Industry News & Insights

Cosmetic

BPOM Regulation No. 34 of 2025: New Regulatory Framework for Cosmetic Clinical Trials in Indonesia

BPOM Regulation No. 34 of 2025 establishes Indonesia’s first regulatory framework for cosmetic clinical trials, clarifying claim substantiation and ethics approval requirements.

2026-03-02

Disinfectant & Biocide

EU Proposes Non-Renewal of Cypermethrin for PT8 Wood Preservatives under the BPR

The European Commission proposes not to renew cypermethrin for PT8 wood preservative use under the EU Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR), introducing a 180-day transition period for treated articles.

2026-02-28

Industrial Chemical

Talc Carcinogenicity: Regulatory Divergence Between the EU and UK and Its Implications for Industry

An in-depth analysis of the EU and UK’s divergent positions on talc carcinogenicity and what it means for chemical and cosmetics industry compliance and market access.

2026-02-28

Industrial Chemical

UK Releases Approach to the UK REACH Candidate List of SVHCs

The UK introduces a new approach to the UK REACH SVHC Candidate List, aligning more closely with the EU and impacting business compliance obligations.

2026-02-27

Cosmetic

Navigating the Halal Certification Process in Indonesia: A Guide for Global Enterprises

A practical guide to the Halal Certification Process in Indonesia—covering application procedures, documentation, SLA timelines, and 2026 compliance obligations.

2026-02-25

Industrial Chemical

UK Proposes Revision of GB MCL List: Mandatory Classification and Labelling Updates for 60 Chemical Substances

The UK HSE proposes updates to the GB MCL List, introducing new or revised mandatory classifications for 60 hazardous substances under GB CLP.

2026-02-12

Industrial Chemical

REACH Authorisation List Update: UV-326, UV-329, TPP and Photoinitiator 379 Proposed

ECHA has proposed adding UV-326, UV-329, TPP and Photoinitiator 379 to the REACH Authorisation List. Public consultation runs until 2 May 2026.

2026-02-12

Food Contact Material & Recycled Plastic

South Korea Proposes Amendments to Standards and Specifications for Utensils, Containers, and Packages

South Korea MFDS proposes amendments to food contact material standards, covering infant rubber, recycled PP, and DEHP/DEHA limits.

2026-02-11

Disinfectant & Biocide

Canada PMRA Regulatory Overview for Disinfectants and Devices: 2025–2026

Explore Canada’s 2026 PMRA regulatory trends for swimming pool disinfectants and disinfectant devices, including approval updates, compliance pathways, and market entry strategies.

2026-02-10

Disinfectant & Biocide

Spain Releases Draft Royal Decree to Reform Biocide Registration and Use Rules

Spain has released a draft Royal Decree to align biocide regulation with EU BPR, strengthening ROESB registration, sales controls, traceability systems, and training requirements.

2026-02-09