Spotlight on Regulatory Updates
What You Need to Know
KKDIK After Temporary Registrations: What We Know So Far
Türkiye’s KKDIK temporary registration deadline has passed. Learn about full registration requirements, KKS updates, potential deadline extensions and next steps for compliance.
The Clock is Ticking for Turkey REACH (KKDIK) Compliance
Turkey’s KKDIK chemical regulation is tightening ahead of the 30 September 2026 deadline. Learn about full and temporary registration requirements, lead registrant obligations, LOA access, and enforcement measures affecting market access.
China’s Draft Revision to New Chemical Substance Regulations
China has released a draft revision of its New Chemical Substance Regulations, replacing MEE Order No. 12 from August 2026. Key changes include revised registration categories, stricter post-registration duties, updated CBI rules, and expanded compliance obligations.
Peru Finalises Chemical Management Regulation under Decree 1570
Peru has adopted Supreme Decree No. 005-2026-MINAM, implementing its national chemicals law under Decree 1570. Learn about new GHS requirements, RENASQ registration, phased deadlines, and compliance obligations through 2031.
UK REACH Update: The New Strategic Approach to SVHCs
DEFRA has added 26 substances to the UK REACH SVHC Registry of Intentions as the UK aligns more closely with the EU Candidate List. Learn what this means for compliance and upcoming consultation deadlines.
KKDIK 2026 Compliance Update: What the Latest Regulatory Developments Mean for Industry
Turkey’s MoEUCC has introduced an Individual Temporary Registration pathway under KKDIK and requires all substances to have a full or temporary registration by 30 September 2026. Learn what companies must do to maintain market access.
China calls for 2025 activity reports on registered new chemicals
China’s SCC mandates companies handling priority registered new chemicals to submit 2025 activity reports by 30 April 2026, including production, import volumes, environmental releases, downstream use, and risk control measures.
Malaysia requires detailed hazardous substance reporting by 31 March
Malaysia’s DOSH requires manufacturers and importers of hazardous chemicals to submit detailed data via CIMS by 31 March 2026, improving chemical traceability, hazard communication, and workplace safety.
Vietnam issues new decrees and circulars to implement updated Chemicals Law
Vietnam has released new decrees and circulars to implement its updated Chemicals Law 2026, providing guidance on chemical listings, safety, hazardous substances, and import/export licensing for a modernized regulatory framework.
Colombia Publishes First National Inventory of Industrial Chemicals
Learn how Colombia’s Decree 1630/2021 regulates industrial chemicals through INSQUI registration, substance reporting, and GHS/OECD alignment. Understand manufacturer and importer obligations, upcoming 2025 deadlines, and how the Representante Exclusivo del Exterior (REE) protects foreign manufacturers’ confidential information.
Colombia’s Decree 1630/2021: Key Compliance Requirements for Industrial Chemicals
Learn how Colombia’s Decree 1630/2021 regulates industrial chemicals through INSQUI registration, substance reporting, and GHS/OECD alignment. Understand manufacturer and importer obligations, upcoming 2025 deadlines, and how the Representante Exclusivo del Exterior (REE) protects foreign manufacturers’ confidential information.
Australia Finalises IChEMS Controls for Six Chemical Groups
Australia’s DCCEEW has announced new IChEMS environmental controls for six chemical groups, with implementation starting in 2026. Learn what’s changing and how to stay compliant.