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SafeGuardS – Regulatory Updates

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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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UK Consults Over Revised POP Chemical Legislation for Great Britain

The UK plans update to persistent organic pollutants (POPs) regulations for Great Britain.
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New Zealand Proposes Restriction on Three POP Chemicals

New Zealand holds consultation on proposed regulation on three persistent organic pollutants (POPs).
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Washington, USA, Updates Law on Lead in Cookware

Washington State amends requirements and clarifies exemptions for lead in cookware law.
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Australia Consults On Proposed Listing of Several Chemicals to the IChEMS Register

Australia initiates consultation on its proposed listing of 14 industrial chemicals to the IChEMS Register.
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India Consults on New Definitions for Food Packaging Legislation

India proposes adding new defined terms to its rules governing food contact packaging to improve clarity and oversight.
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Hong Kong Updates Standards for Toys and Childrens Products

Hong Kong Updates Standards for Toys and Children’s Products

Hong Kong updates several standards for toys and children’s products, effective August 1, 2026.
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UK Consults on 15 Substances as SVHCs

UK Consults on 15 Substances as SVHCs

The UK proposes 15 chemicals for addition to the UK REACH Candidate List of SVHCs.
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China Updates GB 18383-2025 General Technical Requirements for Products with Filling Materials

China has issued an updated version of national mandatory standard GB 18383-2025 General technical requirements for products with filling materials. The revised standard will become effective on July 1, 2026.
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UK Issues Advisory on Asbestos in Products Containing Sand

The UK has published an advisory to assist businesses with testing asbestos in consumer products containing sand.
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