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Japan’s METI updated FY2026 guidelines for CSCL Small Amount and Low Tonnage confirmation routes. Starting with the fourth FY2026 application batch, electronic submissions must use G Biz ID (Prime or Member accounts) as legacy applicant codes are discontinued. Manufacturers and importers should immediately obtain accounts, check filing windows, and upgrade submission systems.

With less than two weeks to go, the EU’s new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) becomes fully mandatory on August 12, 2026. Recently, we've seen a surge in inquiries from exporters across the chemical, machinery, personal care, and consumer goods sectors. Many businesses are struggling to navigate critical requirements—such as regulated packaging scopes, testing standards, Declarations of Conformity (DoC), EPR registration, and supply-chain liability. To help clients quickly assess its readiness and ensure compliance, we’ve put together this essential enterprise FAQ guide.

The public comment period closes on August 24, 2026.

South Korea's MCEE has opened a consultation until 15 April 2026 on a full rewrite of the hazardous chemical business regulation under the K-CCA.

South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) implemented an early emergency registration process under K-REACH (Act on Registration and Evaluation of Chemical Substances). Designed to mitigate global supply chain disruptions caused by Middle East tensions, this fast-track pathway allows companies to import critical raw material substitutes—such as naphtha and petrochemical feedstocks—without waiting months for full toxicology clearance.

The new regulation will prohibit the supply of PFAS-containing goods to Swedish consumers across five major categories.

On March 31, 2026, Japan's MHLW issued a notification amending the "List of Substances Requiring Indicated Measures" under the ISHA.

On July 24, 2026, the European Commission published a draft delegated regulation proposing amendments to (EU) No 649/2012.

On 16 July 2026, the UK government formally announced a further extension of the UK REACH transitional registration deadlines.