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California tightens court review of Proposition 65 settlements
California AB 2577 tightens court review of private Proposition 65 settlements, requiring a finding that settlements are in the public interest and provide a public benefit. The private enforcer bears the evidentiary burden, while new rules allow attorneys’ fee disputes to be resolved separately.
Taiwan aligns GHS requirements with Revision 8
Taiwan has aligned its hazardous chemical requirements with GHS Revision 8, introducing immediate changes to SDS thresholds, disclosure and enforcement while giving businesses until 1 January 2029 to complete major classification, labeling and SDS updates.
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.
Peru’s New GHS Rules: What companies need to know about classification, labels and safety Data Sheets
Peru’s new chemical regulation requires companies to self-classify substances, prepare Spanish GHS labels and safety data sheets, follow label sizing rules, manage small-container requirements and update documents when hazards change.
New Mexico approves sweeping PFAS Labeling Rule for Consumer Products
New Mexico mandates PFAS labels on most consumer products by 2027, creating the most comprehensive U.S. disclosure framework.
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.