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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.
New Jersey requires mandatory ingredient disclosure in menstrual products
New Jersey’s new law requires ingredient disclosure on menstrual product packaging and online. Manufacturers must comply by 12 July 2027.
New York’s Beauty Justice Act is given new life
New York advances proposed Beauty Justice Act to restrict toxic chemicals (borates, formaldehyde, orthophthalates, parabens, PFAS, xylanes) 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
France implements measurable PFAS limits across cosmetics, textiles, wax
France’s PFAS law now in force sets strict product bans and measurable limits for cosmetics, consumer apparel & footwear, wax, and textiles.
Ukraine extends deadlines for CLP and REACH compliance
Ukraine delays CLP and REACH deadlines to 2027–2033, giving industry more time for CL notification, substance registration, data sharing, and compliance.
UK confirms deadline extensions for chemical registration
UK delays REACH registration deadlines to 2029–2031, giving industry more time while maintaining compliance tracking obligations.
FDA Proposes First New Sunscreen Active Ingredient in Decades
FDA proposes adding bemotrizinol to U.S. sunscreens at 6%, compared with 10% limits already used in the EU, Japan and Canada.
New York bans PFAS, parabens, phthalates, talc and other chemicals in menstrual products
New York bans PFAS, lead, mercury, formaldehyde, phthalates, parabens, and talc in menstrual products by Dec 2026.
California to phase out MMA in nail products
California finalizes SCP rules for nail products with MMA, setting 2026 deadlines for reformulation or market exit.
New Jersey moves against PFAS: cosmetics, carpets and food packaging face 2028 Ban
New Jersey Moves Against PFAS: Cosmetics, Carpets and Food Packaging Face 2028 Ban
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.
US EPA Moves to Scale Back PFAS Reporting Rule for Products
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed to narrow PFAS reporting obligations under TSCA, offering long-anticipated exemptions for imported articles, impurities, byproducts, and PFAS below 0.1%. The agency is also considering raising the de minimis threshold to 1% and possibly shifting from a structural PFAS definition to a discrete list of named substances.
EU adds DBDPE to the SVHC List
ECHA adds DBDPE (CAS 84852-53-9) to the REACH Candidate List, expanding SVHCs to 251. Companies face new EU disclosure, ECHA & SCIP notification, and labeling duties under REACH and the Waste Framework Directive. Affective sectors include automotive, electrical & electronics, chemical and consumer products, medical device, textile, and toys.
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).