MEE Rolls out Three National Standards on Emission of Air Pollutants
On May 24, 2019, the Chinese Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) introduced three national standards on emission of air pollutants, including the Standard for Fugitive Emission of Volatile Organic Compounds (GB 37822-2019) [1], the Emission...
MOFCOM Initiates Expiry Review Investigation on Acetone Imported from Japan, Singapore, South Korea and Taiwan
Takehome: China MOFCOM decided to conduct an expiry review investigation of anti-dumping measures on acetone imported from Japan, Singapore, South Korea and Taiwan since June 8, 2019.
China Details First Green Packaging National Standard
China's packaging industry is gargantuan, with over 200,000 manufacturers, involved in the production of tens of thousands of product categories.
South Korea Addresses Concerns over Two Special Cases for K-REACH Pre-registration
The amended K-REACH requires all existing substances that are manufactured or imported in quantities at or above one tonne per year to be registered. Existing chemical substances pre-registered before Jun 30th, 2019 will be granted a grace period to complete full...
China Opens Public Consultation on Draft Technical Requirement for Low VOC Content Coatings
Takehome: NCIA released a new draft of Technical Requirement for Low VOC Content Coatings Product and sought feedback from the public. The limits of the VOC content in water-based coatings, solvent-based coatings, solventless coatings and radiation curable...
South Korea MoE Issues Additional Chemical Safety Management Program
Takehome: MoE has proposed a new chemical safety management program based on findings that indicate the current requirements as mandated by the Chemical Control Act (CCA) are inadequate to ensure safety during handling/treatment of hazardous chemicals,...
South Korea’s Inspection of Risk Management Plans Implementation under CCA
Takehome： The National Institute of Chemical Safety will conduct inspections assessing the implementation of risk management plans and will share results with regional communities and fire stations. Results and findings will be utilized to optimize response in the event of a chemical accident. 70 industrial sites are facing inspection this year, 8 of...South Korea CCA: Submitting an Off-Site Consequence Analysis
As the maximum grace period will come to an end, industry has lots of concerns over CCA implementation. Most concerns are about Off-Site Consequence Analyses, which is newly required to be submitted in CCA and is difficult for enterprises to prepare by themselves. This article will show you what the OCA is, the contents of OCA, and government's supporting on preparing OCA....Objective and Guiding Principles of the Sound Management of Chemicals
Chemicals are a major part of our daily life. The use of chemicals in absence of sound management will pose significant risks to human health and the environment. This article reviews important concepts that are essential for understanding the mainstream...Chemical Businesses Caught In Crossfire of Escalating China-US Trade War
Chemical businesses in China and the US, along with dependent sectors downstream in the supply chain, are currently trapped in dire straits amid a protracted and worsening trade war between the two countries. On May 13, 2019, China announced tariffs ranging from 5% to 25% on 5,140 US products on a $60 billion target list. Products affected include beverages, batteries, and chemicals,...South Korea MoE Responds to Industry Concerns over CCA Implementation
Takehome: South Korea’s MoE has responded to industry concerns over CCA implementation as the grace period will come to an end on 31 Dec 2019. CCA grace period varies in different situations including: permission management of hazardous chemicals, preparation and submission of off-site impact assessment report and risk management plan, management of...K-REACH Only Representative Transfer Issues: Can I Change My OR?
Takehome: Non-Korean manufacturers/importers can appoint an Only Representative (OR) to fulfil K-REACH obligations. Selection of an OR is not without risks and variability in the competency of ORs means that companies may need to change...
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KKDIK: REACH Law in Turkey
Thursday, 13 June 2019
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Updates on Taiwan New and Existing Chemical Registration
Thursday, 30 May 2019
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Compliance of Food Contact Materials in China: Application of New Substances
Monday, 29 April 2019
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Updates in China's Hazardous Waste Management Regulations and Compliance Suggestions
Tuesday, 9 April 2019
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Preparing for K-REACH Pre-registration
Tuesday, 2 April 2019
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- Hazard Evaluation Results of Registered New Chemicals under K-REACH
- Hazard Evaluation Results of Registered New Chemicals under K-REACH
- Toxic Chemical Substance List (TCSL)
- Measures for the Safety Administration of Road Transport of Dangerous Goods
- Enforcement Rule of Occupational Safety and Health Act
- Interim Administrative Measures for the Regulatory Circular of the Lithium Ion Battery Industry (2018)
