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Words And Magnifying Glass SG07525

Maine, USA, Issues Final Rule for Products Containing PFAS

Maine’s final rule for products containing PFAS took effect on May 6, 2025.
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Volumetric Flasks Containing Solutions

Montenegro Bans PFHxS and PFHxS-Related Compounds

Montenegro prohibits PFHxS, its salts, related compounds and products containing these chemicals.
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Sustainable Development Goal Concept

EU Releases ESPR Working Plan 2025–2030, Prioritizing Textiles for Sustainability Action

European Commission adopts ESPR and Energy Labeling Working Plan for 2025-2030.
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Cosy Hotel Room

Utah Repeals Online Labeling Requirements for Bedding, Upholstered Furniture and Quilted Clothing

Utah removes digital labeling requirements for online bedding, upholstered furniture and quilted clothing to ease e-commerce compliance.
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Cupcakes

European Commission Issues 2024 Report on Food Contact Material Notifications

European Commission publishes 2024 Annual Report identifying key food contact product notifications and common issues.
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Happy Woman Moving House and Unrolling a Carpet

Massachusetts, USA, Issues Final Regulations for Law Banning Covered Products Containing Certain Flame Retardants

Massachusetts restricts 11 flame retardants in five consumer product categories.
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Canadian Government Expands Energy Efficiency Regulations with Amendment 18

Canadian government amends Energy Efficiency Regulations, adding new products and expanding the scope of currently regulated products.
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Child Wearing Leather Sandals

China Releases Revised Children’s Leather Footwear Product Standard

China issues updated footwear product standard, QB/T 2880-2024, for children's leather shoes.
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Sterile clothing in the operating room

China Releases New Industry Standard – FZ/T 62048-2024 – General Technical Specifications for Disposable Bedding

China issues new product standard for disposable bedding – FZ/T 62048-2024, effective July 1, 2025.
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EPA Postpones Submission Period under TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule by Nine Months

PFAS reporting deadline under TSCA extended by nine months in the US.
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