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Guangdong Rolls Out QR Code System to Track Hazardous Chemicals
The "Application Specifications for Safety Information Codes of Hazardous Chemicals" of Guangdong Province has been officially implemented since February 11, 2025. Both enterprises and the general public can access it through the following link: Standard Information Inquiry - Standardization Administration of China.
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Guangdong Rolls Out QR Code System to Track Hazardous Chemicals
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New UN Regulations for Sea and Air Transport to be Enforced
The 42nd amendment of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, issued by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), came into effect on January 1, 2025, with a transition period of one year. It will be mandatorily enforced starting January 1, 2026. This new revision includes additional UN numbers related to vehicles powered by lithium-ion batteries, lithium metal batteries, and sodium-ion batteries.
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New UN Regulations for Sea and Air Transport to be Enforced
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US EPA Identifies Next Five High-Priority Substances for TSCA Risk Assessments
Recently, under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and related regulations, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the listing of five chemical substances as high-priority substances for risk assessment. This decision took effect on December 18, 2024.
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US EPA Identifies Next Five High-Priority Substances for TSCA Risk Assessments
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Chile Released Its First National Chemical Inventory
Recently, Chile has officially released its first national chemical inventory. This inventory was guided by the European Union's "REACH" regulations (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals). With its publication, Chile becomes the first country in Latin America to have a national chemical inventory.
The inventory includes harmful substances for industrial use notified under Decree No. 57/2021, with an extended deadline until September 30, 2024.
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Chile Released Its First National Chemical Inventory
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China Releases 2025 Dual-Use Items Catalogue – Tightening Import and Export Controls
The Catalogue officially came into effect on January 1, 2025.
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China Releases 2025 Dual-Use Items Catalogue – Tightening Import and Export Controls
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Detailed Analysis of China's Law on the Safety of Hazardous Chemicals: Draft vs. Public Consultation Version
On December 25, 2024, the National People's Congress released the Draft of the "Law on the Safety of Hazardous Chemicals" (hereinafter referred to as Draft) for public comment. This draft is more concise than the earlier version (hereinafter referred to as the Public Consultation Version). To help companies better understand the differences and similarities between the two versions, we have made a comprehensive analysis of the similarities and differences between this Draft and the Public Consultation Version
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Detailed Analysis of China's Law on the Safety of Hazardous Chemicals: Draft vs. Public Consultation Version
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China Seeks Public Feedback on New Draft Law for Hazardous Chemicals Safety
On December 25, 2024, the National People's Congress of China began seeking public opinions online for seven draft laws, including the "Law on the Safety of Hazardous Chemicals." Comments are welcomed before January 23, 2025.
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China Seeks Public Feedback on New Draft Law for Hazardous Chemicals Safety
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South Korea to Ban Chemicals that are Expected to Impact Paint, Cleaner, and Related Industries
The Ministry of Environment of South Korea recently submitted a notification to the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding the revision of the Designation of Restricted Substances and Prohibited Substances. This revision aims to strengthen the restrictions on the use of lead and its compounds as well as methylene chloride and its mixtures, based on the hazard assessment under the Chemical Substances Registration and Evaluation Act and international regulatory trends, to protect human health and safety. WTO member countries can comment on this revision before January 13, 2025.
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South Korea to Ban Chemicals that are Expected to Impact Paint, Cleaner, and Related Industries
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Stunning Reversal: EU Axes RoHS Directive's TBBP-A and MCCPs Restriction Proposals
In 2018, the EU's RoHS Directive assessment project Pack15 proposed adding seven substances, including TBBP-A and MCCPs, to the RoHS Directive's restricted list. On December 10, 2024, the EU abandoned its plan to restrict Tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBP-A) and medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCPs) under the RoHS Directive.
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Stunning Reversal: EU Axes RoHS Directive's TBBP-A and MCCPs Restriction Proposals
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Dutch PFAS Update: Over 100 Substances Added to High Concern (ZZS) List
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has fully added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to its Substances of Very High Concern (ZZS) list. This action emphasizes the need for Dutch companies to significantly reduce PFAS use and emissions.
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Dutch PFAS Update: Over 100 Substances Added to High Concern (ZZS) List
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