On June 9, 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued Final Administrative Order (OTC000039), officially adding Bemotrizinol (Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine) to the Over-the-Counter (OTC) Monograph M020 (Sunscreen Drug Products) as a permitted active ingredient. This marks the first addition of a new active ingredient to the U.S. OTC sunscreen monograph since the late 1990s, representing a significant milestone in the modernization of the country's sunscreen regulatory framework. The final order will take effect on August 9, 2026.

Following the revision of the new chemical substance registration regulations, registration entities, registration categories, scope of exemptions, polymer management, and supply chain responsibilities will also undergo a comprehensive overhaul.

On June 5, 2026, at the RAC-77 meeting, trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) and its inorganic salts are classified as PMT/vPvM substances.

On June 3, 2026, ECHA released a briefing on the SEAC consultation for the PFAS restriction proposal, receiving 3,511 comments within a 60-day period.

With the regulatory landscape for chemical exports to Türkiye tightening, many chemical, rubber, plastic, and raw material exporters have frequently encountered issues such as customs detentions, soaring registration fees, and the revocation of previous exemptions. A large number of companies face blind spots regarding registration entities, exemption scopes, annual report declarations, and fee payments. A simple oversight can easily lead to cargo stranded at ports and hefty fines. This article compiles a comprehensive set of KKDIK Q&As focusing on high-frequency questions from enterprises, breaking down regulatory pitfalls and compliance shortcuts to help export manufacturers avoid financial losses.

Recently, Chin’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) updated the Feed Materials Catalogue and the requirements for safe use. The Ministry approved one new feed material, five new feed additives, and the expanded scope of application for one feed additive.

China NHC issued notifications regarding the acceptance of “three new foods”. The applications for 10 new food materials, 21 new food additives and 1 new food-related products have been received.

On June 10, 2026, South Korea MFDS published the "Guide for Preparation of Cosmetic Safety Assessment Documentation" , providing guidance for cosmetic responsible distributors on preparing safety assessment documentation.

CIRS Group has compiled the data from China's NMPA and Guangzhou authorities to help enterprises track regulatory trends and mitigate compliance risks.

On June 4, 2026, Indonesia notified the WTO of draft guidelines (G/TBT/N/IDN/187) establishing Halal Assurance System (SJPH) criteria and critical control points for cosmetics, ahead of the mandatory halal certification deadline of October 17, 2026.