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China Notifies WTO of 7 New Mandatory National Standards on Dangerous Goods Road Transport
On December 31, 2025, China’s Ministry of Transport (MOT) issued a notice initiating a public consultation on a comprehensive series of seven mandatory national standards titled GB XXXXX-XXXX Regulations Concerning Road Transport of Dangerous Goods. This regulatory package covers the entire lifecycle of dangerous goods road transport, ranging from classification and packaging to consignment and operational handling. Industry stakeholders and experts are invited to submit their comments and feedback to the drafting committee by March 3, 2026.
Feb 11, 2026
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Vietnam Promulgates New Decree on Narcotics and Precursors Lists
On January 19, 2026, the Government of Vietnam issued and immediately implemented Decree No. 28/2026/ND-CP, establishing new “Lists of narcotics and precursors.” This decree supersedes previous regulations, specifically Decree No. 57/2022/ND-CP and Decree No. 90/2024/ND-CP, to consolidate and update the regulatory framework regarding controlled substances.
Feb 10, 2026
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China Proposes Stricter Controls on Harmful Substances in Industrial Products, Including PFAS and VOC
China is soliciting public comments until 1 March 2026 on major revisions to mandatory national standards for prohibited/restricted substances in artificial leather and harmful substances in adhesives, which will tighten limits, expand chemical control scope (including PFAS and VOC), and unify compliance requirements for related industries.
Feb 10, 2026
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Vietnam Issues New Resolution on Food Packaging Declaration
On January 27, 2026, Vietnam issued Resolution No. 66.13/2026/NQ-CP, setting out new rules for the declaration and registration of food products and food-contact packaging materials, including testing and transitional arrangements, with the resolution taking effect from April 16, 2026.
Feb 09, 2026
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Vietnam Issues New Decree Mandating Conformity Registration for Food Contact Materials
On January 26, 2026, Vietnam issued Decree No. 46/2026/ND-CP to implement the Law on Food Safety, detailing new requirements for conformity declarations of primary food packaging, food safety certification obligations, inspection of imported packaging materials, and a 12‑month transitional period for compliance.
Feb 09, 2026
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ECHA Introduces Two Hazardous Chemicals to SVHC List
On February 4, 2026, ECHA has confirmed the addition of n-hexane and 4,4'-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]diphenol and its salts to the Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHC). The list now contains 253 entries, some of which are groups of chemicals so the overall number of impacted chemicals is higher.
Feb 06, 2026
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EU Commission Issues Amendments to BPA Regulation for Food Contact Materials
On February 3, 2026, the European Commission released Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/250 in the Official Journal of the European Union, correcting Regulation (EU) 2024/3190 on the use of bisphenol A (BPA) and other bisphenols in food contact materials by clarifying terminology, analytical methods, confidentiality requirements, and updating transitional deadlines for placing BPA-containing articles on the EU market.
Feb 06, 2026
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Thailand Proposes Single Gateway for Transit of 18 Hazardous Substances
The proposal requires that the transit of 18 designated chemical substances, which fall under the responsibility of the DIW, must occur exclusively through the Laem Chabang Port Customs House. The public consultation period is currently active and is scheduled to conclude on February 16, 2026.
Feb 05, 2026
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UK Defra Unveils Comprehensive PFAS Plan
On February 3, 2026, the UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) published a comprehensive PFAS plan, outlining a strategic framework to manage risks associated with per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The plan details a three-pillar approach—understanding sources, tackling pathways, and reducing exposure—and signals imminent regulatory actions under UK REACH and the Stockholm Convention to restrict specific PFAS uses and tighten industrial emission controls.
Feb 05, 2026
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The Philippines Consults on New Regulatory Guidelines for Food Contact Articles for Prepackaged Processed Food Products
On February 3, 2026, the Philippines Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a draft Administrative Order on general guidelines for the regulatory compliance of food contact articles used for prepackaged processed food products, detailing safety standards on chemical migration, documentation, traceability and labeling requirements, and providing a 12‑month transition period after the order takes effect.
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