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Brazil Restricts Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment

Brazil's CONAMA Resolution 516/2026 restricts ten hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment sold nationwide.
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US FDA Consults on Proposed Mandatory GRAS Notification Requirements

US FDA seeks greater transparency into substances marketed under GRAS determinations.
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EU Consults on New Chemical Safety Rules for Toys

The EU has notified the WTO of a draft directive to revise its law governing toys.
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UK Consults On Updated GB MCL List for Substances and Mixtures

The UK plans to revise the GB MCL list of hazardous substances and mixtures.
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Bangladesh Mandates National Standards and Certification for Toys and Other Consumer Goods

Bangladesh mandates safety standards and certification requirements for consumer products, including toys and plastic feeding bottles.
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Denmark Consults Over Updated EU Proposal for Styrene in Food Contact Plastics

EU proposes migration limit for styrene in plastic food contact materials (FCMs) and articles.
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Montenegro Issues New Regulation for Food Contact Ceramics

Montenegro mandates compliance documentation for food contact ceramics while maintaining existing lead and cadmium limits.
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China Releases Updated National Standard for Textiles – GB/T 29862-2026

China published GB/T 29862-2026, introducing updated textile fiber content labeling requirements, effective August 1, 2027.
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Sweden Plans PFAS Restrictions for Certain Consumer Products

Sweden proposes national PFAS restrictions for consumer products while broader EU REACH measures remain pending.
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Georgia Phases in Restrictions on Specified Disposable Food Contact Plastics

Enforcement dates revised for single-use plastic food containers and cups in Georgia, with restrictions phased in during 2027.
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