A document outlining the execution of reporting requirements for the REACH restriction on microplastics was published by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) on April 16, 2025.  Background of the Reporting Requirements Commission Regulation (EU)2023/20552 of September 25, 2023, also referred to as “the microplastics restriction,”… Read More »The EU Declares REACH’s Microplastics Reporting Requirements

The European Commission has begun executing a five-year work plan under the ESPR as of this year.. This regulation aims to establish sustainability requirements for a wide range of products to support the European Union’s broader environmental, climate, and circular economy goals. One of the… Read More »Clothing prioritized in EU sustainable products plan

In April, 2025, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin unveiled a robust set of measures aimed at addressing the growing concern over per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as “forever chemicals.” The initiative reinforces the EPA’s commitment to safeguarding air, land,… Read More »EPA Takes Significant Steps to Tackle PFAS Contamination

Amendment No. 2 to Occupational Exposure Limits for Hazardous Agents in the Workplace Part 1: Chemical Hazardous Agents (GBZ 2.1—2019) was released by the National Health Commission on May 9, 2024. The effective date of this modification is May 1st, this year. Businesses that handle… Read More »The second amendment to the workplace’s hazardous agent exposure limits will go into effect in May

In accordance with the Stockholm Convention, Malaysia is enforcing the yearly certification requirement for chemical exports to non-Party States. In accordance with the terms of the Stockholm Convention, the Malaysian Department of Environment (DOE) has sent out a notification mandating “Annual Certification” for chemical exports… Read More »Under the Stockholm Convention, Malaysia requires yearly certification for chemicals exported to non-Party states

The Battery Waste Management Amendment Rules 2025, which were recently released by India’s Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change (MoEFCC), further optimize the compliance procedures under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. In order to lower compliance costs for businesses and improve the efficacy… Read More »India Introduces Amendment Rules for Battery Waste Management in 2025

In a landmark move to promote sustainable packaging, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has officially approved the use of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) for food packaging. Announced via the official Gazette on March 28, 2025, this regulatory shift is aimed at… Read More »India Updates Food Packaging Rules, Restricts Use of Recycled Plastic to PET Only

In April, 2025, the Bali provincial government issued and immediately enforced Directive No. 9 of 2025 as part of its Bali Clean Waste Movement. The regulation introduces a ban on the manufacture, distribution, and provision of beverage containers under 1 liter and significantly expands waste… Read More »Bali, Indonesia Prohibits Production and Distribution of Beverage Containers Smaller Than 1 Liter