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Philippines FDA Proposes Phased, Risk-Based Facilitated Registration Pathway for Household/Urban Hazardous Substances (HUHS) Products
On June, 1, 2026, the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA), through the Center for Cosmetics and Household/Urban Hazardous Substances Regulation and Research (CCHUHSRR), released a draft FDA Order concerning Adoption of a Phased Implementation Framework for the Facilitated Registration Pathway of Household/Urban Hazardous Substances (HUHS) Products.
Jun 04, 2026
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Taiwan to Designate Second Batch of 9 PECs with a Revamped Registration Framework
On May 21, 2026, the Chemicals Administration of Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment (MOENV) held a seminar to unveil plans for designating nine priority existing chemical substances (PECs) subject to the second phase of PECs registration under Taiwan REACH. The seminar also outlined the detailed designation criteria and future management frameworks.
Jun 03, 2026
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | May 2026
In May 2026, China updated the catalog for precursor chemical exports to specific countries and revised the China RoHS regulated product and exemption lists. Taiwan updated its dangerous goods rules for air transport, issued non-animal testing guidelines under Taiwan REACH, and consulted on GHS labeling and hazard communication amendments. South Korea amended the K-REACH Enforcement Decree to improve dispute resolution on shared registration data and representative transitions. Japan officially designated chlorpyrifos, MCCP, and long-chain PFCA as Class I Specified Chemical Substances under CSCL. Thailand consulted on updates to its hazardous substances list for CWC compliance, Vietnam moved forward with draft controls for medium- and high-risk chemical products and explosive-related ammonium nitrate standards. The EU proposed new REACH restrictions on PHT and also considered stricter limits on CMRs in childcare products. The USA proposed strict new use rules for cobalt lithium manganese nickel oxide in batteries, advanced PFAS and TSCA actions.
Jun 03, 2026
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China Updates Catalog for Precursor Chemicals Exports to Specific Countries
The regulatory update demonstrates China’s continuous efforts to strengthen the export management of precursor chemicals and prevent the diversion of specific chemical substances into illicit channels in targeted global regions.
Jun 03, 2026
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Vietnam Promulgates Draft List of Medium and High-Risk Chemical Products for Enhanced Quality Management
On May 27, 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) of Vietnam notified the WTO a draft Circular promulgating a list of medium-risk and high-risk products and goods.
Jun 02, 2026
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South Korea’s NICS Discloses Hazard Assessment Results of 79 New Chemicals Registered Under K-REACH
The NICS publicizes the hazard assessment results for 79 registered new chemical substances, the modification of hazard assessment results for 34 previously listed new chemical substances and 13 previously listed existing chemical substances, the modification of given numbers for 18 previously listed existing chemicals due to the acquisition of supplementary data, and the adjustment of hazard information on one previously listed existing chemical substance.
Jun 01, 2026
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Vietnam Chemical Agency Issues Guidelines on Law on Chemicals Implementation
Vietnam Chemical Agency recently issued Official Letter No. 813/HC-CNHC, providing its opinions to resolve specific issues on the implementation of the Law on Chemicals raised by the Customs.
May 29, 2026
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Singapore Revises Container Size Restrictions for Road Transportation of Hazardous Substances
On May 12, 2026, the Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) issued a circular announcing a revision to the container size restrictions for the road transportation of hazardous substances (HS).
May 29, 2026
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[Updated] Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals (AIIC): Addition of One Chemical
If a chemical is listed in AIIC only with chemical identity information (CAS number and name), introducers (importers/manufacturers) registered with the AICIS Business Services Portal can directly introduce the chemical.
May 29, 2026
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China RoHS Updates Regulated Product List and Exemption List
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) of China has just released the Qualification Management Catalogue and the Application Exemption List (2026 Version) for the restriction of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic products (China RoHS).
May 28, 2026
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Stay informed and up-to-date with the latest news and developments in PFAS regulations here. This dedicated resource is designed to provide you with valuable information and timely updates on the ever-evolving landscape of PFAS regulations.
Vietnam Law on Chemicals (69/2025/QH15)
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