A new plan to apply Section 75.1 of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA, 1999 version) was recently announced by the Health Department (HC) and the Canadian Department of Environment and Climate Change (ECCC). The plan calls for the establishment of a “Watch List” of… Read More »The creation of a “Watch List” for chemical substances is suggested by Canada.
The National Institute of Chemical Safety (NICS) in South Korea has released industry guidelines detailing a streamlined application process for approved biocidal goods in an effort to decrease the submission of redundant data for biocidal products already approved under the K-BPR. The simplified process applies… Read More »South Korea Publishes Guidelines for the Streamlined Approval Process of K-BPR Amendments
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has raised concerns about the environmental impact of non-polymeric aromatic brominated flame-retardant (ABFR) additives due to their persistence, bioaccumulation, and toxicity. These substances are released throughout their lifecycle, with significant pollution occurring during the waste stage. Helsinki- At the request… Read More »ECHA Highlights Environmental Risks of Aromatic Brominated Flame Retardants
PFAS Ban: The European Commission plans to prohibit the use of PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” in consumer products. However, exemptions for essential industrial applications may apply. Health Risks: PFAS exposure has been linked to severe health issues, including liver damage, reduced birth weights,… Read More »EU Proposes Ban on PFAS in Consumer Products with Limited Exemptions
Starting 1 March 2025, EU exporters must notify their intention to export 40 additional hazardous chemicals, following the European Commission’s recent decision to expand the EU’s Prior Informed Consent (PIC) Regulation. The latest update adds 40 chemicals to Annex I of the PIC Regulation, comprising… Read More »New Notification Requirements for EU Exporters of Hazardous Chemicals from 1 March 2025
The Ministry of Environment in South Korea recently announced the launch of an online information system called Green Leaf, which uses green leaf symbols to indicate the safety levels of product ingredients, helping consumers make more informed choices when purchasing. Initially, the system will cover… Read More »South Korea Launches Chemical Ingredient Safety Information System
The Environment Protection (End-of-Life Vehicles) Rules, 2025 aim to establish a comprehensive system for managing vehicles at the end of their operational life. These regulations are part of the government’s broader initiative to promote environmentally responsible recycling and disposal practices in the automotive industry while… Read More »India Releases ELV Rules, Effective April 2025
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has warned in a draft risk assessment that farmers could face risks from chemicals leaching into food and water. The assessment, now open for public comment, highlights that two types of PFAS chemicals can harm human health when present… Read More »EPA Issues Long-Awaited Report Warning of PFAS Exposure Risks from Biosolids
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) of Japan recently announced that, after testing 643 notified chemical substances, 17 have been confirmed to possess high mutagenic properties, capable of causing permanent DNA changes. The testing results and a list of the chemicals have been… Read More »Japan Identifies 17 Chemicals with Significant Mutagenic Potential
Biodiesel Boost: Indonesia will allocate 15.6 million KL of biodiesel in 2025, up from 12.98 million KL in 2024. Higher Fuel Mix: By February 2025, the required biodiesel blend increases to 40% (B40), with a possible increase to 50% in 2026. Market Impact: Palm oil… Read More »Indonesia Approves Allocation of 15.6 Million Kiloliters of Biodiesel for 2025 Implementation
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