Industry News & Insights

Food Contact Material & Recycled Plastic

Korea MFDS Revises Food Packaging Standards: DEHP/DEHA Limits & Recycled PP

On March 27, 2026, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of South Korea issued Notification No. 2026-24, officially revising the Standards and Specifications for Utensils, Containers and Packages.

2026-04-17

Industrial Chemical

Vietnam Circular 05/2026/TT-BYT: Banned Chemicals and Disclosure Requirements for Insecticides and Disinfectants

Vietnam’s Circular 05/2026/TT-BYT introduces Annex I banned chemicals and Annex II disclosure requirements for insecticides and disinfectants, impacting formulation, labelling, and market access.

2026-04-10

Industrial Chemical

EU REACH Registration Costs: A Practical, Structured Guide for Global Enterprises

Understand EU REACH registration costs, including administrative, data, testing, and service fees—plus key cost drivers and strategies to optimize compliance budgets.

2026-04-09

Food

Understanding Toxicological Studies for a GRAS Conclusion: Common Study Types & Guiding Principles

A practical guide to GRAS toxicological studies, FDA risk-based assessment, and strategies for generating robust safety data to support GRAS conclusions.

2026-04-08

Industrial Chemical

ECHA Backs EU-Wide PFAS Restriction with Targeted Derogations

On 26 March 2026, ECHA announced broad EU PFAS restrictions. RAC and SEAC support the ban while allowing targeted derogations to address health and environmental risks.

2026-04-02

Cosmetic

China Trademark Registration: How to Protect Your Brand Under the First-to-File System

Ensure your brand’s safety with China trademark registration under the First-to-File system and avoid risks from squatting or legal disputes.

2026-04-02

Agrochemical

China Releases GB 2763-2026: Updated National Food Safety Standard for Pesticide MRLs

China’s National Food Safety Standard: Maximum Residue Limits for Pesticides in Food (GB 2763-2026) takes effect March 1, 2026, updating limits for 585 pesticides in food.

2026-04-01

Disinfectant & Biocide

South Korea’s NCIS Issues New Guidance on Applications for Changes to Biocidal Product Approvals

South Korea’s NCIS issues updated guidance for changes to approved biocidal products, clarifying approval requirements, reporting standards, and compliance best practices under K-BPR.

2026-04-01

Industrial Chemical

UK Proposes Amendments to POPs Regulation: Five Chemicals Restricted, PFOS Limits Tightened

The UK has launched a public consultation to amend its POPs Regulation, adding five chemicals to the banned list and tightening PFOS limits.

2026-04-01

Cosmetic

Indonesia Circular Letter 2/2026: How to Register Unlisted Products for Foreign Halal Certificates (SHLN)

Indonesia’s BPJPH issues Circular Letter No. 2 of 2026, providing guidance for SHLN (foreign halal certificate) registration for products not yet listed in existing regulations.

2026-03-27