Regulatory News & Updates - Page 15

US chemical plant with industrial equipment

United States·TSCA·3 Apr 2026

TSCA Reform Proposals Target Predictability And Supply Chain Resilience In US Chemicals Policy

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has called for targeted TSCA reform to address delays and regulatory uncertainty in US chemicals policy.

United States·TSCA·3 Apr 2026

Chemical manufacturing site with industrial tanks and pipework

Great Britain·UK REACH·3 Apr 2026

UK REACH ATRm Reforms Reduce Transitional Registration Burden And Signal Closer EU Alignment

The UK government has confirmed significant changes to UK REACH ATRm requirements, reducing the data burden for companies re-registering chemicals.

Great Britain·UK REACH·3 Apr 2026

Industrial materials facility with compliance staff and processing equipment

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·26 Mar 2026

EU PFAS Restriction Consultation Intensifies As ECHA Seeks Evidence On Derogations

The EU PFAS restriction consultation marks a shift toward evidence-based decision-making. Stakeholder submissions will inform whether derogations remain justified and proportionate, shaping compliance obligations and market impacts as Europe advances controls on persistent chemicals.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·26 Mar 2026

European Court of Justice buildings in Luxembourg

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Plant Protection Products Regulation·25 Mar 2026

ClientEarth v European Commission Reinforces Transparency Rules On Mancozeb And Cypermethrin Decisions

ClientEarth v European Commission confirms that the Commission must justify refusals to disclose pesticide-related documents with specific evidence. While reinforcing transparency around mancozeb and cypermethrin decision-making, the ruling preserves important limits where disclosure could undermine court proceedings, signalling a more balanced but stricter application of EU access-to-documents rules.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·Plant Protection Products Regulation·25 Mar 2026

European chemical plant with storage tanks and process towers

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·24 Mar 2026

CoRAP Update 2026–2028 Flags 27 Substances For REACH Evaluation

The CoRAP update 2026–2028 identifies 27 substances for evaluation under REACH, focusing on persistent, toxic and endocrine-disrupting chemicals. The plan underscores growing regulatory scrutiny and requires proactive data management, risk assessment and supply chain adjustments across the chemicals industry.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·REACH·24 Mar 2026

Industrial workers using respiratory protective equipment in a solvent facility

United States·TSCA·24 Mar 2026

EPA Proposes TSCA Compliance Date Extensions For PCE And Carbon Tetrachloride

The EPA’s proposed TSCA compliance extensions for PCE and carbon tetrachloride provide industry with additional time to implement complex worker protection measures. While maintaining strict exposure limits, the revised timeline reflects operational realities and aims to ensure durable, enforceable compliance across the chemicals value chain.

United States·TSCA·24 Mar 2026

Great Britain·Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)·20 Mar 2026

UK POPs Regulation 2026 Consultation Targets New Chemical Restrictions And Compliance Duties

Defra’s UK POPs Regulation 2026 consultation proposes adding five substances to the prohibition list, alongside new thresholds and exemptions. With implementation expected by December 2026, businesses must assess supply chain exposure, regulatory divergence and transition requirements.

Great Britain·Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)·20 Mar 2026

International delegates in a treaty negotiation meeting

Global·20 Mar 2026

Plastic Pollution Treaty Roadmap Sets 2026 Timeline For INC-5.4 Negotiations

The plastic pollution treaty roadmap sets a clear structure for 2026 negotiations ahead of INC-5.4. With regular meetings and a planned reference document, the process is gaining clarity. While policy details remain undefined, stakeholders should prepare for a legally binding global framework.

Global·20 Mar 2026

Worker cutting engineered stone with respiratory protection

Great Britain·20 Mar 2026

UK Silica Dust (Exposure) Bill Signals Proposed Tighter Controls On Occupational Health Risks

The Silica Dust (Exposure) Bill proposes new UK measures to address occupational silica exposure, including screening and restrictions on high-risk practices. While still under review, it highlights growing regulatory focus on worker health and may prompt businesses to reassess dust control and compliance strategies.

Great Britain·20 Mar 2026

Chemical hazard compliance materials on a desk

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·20 Mar 2026

CLP Annex VI Update: EU Proposes Major Transfer Of SVHC And Hazardous Substances

The proposed CLP Annex VI update introduces harmonised classifications for over 100 hazardous substances, including SVHCs, PFAS and endocrine disruptors. The changes will impact labelling, safety data and product formulation across multiple sectors, requiring early compliance planning and supply chain engagement.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·20 Mar 2026

Industrial production equipment associated with fluorinated materials

United States·19 Mar 2026

US PFAS Phaseout Bill Proposes Sweeping Ban Under Forever Chemical Regulation Act 2026

The Forever Chemical Regulation Act of 2026 proposes a 10-year phaseout of nonessential PFAS uses, strict reporting obligations and accelerated bans in consumer products. If adopted, it would significantly impact manufacturing, supply chains and compliance strategies, reinforcing global momentum towards eliminating persistent fluorinated chemicals.

United States·19 Mar 2026

Japan·18 Mar 2026

Japan Hazardous Substance Reporting Amendments Enter Public Consultation Phase

Japan’s hazardous substance reporting amendments are open for public consultation until 16 April 2026. The changes clarify reporting scope, refine obligations for specific substance categories and standardise data requirements. Companies should review the draft now to prepare for expected implementation in May 2026.

Japan·18 Mar 2026

Baby cot representing childcare product safety requirements

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·13 Mar 2026

Slovenia Notifies EU Of Draft Restriction On CMR 1A/1B Substances In Childcare Articles

Slovenia has notified a draft regulation restricting CMR 1A/1B substances in childcare articles to 0.001% by weight, introducing testing, documentation and compliance obligations for suppliers.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·CLP·13 Mar 2026

Printing ink production equipment in an industrial facility

European Economic Area·Great Britain·REACH·13 Mar 2026

EuPIA Charter On Raw Material Selection Tightens Safety Expectations For Printing Inks

The 2026 EuPIA Charter strengthens voluntary industry controls on hazardous raw materials used in printing inks, with substitution timelines, risk assessments and expanded exclusion lists.

European Economic Area·Great Britain·REACH·13 Mar 2026

Low-carbon industrial manufacturing facility in Europe

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·13 Mar 2026

EU Commission Tables “Industrial Accelerator Act” To Speed Low‑carbon Manufacturing And Strategic Supply Chains

The European Commission has proposed an Industrial Accelerator Act to speed low-carbon manufacturing, streamline permits and reinforce strategic supply chains across the EU.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·13 Mar 2026

Food and agricultural goods in a trade inspection facility

Great Britain·Northern Ireland·GB Plant Protection Products Regulation·13 Mar 2026

UK-EU SPS Agreement To Align Food, Pesticide And Biocide Rules Ahead Of 2027 Trade Changes

The UK-EU SPS Agreement will align UK sanitary and phytosanitary rules with EU legislation, affecting food safety, pesticides, biocides and agricultural regulation.

Great Britain·Northern Ireland·GB Plant Protection Products Regulation·13 Mar 2026

Steel plant representing industrial decarbonisation in Europe

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·13 Mar 2026

EU Industrial Accelerator Act Targets Decarbonisation And Strategic Manufacturing Capacity

EU Industrial Accelerator Act proposes faster permits, low-carbon procurement and supply chain safeguards to boost strategic manufacturing.

European Economic Area·Northern Ireland·13 Mar 2026

South Korean petrochemical facility with tanks and pipework

South Korea·10 Mar 2026

South Korea NICS Amendment Adds Xylene, Styrene And 1,3-Butadiene To Accident-Preparedness Substances List

South Korea’s NICS amendment adds three major industrial chemicals to its accident-preparedness substances list, imposing new compliance checks and confirmation requirements. The change affects manufacturers, importers and downstream users, reinforcing the country’s focus on chemical accident prevention and signalling continued regulatory tightening.

South Korea·10 Mar 2026

Food packaging materials on a quality control worktable

Switzerland·6 Mar 2026

Switzerland Proposes PFAS Limits For Food Contact Packaging Under Revised ORRChem

Draft Swiss ORRChem changes would set low PFAS thresholds for food packaging and other single-use goods, increasing pressure on supply chains.

Switzerland·6 Mar 2026

Corporate team reviewing sustainability reporting materials

European Economic Area·6 Mar 2026

EU Sustainability Reporting Directive 2026/470 Narrows CSRD Scope And Eases Corporate Due Diligence Burdens

The EU has narrowed mandatory sustainability reporting and due diligence duties, with new protections for smaller value-chain partners.

European Economic Area·6 Mar 2026