Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Compliance

EU market surveillance authorities have launched the EEPLIANT4 joint action to conduct intensive testing on eight product categories for ecodesign and energy labelling compliance through 2029. Manufacturers face heightened enforcement risk as 22 countries coordinate inspections to identify non-compliant products and prepare for the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).

14 Mar 2026, 08:02economie.gouv.frEuropean UnionFrance

US EPA Proposes Connecticut SIP Revision for Algonquin Gas Transmission VOC RACT and Rubber Tire Manufacturing Negative Declaration

The US EPA proposed a Connecticut State Implementation Plan revision on March 13, 2026, to formalize VOC emission controls for gas transmission and confirm the absence of rubber tire manufacturing sources. This action federalizes specific leak detection and storage vessel standards for midstream operations while maintaining a regulatory exemption for the rubber tire industry based on current state activity.

13 Mar 2026, 06:29public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States

European Commission Highlights 2025 Study on Tyre Microplastic Impacts on Estuarine Crustaceans

The European Commission has formally highlighted new research confirming the significant ingestion and adhesion of tyre-wear microplastics by aquatic organisms. This endorsement signals a strengthening evidence base for future EU restrictions on tyre-wear emissions and associated chemical additives.

12 Mar 2026, 11:13pubs.acs.orgEuropean Union

UNECE WP.15 Proposes ADR 2027 Amendments on Electrified Vehicle Accessories and Tyre Pressure Monitoring

Proposed ADR 2027 amendments introduce new safety standards for auxiliary battery systems (BREESS) and clarify tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS) mandates for heavy vehicles. Manufacturers must ensure electrified bodywork accessories meet UN Regulation No. 100 safety criteria and prepare for mandatory TPMS on new O3/O4 trailers starting July 2027.

12 Mar 2026, 11:07docs.un.orgGlobal

Nebraska Releases Preliminary Draft Revisions To Title 132 And Title 126 Waste Management Rules

Nebraska has released preliminary draft revisions to consolidate and update its solid and hazardous waste management frameworks, with formal review expected in mid-2026. Businesses should prepare for a streamlined regulatory structure that reorganizes permitting, financial assurance, and disposal standards for special wastes, coal residuals, and hazardous substance releases.

11 Mar 2026, 17:21dee.nebraska.govUnited States

UN Regulation No 109 – Requirements For Retreaded Pneumatic Tyres For Commercial Vehicles

Updated UN Regulation No 109 entered into force in January 2026, establishing stricter technical and marking standards for the production of retreaded commercial vehicle tyres. Retreaders must transition to the 01 series of amendments to maintain market access, as legacy type approvals will be phased out by September 2028.

11 Mar 2026, 16:46eur-lex.europa.euGlobalEuropean Union

EU Publishes UN Regulation No 108 On Approval Of Retreaded Pneumatic Tyres (OJ L 2026/302)

The EU has published the consolidated UN Regulation No 108, incorporating the 01 series of amendments for retreaded pneumatic tyres effective January 2026. Manufacturers must transition to the 01 series standards by September 2025 for new approvals, ensuring compliance with stricter casing inspections and marking requirements to maintain market access.

10 Mar 2026, 12:19eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

California OEHHA Issues Final Synthetic Turf Risk Assessment

California's OEHHA has finalized its synthetic turf study, concluding that crumb rubber infill poses no significant health risks to athletes or spectators. While no new regulations are introduced, this scientific baseline provides critical legal and reputational defense for manufacturers and facility operators facing chemical safety scrutiny.

10 Mar 2026, 11:28oehha.ca.govUnited States