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Dishes And Smoothie Prepared For Food Delivery

Türkiye Consults on BPA and other Bisphenols in Food Contact Materials

Türkiye notifies the WTO of its draft regulations related to the use of BPA and other hazardous bisphenols and bisphenol derivatives in certain food contact materials and articles.
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Changing tray and pad on chest of drawers in baby room

EN 12221:2026 Revises European Requirements for Changing Units and Pads

CEN publishes revision to EN12221, applicable to changing units and changing pads intended for domestic use.
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Assortment of silicone confectionery utensils

Brazil Issues New Legislation for Food Contact Silicone Materials

Brazil publishes new law for silicone materials and articles for food contact.
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South Korea Updates Standards and Specifications for Food Contact Materials

South Korea Updates Standards and Specifications for Food Contact Materials

South Korea revises standards for food contact utensils, containers and packages.
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African American reading labels on skin care products while shopping in a pharmacy

Spain Moves Toward Inclusive Labeling for Cosmetic Products

Spain’s draft Royal Decree mandates accessible labeling of certain products to better serve vulnerable consumers.
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Young beautiful hispanic woman pouring detergent on washing machine at laundry room

EU Updates Regulation (EU) 2026/405/EC on Detergents and Surfactants

EU approves Regulation (EU) 2026/405 on detergents and surfactants, effective September 23, 2029.
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Depiction of a Safety Gate in Place

CPSC Direct Final Rule Updates Gates and Enclosures Standard

US CPSC issues direct final rule updating 16 CFR part 1239 to incorporate ASTM F1004-25 for gates and enclosures. The key change prohibits built-in pet openings allowing unassisted pet entry or egress.
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Child on Portable Hook On Chairs

CPSC Updates Safety Standard for Portable Hook-On Chairs

US CPSC issues direct final rule updating 16 CFR part 1233 for portable hook-on chairs by incorporating ASTM F1235-25.
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ECHA

ECHA Consults Over SEAC’s Draft Opinion on PFAS Restrictions under REACH

ECHA launches consultation on the SEAC draft opinion regarding PFAS restrictions under REACH.
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Banquet table in the style of the sea

Ukraine Regulates Certain Epoxy Derivatives in Food Contact Materials

Ukraine notifies the WTO of its new law on epoxy derivatives in food contact materials.
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