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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.
Philippines introduces bill mandating recycling label
Philippines House Bill No. 9281 would require recycling labels, material disclosures, disposal instructions, and substantiated packaging claims.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Consultation on Vietnam Draft Chemicals Law reveals opportunities and concerns for industries
Vietnam’s proposed overhaul of its 2007 Chemical Law aims to cut down on some regulatory burden, introduces green technology but also presents challenges for industry, especially on the ingredient disclosure requirements.
Philippines opens consultation on agrochemical controls under the Rotterdam and Stockholm Convention
Philippines seeks input on proposed listings of agrochemicals under the Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions, including fenthion, PFAS (LC-PFCA), paraquat and chlorpyrifos.
Philippines updates chemical inventory
The Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) has taken another step toward streamlining chemical oversight by expanding its national chemical inventory, lifting notification requirements for more than 160 substances.