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Vietnam’s revamped Chemical Law leaves companies with uncertainties
The new Chemical Law law requires mandatory disclosure of hazardous substances in products, notification of new chemicals but provide little details on implementation.
California seeks to ban Bisphenols and Ortho-phthalates in food packaging
California’s Assembly passed bill AB-1148, seeking to restrict the use of bisphenols and ortho-phthalates in all packaging, but exempts tetramethyl bisphenol F (TMBPF, CAS 5384-21-4) from the restrictions unless DTSC deems the substance to also poses a significant risk to human health.
NY’s bill on producer responsibilities for packaging materials face uncertain fate amidst opposition from industries
The New York Senate passed S1464 on 28 May 2025, which seeks to implement extended producer responsibilities (EPR) for packaging and packaging materials. The the bill would require companies to register with the state, create collection systems and take back programs as well as eliminate hazardous chemicals from packaging and packaging materials.
South Korea consults on labelling of biocidal and household chemical products
The Ministry of Environment launched a public consultation, on 30 May 2025, to amend a number of labelling requirements for biocidal products in South Korea. The agency also launched a separate consultation in early May that affects the labelling of household chemicals.
India requires new labelling requirements on plastic packaging to strengthen its plastic packaging EPR scheme
India’s CPCB plans new plastic packaging labels, expanding EPR traceability for producers, importers, and brands by July 2025.
Consultation on Vietnam Draft Chemicals Law reveals opportunities and concerns for industries
Vietnam’s proposed overhaul of its 2007 Chemical Law aims to cut down on some regulatory burden, introduces green technology but also presents challenges for industry, especially on the ingredient disclosure requirements.
Taiwan’s restrictions on PFOA, PFOS, and nonylphenols substances take effect soon
Taiwan’s restrictions for the 397 PFAS substances, which it consulted with the public in October 2024, and Nonylphenols will take effect starting on 1 June 2025. Industries have a short transition period to comply with the new restrictions.
The UK proposes to limit the use of Oxybenzone in cosmetic products, aligns with the EU
The UK plans to restrict oxybenzone in cosmetics from 2026, aligning with EU rules and triggering reformulation across sunscreen and beauty products.
Australia to ban DBDPE, mercury in products and restricts other petrochemicals
Australia notifies the WTO of proposed bans on DBDPE and mercury under IChEMS, with new risk management duties impacting electronics, automotive, and plastics sectors.
Philippines Opens Consultation on Agrochemical Controls under the Rotterdam and Stockholm Convention
Philippines seeks input on proposed listings of agrochemicals under the Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions, including fenthion, PFAS (LC-PFCA), paraquat and chlorpyrifos.
Philippines updates chemical inventory
The Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) has taken another step toward streamlining chemical oversight by expanding its national chemical inventory, lifting notification requirements for more than 160 substances.