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Japan Officially Designates Chlorpyrifos, MCCP, and Long-Chain PFCA as Class I Specified Chemical Substances
Following the public comment period in March of this year, the designation of the target substances as Class I Specified Chemical Substances and regulatory details, including products subject to import prohibition, have been officially determined.
May 25, 2026
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Taiwan Updates List of Dangerous Goods Which Are Transported by Air and Provisions for Dangerous Goods Carried by Passengers and Crew
On May 20, 2026, the Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) of Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) issued an updated List of Dangerous Goods Transported by Air and the related provisions for Dangerous Goods Carried by Passengers and Crew, which entered into force immediately.
May 22, 2026
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EPA Proposes Strict New Use Rules for Cobalt Lithium Manganese Nickel Oxide in Batteries
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has unveiled a significant new use rule (SNUR) proposal targeting a type of Mixed Metal Oxide (MMO) Cathode Active Material (CAM) used in battery application.
May 21, 2026
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South Korea Proposes Amendments to Specific Handling Standards for Hazardous Chemicals
On May 19, 2026, by NICS Notice No. 2026-42, South Korea’s National Institute of Chemical Safety (NICS) announced a proposed partial amendment to the Regulations on Specific Handling Standards for Hazardous Chemicals. The proposed updates aim to establish specific safety guidelines for 74 newly designated hazrdous substances (possessing Skin Corrosive Cat. 1B or 1C) and to enhance the handling protocols for Carbon Monoxide.
May 20, 2026
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Thailand DIW Consults on Updates to Hazardous Substances List for CWC Compliance
On May 14, 2026, Thailand’s Department of Industrial Works (DIW), operating under the Ministry of Industry, opened a public consultation on a draft amendment regarding the List of Hazardous Substances. The DIW intends to consolidate and update the categorization of chemicals controlled under the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), thereby aligning Thailand’s national regulatory framework with its international obligations.
May 20, 2026
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EU Proposes Stricter Limits on CMRs in Childcare Products
The European Commission has drafted a new regulation to significantly restrict the presence of carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic for reproduction (CMR) substances in childcare products. The draft Regulation and its Annex is now open for public consultation until June 5, 2026.
May 18, 2026
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Taiwan Issues Non-animal Testing Guidelines for Skin Sensitization under Taiwan REACH
On May 14, 2026, Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment (MOENV) released a new Guidance on Alternatives of Skin Sensitisation, alongside updates to the existing Guidance on Alternatives of Dermal Irritation/Corrosion, and Guidance on Alternatives of Eye Irritation. This publication provides chemical registrants with updated technical references to fulfill standard registration requirements using non-animal alternative testing methods under Taiwan’s New and Existing Chemical Registration Regulation.
May 18, 2026
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Minnesota Extends PFAS Reporting Deadline Until September 2026
The U.S. state of Minnesota has again postponed the deadline for initial reporting of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) announced that the new due date for the first PFAS product disclosure is now September 15, 2026. This extension provides affected businesses additional time to comply with the state’s emerging chemical reporting requirements under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 116.
May 15, 2026
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South Korea MOEL Updates Standards for Chemical Classification, Labeling, and MSDS
On April 24, 2026, South Korea’s Ministry of Employment and Labor (MOEL) officially amended the “Standards for the Classification, Labeling, and Material Safety Data Sheets of Chemical Substances.” Effective immediately upon publication, this regulatory update refines the existing chemical safety management framework by clarifying the scope of MSDS requirements, enhancing hazard communication for foreign workers, and detailing regulatory disclosure rules for mixtures.
May 14, 2026
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India BIS FMCS Launches Online Application Portal for Foreign Manufacturers
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) department has launched an online application portal to replace the physical submission channel.
May 13, 2026
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