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Transitioning to Animal-Free Chemical Safety: Challenges and Opportunities for the European Roadmap
The panel discussion, titled "Challenges to implement the Commission’s roadmap to end animal testing," brought together key voices from the OECD, ECHA, EPA, and NGOs to discuss how to bridge the gap between current regulatory requirements and a future defined by New Approach Methodologies (NAMs).
Apr 21, 2026
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Aligning Battery and Recycling Regulations: A Strategic Imperative for Europe’s Critical Materials
At the Helsinki Chemical Forum 2026, held on April 15, a panel of experts convened to discuss the alignment of battery and recycling regulations to maximize the reuse of these essential materials. The discussion highlighted that while the EU Battery Regulation is a global trailblazer, significant hurdles remain in its practical implementation. The panel, moderated by Raymond (Director at REACH24H/ChemLinked), brought together voices from industry associations, research institutions, and the European Commission to bridge the gap between regulatory ambition and industrial reality.
Apr 21, 2026
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Singapore Phases Out 6 Mercury-Added Products
On April 20, 2026, Singapore’s National Environment Agency (NEA) announced that six mercury-added lighting products would be regulated as 'Hazardous Substances' under the Environmental Protection and Management Act 1999 (EPMA). The policy update mandates a phased prohibition on the import, export, and manufacture of these specific mercury-added products, with regulatory deadlines taking effect on January 1, 2027, and January 1, 2028.
Apr 21, 2026
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[Updated] Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals (AIIC) Updates in 2026
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.
Apr 20, 2026
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Don't Be Fooled by Vietnam's Draft NCI: Why Listed Does Not Mean Safe
In recent years, Vietnam is rapidly overhauling its chemical management framework, starting with a new chemical law (Law on Chemicals No. 69/2025/QH15) passed in June 2025, and ensued the supporting implementation decrees and circulars published on January 17, 2026 for guidance (Click here for more).
Apr 17, 2026
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China Releases Industrial Products Green Design Guidelines (2026)
On 17 April 2026, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) General Office, together with the General Offices of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), Ministry of Education (MOE), Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) and State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), officially released the Industrial Products Green Design Guidelines (2026). The Guidelines set out overarching principles and key focus areas for green (ecological) design across the full life cycle of industrial products, aiming to reduce resource consumption and environmental impacts while safeguarding product performance, quality, and safety.
Apr 17, 2026
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South Korea Introduces Temporary Fast-Track for Chemical Registration to Address Supply Chain Disruptions
The MCEE has applied this temporary special exemption early, effective April 10, 2026, through an active administration review board, while the formal amendment to the K-REACH Enforcement Rules is being finalized.
Apr 17, 2026
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Japan to Extend Confidentiality Period for Low-Risk New Chemicals
On March 11, 2026, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW), Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), and Ministry of the Environment (MOE) jointly announced a proposal to amend the ministerial ordinance concerning the public notice of names of new chemical substances under Article 4, Paragraph 5 of the Chemical Substances Control Law (CSCL). The authorities have initiated a public consultation period for these proposed changes, which will remain open until April 10, 2026.
Apr 17, 2026
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China Ink Industry Prepares for New Mandatory Heavy Metal Limits: Q&A Insights from Official GB Implementation Seminar
The National Ink Standardization Technical Committee recently hosted a high-profile seminar to promote the implementation of the newly released mandatory national standard, GB 46997-2025, "Limits of Certain Heavy Metals in Printing Ink." The event brought together industry experts, manufacturers, and testing institutions to decode the technical requirements and address practical challenges ahead of the standard’s official enforcement on January 1, 2027.
Apr 17, 2026
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China Designates 5 New Hazardous Chemicals
On April 16, 2026, China's Ministry of Emergency Management (MEM), in conjunction with nine other national regulatory authorities, jointly published Announcement No. 3 of 2026, officially adding five new substances to the Inventory of Hazardous Chemicals.
Apr 16, 2026
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Vietnam Law on Chemicals (69/2025/QH15)
Vietnam's National Assembly has recently enacted Law No. 69/2025/QH15 on Chemicals, effective January 1, 2026. This new legislation significantly overhauls the country's chemical management, introducing key changes to bolster safety, sustainable and synchronous industry development.
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