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SafeGuardS – Regulatory Updates

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EU Updates Microplastics Rules Under REACH

The European Union (EU) amends several derogations for microplastics under the REACH regulation.
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Minnesota, USA, Updates Reporting Rules for Products Containing PFAS

Minnesota sets the manufacturing date requirement for reporting products with intentionally added PFAS.
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ASTM International Reapproves Standard for Adult Jewelry

ASTM publishes a reapproved safety standard specification for adult jewelry, designated ASTM F2999-19 (reapproved 2026).
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Japan Regulates Several POP Chemicals

Japan designates several persistent organic pollutants (POPs) as Class I Specified Chemical Substances.
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New Mexico Issues Rules for PFAS in Consumer Products

New Mexico’s EIB publishes permanent rule for the state’s (PFAS Protection Act).
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China Consults Over Proposed Standard for Food Contact Regenerated Cellulose Materials and Articles

China informs WTO of draft national standard on regenerated cellulose materials and articles intended for food contact.
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CPSC Direct Final Rule Updates Mandatory Standard for Toddler Beds

US CPSC has issued a direct final rule updating 16 CFR part 1217 for toddler beds by incorporating ASTM F1821-26.
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The Netherlands Revises Rules for Food Contact Ceramics

The Netherlands tightens lead and cadmium limits for food contact ceramics and clarifies compliance requirements.
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South Korea Regulates Three POP Chemicals

South Korea prohibits three persistent organic pollutants (POPs).
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China Releases Updated Product Standard for Brassieres – FZ/T 73012-2025

China issues an updated product standard FZ/T 73012-2025. This new standard will become effective on January 1, 2028.
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