Ukraine Announces New Chemical Safety Law
The new law is modeled after the EU CLP/REACH and identifies requirements for registration, permits, chemical safety as well as labeling requirements.
New York State Bans Mercury in Cosmetics and Personal Care
The ban was signed December 2022 and prohibits the sale of personal care and cosmetic products containing various forms of mercury in the state starting June 2023.
Canada Publishes HPR Amendments to Align with Rev 7 of GHS
Canada has published amendments aligning the HPR to the 7th edition of GHS. New definitions, adoption of new hazard categories and sub-categories, and new test procedures are highlights of the amendments which have a three-year transition period.
Australia Launches IChEMS Online Register
Australia launches the IChEMS Register which contains end uses, prohibitions, restrictions, and control measures of industrial chemicals in seven schedules.
Washington Proposes New Rule for Consumer Products
The rule, proposed by the Department of Ecology, would restrict or require reporting for toxic chemicals in targeted consumer product categories.
EU Safe and Sustainable Chemicals Recommendation Published
The EU has published a recommendation and annex providing details for determining safe and sustainable chemicals.
UL Solutions Laboratories Approved for ZDHC Testing
UL Solutions supports the textile and leather industry through ZDHC-approved laboratories worldwide by providing testing to the ZDHC Wastewater Guidelines 2.1.
Biden Administration Proposes Mandatory Environmental Disclosure for Large Federal Contractors
Biden administration expands climate goal initiatives with new proposed rule covering federal contractors with more than $7.5 million (USD).
Developing Sustainable Consumer Products Through Chemistry
Read UL Solutions’ white paper to learn about the opportunities and challenges involved in manufacturing sustainable products with sustainable chemistry.
Taiwan Amends Regulations for Labeling and SDS
Taiwan will adopt the minimum dimensions of the label for the container or package of toxic and concerned chemical substances beginning Oct. 31, 2023.