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Oct 28, 2024 | Peru Updates its Occupational Chemical Exposure Limits to Protect Worker Health
On October 25, 2024, the Ministry of Health (MINSA) of Peru issued Ministerial Resolution No. 733-2024/MINSA, introducing crucial updates to Annexes I, II, and III of the "Regulation on Permissible Ex...
Oct 29, 2024 | India extends enforcement date of Quality Control Orders for six fatty acids.
India’s Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC) has extended the enforcement date of the Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for six fatty acids. The notifications were published in the Gazette ...
Thailand Launches Review of Hazardous Substance Act
Oct 28, 2024
Thailand is undertaking a detailed review of its Hazardous Substance Act, which governs the management of chemicals and hazardous substances in the country. The Department of Industrial Works (DIW) an...
AICIS Introduces Major Updates in Version 3 of Industrial Chemicals Categorisation Guidelines
Oct 25, 2024
On 24 September 2024, the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS) introduced Version 3 of the Industrial Chemicals Categorisation Guidelines. This major update introduces specific ...
Upcoming Deadlines for Biocide Dossier Submissions and Renewals Announced by HSE
Oct 25, 2024
On 22 October 2024, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) published an update on biocide regulation in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), including important deadlines for dossier submission...
European Ombudsman Criticises Delays in Managing Hazardous Chemicals Under REACH Regulation
Oct 24, 2024
On 17 October 2024, the European Ombudsman published a recommendation calling on the European Commission to address delays in the authorisation of dangerous chemical substances under the REACH Regulat...
Deadline Approaching for Post-Introduction Declarations in Australia
Oct 24, 2024
The Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS) is reminding businesses to submit their Post-Introduction Declarations (PIDs) for the 2023-2024 period by 30 November 2024. This applies...
Canada Introduces CEPA Watch List to Monitor Substances of Potential Concern
Oct 24, 2024
On October 4, 2024, Canada released a draft plan for the Watch List under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA). The Watch List will monitor substances that are potentially harmful to human...
Indonesia proposes amendments to the regulation regarding cosmetic labeling promotion and advertising.
Oct 23, 2024
On August 29, 2024, Indonesia’s National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) released a draft amendment to the Regulation Concerning Cosmetic Labeling, Promotion, and Advertising for public consu...
EU Launches Consultation on Revision of European List of Waste for Battery Waste
Oct 23, 2024
The European Commission has launched a public consultation to gather feedback on a new draft delegated decision to revise the European List of Waste. This update focuses on incorporating changes relat...
Japan: METI consults on revision of PAC list for ethyl hydrogen sulphate
Oct 23, 2024
On 18 October 2024, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) and Ministry of Environment (MOE) jointly released a notice seeking toxicity...
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