Regulatory Updates

Distribution date: 27 August 2026 | Final date for Comment: 18 September 2026

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is announcing that we have filed a petition, submitted by the International Association of Color Manufacturers, proposing that we amend our color additive regulations to provide for the safe use of acetone as a solvent in the manufacture of carrot oil. The petition also proposes to add heavy metal limits and secondary names for carrot oil. FDA may also consider other changes to the regulation, as appropriate, during the course of our review.The color additive petition was filed on 3 August 2026.

Products Covered: Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in Note 3 to this Chapter based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin. (HS code(s): 3203); Food technology (ICS code(s): 67)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 27 August 2026

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is announcing that we have filed a petition, submitted by Gardenia Blue Interest Group (GBIG or petitioner), c/o Exponent, Inc., proposing that we amend our color additive regulations to expand the safe use of gardenia (genipin) blue in various foods at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice. The petition also proposes to lower the specification for arsenic in gardenia (genipin) blue.The color additive petition was filed on 4 August 2026.

Products Covered: Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in Note 3 to this Chapter based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin (HS code(s): 3203); Food technology (ICS code(s): 67)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 10 August 2026

This final rule expands the authority of a Fireworks Certification Agency (FCA) to obtain the ability to approve fireworks constructed to certain requirements. These amendments will streamline PHMSA's fireworks approval process and provide the industry with improved regulatory flexibility.  This final rule is effective 8 September 2026.  The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of 8 September 2026.

Products Covered: Professional display fireworks (aerial shells, mines, comets, display candles, etc., constructed to American Pyrotechnics Association (APA) Standard 87-1B); Entertainment pyrotechnics / Special effects pyrotechnics (proximate pyrotechnics, theatrical effects, set pieces constructed to APA Standard 87-1C); Consumer fireworks (governed under APA Standard 87-1A; Fireworks, signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles (excl. cartridge blanks) (HS code(s): 3604); Product and company certification. Conformity assessment (ICS code(s): 03.120.20); Protection against dangerous goods (ICS code(s): 13.300); Explosives. Pyrotechnics and fireworks (ICS code(s): 71.100.30)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 28 July 2026 | Final date for Comment: 26 September 2026

This Draft Rwanda standard specifies requirements, sampling and test methods for liquid mouthwash.This Rwanda standard is not applicable to other delivery systems (e.g. mouth sprays, foams, powders). It is not applicable to mouthwash for prescription only.

Products Covered: Cosmetics. Toiletries (ICS code(s): 71.100.70)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 20 July 2026 | Final date for Comment: 18 September 2026

Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical:Pesticide: Tetraniliprole.

Products Covered: Meat and edible meat offal (HS codes: 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 02.04, 02.05, 02.06, 02.07, 02.08 and 02.09)Aquatic animals and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates (HS codes: 03.02, 03.03, 03.04, 03.06, 03.07 and 03.08)Dairy produce, birds' eggs and natural honey (HS codes: 04.01, 04.07, 04.08 and 04.09)Animal originated products (HS code: 05.04)Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers (HS codes: 07.01, 07.02, 07.03, 07.04, 07.05, 07.06, 07.07, 07.08, 07.09, 07.10 and 07.14)Edible fruit and nuts, peel of citrus fruit (HS codes: 08.01, 08.02, 08.04, 08.05, 08.06, 08.07, 08.08, 08.09, 08.10,08.11, 08.13 and 08.14)Tea, mate and spices (HS codes: 09.02, 09.03, 09.04, 09.05, 09.06, 09.07, 09.08, 09.09 and 09.10)Cereals (HS codes: 10.05 and 10.06)Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit (HS codes: 12.01, 12.07 and 12.12)Animal fats and oils (HS codes: 15.01, 15.02 and 15.06)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 20 July 2026 | Final date for Comment: 18 September 2026

Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical:Pesticide: Mepronil.

Products Covered: Meat and edible meat offal (HS codes: 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 02.04, 02.05, 02.06, 02.07, 02.08 and 02.09)Aquatic animals and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates (HS codes: 03.02, 03.03, 03.04, 03.06, 03.07 and 03.08)Dairy produce, birds' eggs and natural honey (HS codes: 04.01, 04.07, 04.08 and 04.09)Animal originated products (HS code: 05.04)Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers (HS codes: 07.01, 07.02, 07.04, 07.05, 07.06, 07.07, 07.09, 07.10 and 07.14)Edible fruit (HS codes: 08.06, 08.07, 08.08 and 08.11)Cereals (HS codes: 10.01, 10.02, 10.03, 10.04, 10.06, 10.07 and 10.08)Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit (HS code: 12.12)Animal fats and oils (HS codes: 15.01, 15.02 and 15.06)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 10 July 2026 | Final date for Comment: 08 September 2026

This document specifies the classification, technical requirements, inspection rules, labelling and manufacturer-provided information for harnesses, and describes the corresponding test methods.This document applies to harnesses used for personal fall protection during construction and the operation of equipment and facilities in industries such as construction, water conservancy, highways, power, shipbuilding, chemical engineering, mining, ports and amusement venues.

Products Covered: Harnesses (HS code(s): 630720); (ICS code(s): 13.340.99)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 10 July 2026 | Final date for Comment: 08 September 2026

This document specifies the terms and definitions, grading and classification, styles, technical requirements, labelling and that manufacturer’s information for chemical protective footwear.This document applies to footwear intended to protect the wearer's feet against chemical hazards during work.

Products Covered: Footwear protecting against chemicals (HS code(s): 640110); (ICS code(s): 13.340.50)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 10 July 2026 | Final date for Comment: 08 September 2026

This document specifies the requirements for toothpaste ingredients used in toothpaste, including prohibited substances, restricted ingredients, permitted preservatives, and permitted colorants.This document applies to toothpaste manufactured and marketed within the territory of the People's Republic of China.This document does not apply to toothpaste that is intended solely for sale outside the territory of the People's Republic of China.

Products Covered: Toothpaste (HS code(s): 330610); (ICS code(s): 11.060.10)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 01 July 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 August 2026

Enterprises and public institutions that produce or import new chemical substances shall apply to the competent department of ecology and environment under the State Council for a registration certificate. This Measure mainly stipulates the legislative purpose, scope of application, registration procedures and requirements, processing time limits, requirements for the alteration, cancellation, and revocation of registration certificates, post-registration tracking management, legal liabilities, definitions of key terms, and transitional policies.

Products Covered: New chemical substances (HS code(s): 28; 29); (ICS code(s): 13.020; 71.020; 71.100)

Regulation Type: Revision to Regular Notification