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Dec 14, 2016

Singapore Standards Releases Technical Reference on Smart Plugs

Singapore Standards has released ‘TR 54:016 Technical Reference for Smart Plugs for Homes.’ The standard establishes safety and performance requirements of a smart plug used for…
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Dec 14, 2016

Slovenia Releases Regulations on Non-Prepackaged Food Labeling

The Slovenian government has published ‘General Labeling of Non-Prepackaged Foodstuffs. The regulations are part of the implementation of Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 — food information to…
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Dec 14, 2016

South Africa Releases Regulation on Miscellaneous Additives in Foodstuffs

The South African government has officially published ‘Regulations relating to Miscellaneous Additives in Foodstuffs.’ The regulations cover the following: Definitions of: food…
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Dec 14, 2016

The Netherlands Officially Released an Amendment to the Packaging and Utensils Regulation

The Dutch government has officially released the ‘Amendment to the Packaging and Utensils Regulation.’ Among the changes are listed below: Addition of new substances to the positive…
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Dec 14, 2016

Turkey Sets Methods of Sampling and Analysis of Contaminants in Foodstuffs

The Turkish government has notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of its ‘Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on the Methods of Sampling and Analysis for the Control of the Levels of Trace…
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Dec 13, 2016

AQSIQ Ends Coating Products Permit System

The China's General Administration of Quality Supervision Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) announced the end of its Coating Production Permit System, effective October 30, 2016. The…
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Dec 13, 2016

Canada Proposes Regulation on Microbeads in Toiletries

The Canadian government has announced its proposed ‘Microbeads in Toiletries Regulations (under Canadian Environmental Protection Act).’ The regulations cover the prohibition of…
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Dec 13, 2016

CEN Approves Standard on Child Use and Care Articles

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has released the standard ‘EN 12868:2017 Child Use and Care Articles - Method for Determining the Release of N-Nitrosamines and N…
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Dec 13, 2016

CIRS Highlights Health Food Requirements on New Food Safety Law Implementation Regulation Draft

Chemical Inspection and Regulation Service (CIRS) has noted several details on the Food Safety Law Implementation Regulation (Draft) which are specific to health food. Highlights include…
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Dec 13, 2016

DOH Consults on the Ban of Animal Testing on Cosmetics

The Department of Health (DOH) of Australia is consulting the public on their opinion about the country’ intent to ban animal testing on cosmetics. The DOH intends to ensure that the…
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Dec 13, 2016

DTSC Opens Consultation for the Use of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFASs) in Carpets, Rugs, Upholstered Furniture, and their Care and Treatment Products

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has announced the opening of the consultation period for the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in the…
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Dec 13, 2016

DTSC Seeks Consultation on the Potential Health and Safety Impacts of Chemicals in Nail Products

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has sought consultation on the Potential Health and Safety Impacts of Chemicals in Nail Products. This consultation aims to…
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Dec 13, 2016

EC Adopts Directive on Aerosol Dispensers

The European Commission (EC) has adopted ‘Commission Directive (EU) 2016/2037 Amending Council Directive 75/324/EEC’, relating to aerosol dispensers. The Directive establishes higher…
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Dec 13, 2016

EC Launches Public Consultations on Several Restrictions on Chemicals Used for Cosmetics

The European Commission (EC) has launched public consultations on several restrictions being proposed for chemicals used in cosmetics. The consultations are: Cosmetic Products…
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Dec 13, 2016

EMA Releases New Guidance on Type II Variations and MA Extensions of Orphan Drugs

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) released an updated version of its post-authorization guidance on the effects of extensions of marketing authorizations and type II variations on orphan…
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Dec 13, 2016

EPA Issues Fact Sheet on Cosmetics

The New Zealand Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has issued a fact sheet for cosmetics. The fact sheet is entitled as Cosmetics - Helping You to Make Safe Choices. The fact sheet…
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Dec 13, 2016

FDA Finalizes Rule on Over-the-Counter Time and Extent Applications of Drugs

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has finalized the rule on over-the-counter time and extent applications of drugs. Specifically, FDA amends the nonprescription (over-the-counter or…
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Dec 13, 2016

FDA Releases Revised Guidelines on the Submission of Equivalence Evidence of Pharmaceutical Products

Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released the ‘Revised Guidelines on the Submission of Equivalence Evidence for Registration of Pharmaceutical Products.’ The document…
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Dec 13, 2016

FSSAI Aims to Release New Standards for Food Supplements

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is aiming to release new standards specifically for food supplements to ensure safe supplements to citizens. The new standards are…
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Dec 13, 2016

FTC Releases Enforcement Policy on the Marketing Claims for OTC Homeopathic Drugs

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released Enforcement Policy Statement on Marketing Claims for OTC Homeopathic Drugs on November 15, 2016. The enforcement policy establishes guidance…

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