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Vietnam’s Regulatory Reset Raises Near-Term Risks for Global Businesses
Vietnam is undergoing a sweeping regulatory reset. Government restructuring, a new chemicals framework, risk-based product controls, digital labeling and expanding producer responsibility are changing how companies manufacture, import and sell products in the country. For businesses, the biggest challenge may not be any single rule—but the speed at which the entire compliance landscape is changing.
Taiwan proposes controls on six chemicals, targeting food-safety risks, bisphenols, and industrial misuse
Taiwan is proposing new controls on six chemicals, including bisphenol B, bisphenol F, C.I. Pigment Red 3, Para Red, MMMP and GBL, with new approval, reporting, recordkeeping and labelling requirements and compliance deadlines beginning in 2027.
Australia’s compliance deadline hits cosmetics, green tea extracts, and marine paints
Australia’s 1 October 2026 deadline will require new label statements for cosmetics containing BPA glycidyl dimethacrylate or BPA glycidyl diacrylate, liver warnings for high-dose green tea extracts and a lower lead limit for anti-fouling paints.
Australia tightens controls on retinal as cosmetic safety concerns grow
Australia now requires pre-market assessment for retinal used in cosmetics and other consumer products after AICIS identified developmental toxicity concerns. A related evaluation also flagged potential risks from cumulative exposure to retinol and several retinol esters in skincare and personal-care products.
Philippines adds 81 chemicals to national inventory
The Philippines has added 81 chemicals to PICCS, exempting listed substances from the PMPIN process while leaving other regulatory controls in place. Companies should verify chemical names and CAS numbers carefully, especially as the official portal had not yet reflected the new entries at the time of publication.
Philippines introduces bill mandating recycling label
Philippines House Bill No. 9281 would require recycling labels, material disclosures, disposal instructions, and substantiated packaging claims.
Vietnam cuts EPR contribution rates and simplifies extended producer filings for batteries, electronics, packaging, and other consumer products
Vietnam has lowered several EPR recycling contribution rates, consolidated producer filings and shifted administrative costs away from the Fs calculation under Circular 24/2026. The changes affect packaging, batteries, electronics, vehicles and other covered products.
Singapore confirms 2026 ban on Chlorpyrifos, MCCPs and LC -PFCAs under Stockholm Convention
Singapore will ban chlorpyrifos, MCCPs and LC-PFCAs from December 2026, aligning with global Stockholm Convention controls.
Japan seeks to restrict 117 PFHxS substances under Chemical Substances Control Law
Japan proposes PFHxS ban under CSCL, covering 117 substances, with restrictions on manufacture, import, and use starting June 2026.
New Zealand phases out PFAS and imposes restrictions on additional chemicals in cosmetic products
New Zealand cosmetics rule revisions took effect 1 January 2026, banning PFAS, lilial, and deoxyarbutin in cosmetics.
Taiwan requires mandatory ROHS and EMC certification for electric handheld power tools, lithium batteries, and EV chargers
Taiwan requires mandatory EMC and ROHS certification and inspection for handheld power tools. Compliance deadlines commence on
Philippines proposes to add new chemicals to its national chemical inventory
Proposed changes to PICCS would add 140 chemicals, easing notification requirements for manufacturers and importers.
China to require ROHS compliance for more EEE products
China proposes to expand RoHS coverage under GB 26572-2025, adding new EEE categories, updating exemptions, and introducing stricter compliance and labeling rules. Public comments close on 2 Dec 2025.
Vietnam consults on new requirements for chemicals and chemical products
Vietnam is finalizing a comprehensive reform of its chemical control system. On 30 October 2025, the Vietnam Chemicals Agency (Vinachemia) issued a draft Circular implementing the Law on Chemicals (No. 69/2025/QH15), following consultations on decree on implementation and administrative penalties.
Indonesia to restrict PFAS and Bisphenol in food packaging
BPOM has completed consultation on a new regulation updating substance limits in food-contact materials — set to replace Regulation 20/2019. The draft regulation sets to limit the use of Bisphenol A, S and PFAS in food packaging.
Japan proposes to allow alternative names in SDS to protect trade secrets
Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) has proposed to allow the use of alternative chemical names in Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) to protect confidential business information (CBI).
Time is ticking for mandatory PFAS reporting in Australia
Australia launches PFAS review, requiring AICIS registrants to report imports and uses of 522 PFAS substances.
Australia bans DBDPE, mercury in products and restricts other hazardous chemicals
Australia’s DCCEEW bans the use of decabromodiphenyl ethane (DBDPE, CAS 84852-53-9) starting on 1 January 2027 and mercury compounds starting on 1 July 2026.
Vietnam’s revamped Chemical Law leaves companies with uncertainties
The new Chemical Law law requires mandatory disclosure of hazardous substances in products, notification of new chemicals but provide little details on implementation.
South Korea consults on labelling of biocidal and household chemical products
The Ministry of Environment launched a public consultation, on 30 May 2025, to amend a number of labelling requirements for biocidal products in South Korea. The agency also launched a separate consultation in early May that affects the labelling of household chemicals.