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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | August 2025
In August of 2025, China published the draft revision of GHS labeling standard (GB 15258), which aims to implement hazardous QR code requirements. South Korea revised its GHS standard to align with K-REACH updates. Japan issued draft amendments to CSCL Enforcement Guidelines. Vietnam unveiled the time schedule for releasing the implementation regulation detailing its new Law on Chemicals. In Europe, ECHA released the updated PFAS Restriction Proposal but later announced to leave out the Committee’s assessment for 8 sectors. The U.S. IRS annoucned to update the list of taxable substances to introduce 21 new substances set to be effective on Jan 1, 2026.
Sep 01, 2025
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | July 2025
In July of 2025, China made public the content of GB 30000.30-2025 Rules for classification and labelling of chemicals - Part 30: Desensitized explosives. South Korea proposed updates to several important chemical inventories. Japan solicited comments on the proposed revisions to JIS Z 7252 and JIS Z 7253. Thailand issued the List of Hazardous Substances (No.8). Singapore introduced mandatory chemical reporting framework to monitor chemicals that are imported or manufactured but not currently regulated. Australia updated inventory terms of 2,297 chemicals for SIR compliance under AICIS. UK proposed extensions for transitional registration submission deadlines under UK REACH.
Aug 04, 2025
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | June 2025
In June 2025, China enhances export control of dual-use items; China Taiwan sets import ban on NP/NPEO-containing detergents; Vietnam National Assembly voted to pass the Law on Chemicals amended; Philippines releases draft Chemical Control Order for benzene; EU bans two CMR under REACH and introduces three chemicals to SVHC list; U.S. EPA delays implementation of certain provisions for Final Risk Management Rules for TCE.
Jul 01, 2025
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | May 2025
In May of 2025, China MEE officer introduced the legislative progress of the Ecological and Environmental Code at the press. The Philippines proposed to add 81 chemicals to PICCS List. Brazil officially released a draft implementing regulation to Law No.15, 022 (Brazil REACH). Ukraine MEPR released template for pre-registration under Ukraine REACH. The Europe Commission adopted amendment to POPs regulations concerning UV-328 and PFOA.
Jun 03, 2025
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | April 2025
In April of 2025, China released draft mandatory RoHS standard to align with China RoHS 2. South Korea proposed to update hazard risk assessment results of existing and new chemicals under K-REACH. Australia proposed risk management measures for 6 industrial chemicals. New Zealand banned Dechlorane Plus, UV-328 and Methoxychlor. EU restricted PAHs in clays for target shooting.
Apr 30, 2025
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | March 2025
In March of 2025, China consulted on the new mandatory national standard GB 30000.30 for desensitized explosives. South Korea launched self-reporting policy for violations under K-REACH, providing penalty exemptions. Japan is revising the Industrial Safety and Health Law (ISHL) to strengthen worker protection. Thailand MOI notified WTO of the List of Hazardous Substances (No.8) (Draft). Australia expanded control scope of precursor chemicals. UK REACH fees and charges have been adjusted and took effect from April 1, 2025. Canada proposed plans of nationwide PFAS phase-out.
Apr 01, 2025
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | February 2025
In February of 2025, China announced to impose export controls on dual-use items related to tungsten, tellurium, bismuth, molybdenum and indium. Japan publicly consulted on the designation of three new priority chemical substances under CSCL. Korea unveiled draft revision to K-REACH Implementation DECREE. Australia initiated public consultation on information requirements for PFAS assessments. EU proposed to amend UTC limit values for PCB and PBDE under POPs regulation. UK revised GB Mandatory Classification and Labeling List. France passed national PFAS Legislation for cosmetics, wax product and textile clothing.
Mar 03, 2025
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | January 2025
In January of 2025, China invited the public to consult on the proposal of adding 7 substances in IECSC. New registration tonnage band (1 t/y) under K-REACH came into force. Vietnam released new regulations on road transport of dangerous goods. Australia added 7 chemicals in AIIC in January 2025. The Philippines added 161 new chemicals to PICCS list. Chile unveiled its first national chemical inventory. ECHA introduced 40 hazardous chemicals to PIC Regulation and added 5 hazardous substances to the Candidate List. The U.S. EPA added 9 PFAS to the Toxic Release Inventory.
Feb 08, 2025
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | December 2024
In December of 2024, China released the draft Law on Hazardous Chemicals Safety for public consultation. Japan banned UV-328, Methoxychlor, and Dechlorane Plus starting from February 18, 2025. Thailand DIW proposed to regulate Dechlorane Plus and UV-328 as Type-3 Hazardous Substances. Australia prohibited the manufacture, import, export, or use of HCB, PCBs, and PCTs from July 1, 2025. EU Consults on Reporting Requirements of Microplastics Restriction under REACH.
Jan 06, 2025
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Global Chemical Regulation Highlights | November 2024
In November of 2024, China’s draft law on hazardous substances safety was approved to be submitted to the NPCSC for deliberation. Taiwan revised 10 standards to adopt UN GHS Rev.8. Japan listed 138 PFOA-related compounds as Class I specified chemicals. Korea proposed updates to the Toxic Chemical Substances List and GHS Classification List. Singapore announced exemptions from prohibitions on Dechlorane Plus and UV-328. The EU revised CLP regulations on substances and mixtures. The U.S. EPA finalized Revisions to PBT rules for decaBDE and PIP (3:1) under TSCA.
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