Industry News & Insights

Industrial Chemical

U.S. Senate Committee Examines Draft TSCA Fee Reauthorization and Improvement Act

The U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works reviewed a draft TSCA fee reauthorization and improvement act, aiming to improve transparency and efficiency in EPA’s new chemical review process.

2026-03-12

Food

A Shift in the Food Colors Industry: Stricter Global Regulations and the Rise of Natural Alternatives

The food colors industry is undergoing a major transformation as stricter regulations and rising consumer demand drive the shift from synthetic dyes to natural alternatives.

2026-03-12

Disinfectant & Biocide

Lower-Cost EU BPR Compliance: Treated Articles & Simplified Authorisation

Learn how to reduce EU BPR compliance costs using Treated Articles and Simplified Authorisation, enabling faster, cost-effective market entry.

2026-03-11

Disinfectant & Biocide

EU to Relax Device Restrictions for Carbon Dioxide and Set Exposure Limits Under BPR

The EU plans to relax device restrictions for carbon dioxide biocidal products under BPR, introducing scientific exposure limits to ensure safety while enabling broader market access and product innovation.

2026-03-11

Agrochemical

Antimicrobial Treated Articles: U.S. EPA Compliance and FIFRA Exemption

Ensure your antimicrobial products meet EPA regulations as treated articles. Learn about FIFRA exemption criteria, labeling requirements, and professional compliance support.

2026-03-11

Agrochemical

FIFRA 25(b) Minimum Risk Pesticides: U.S. EPA Federal Registration Exemption Explained

Learn how FIFRA 25(b) minimum risk pesticides qualify for exemption from U.S. EPA federal pesticide registration and how companies can achieve faster market entry.

2026-03-11

Industrial Chemical

ECHA Forum's Pilot Enforcement Project: 19% of Hazardous Mixtures Failed PCN Notification

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) pilot on Poison Centre notifications reveals 19% of hazardous mixtures unreported and 15% lacking UFI labels.

2026-03-10

Industrial Chemical

EU’s New Detergents and Surfactants Regulation: (EU) 2026/405 Explained

The EU has adopted the new Detergents Regulation (EU) 2026/405, introducing the Digital Product Passport (DPP) and major compliance changes for the detergent industry.

2026-03-09

Industrial Chemical

KKDIK Temporary Registration Becomes Mandatory: Turkey Opens Individual Submission Before 2026 Deadline

Turkey’s MoEUCC confirms that KKDIK temporary registration is mandatory. Companies without full registration must comply by September 30, 2026, with individual submission now available.

2026-03-09

Food

GRAS vs. NDI: How to Choose the Right Regulatory Path in the U.S. Market

GRAS or NDI? This guide explains the key differences between GRAS and NDIN pathways and helps ingredient companies choose the right regulatory strategy for the U.S. market.

2026-03-06