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EU Strengthens HBCDD Requirements Under POP Recast Regulation
The EU has revised the specifications for HBCDD under the POP Recast Regulation. The new law will become effective on October 17, 2024.
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ASTM Published New Standard for Nursing Pillows
ASTM has published a new consumer safety specification for nursing pillows, designated ASTM F3669-24.
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UK CMA Issues Compliance Guide to Tackle Greenwashing in Fashion
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has released a new compliance guide designed to assist fashion brands and retailers in aligning with the Green Claims Code when promoting the environmental benefits of their products.
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Japan Consults Over Designated List of PFOA-related Compounds
Japan has launched a consultation on its draft ministerial ordinance to designate 138 PFOA-related compounds as Class I Specified Chemical Substances. The ordinance is expected to become effective on January 10, 2025.
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South Africa Regulates Lead in Paint and Coating Materials
South Africa has issued legislation to regulate lead in paint and coating materials. The provisions will be implemented in phases, starting May 17, 2025.
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US CPSC Issues Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for Water Bead Toys
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPR) to revise the existing consumer product safety rule for toys to add performance and labelling requirements for water bead toys and toys that contain water beads.
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EU Regulates PFHxA and PFHxA-related Substances under REACH
The European Union (EU) has issued legislation to regulate undecafluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA), its salts and PFHxA-related substances. The restrictions will be implemented in phases, starting April 10, 2026.
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Germany’s BfR Revises Recommendations for Rubber Commodities
The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung, BfR) has amended three recommendations for natural and synthetic rubber commodities. These recommendations can be regarded as effective immediately.
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EPA Plans to Postpone Submission Periods Under the TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published a final direct rule which will push back submission periods under the TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule by eight months.
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ECHA Consults Over Six Substances as SVHC
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched a consultation over the listing of six chemicals as substances of very high concern (SVHC). Comments are being accepted until October 14, 2024.
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