Standardization Administration of China (SAC) Issues Two Notifications on Standardization work
Takehome: Notification 1. SAC issued a notification on an investigation into China’s development of foreign language versions of Chinese national standards. Notification 2. SAC also issued a notification on investigations into...
China Introduces Compliance Assessment System for RoHS 2
Takehome: SAMR and MIIT released China RoHS 2: Implementation Arrangements for Compliance Assessment System to detail the compliance assessment activities. Two methods of compliance assessment are recognized. A public service platform of China...
187 Nations Agree to Stem Export of Plastic Waste to Poor Countries
A total of 187 nations — nearly every country in the world — agreed on May 10, 2019 to curb flow of plastic waste into poorer countries, the United Nations said.
South Korea Consults on Revised OSHA Enforcement Rules
Takehome: Four OSHA’s enforcement rules were revised and the drafts are open for public comments until 3 June. Amendments focus on increased liability for company representatives and contractors, prohibition on sub-contracting high risk work, SDS...
China’s “No-waste City” Pilot Program in Full Swing
Takehome: MEE released the list of pilot “no-waste cities” and issued guidance documents for the compilation of local implementation schemes. The implementation of the pilot program poses numerous challenges for relevant stakeholders in the chemical...
China’s Local Governments Intensifying Catalogue-based Regulation of Hazardous Chemicals
On April 2, 2019, the Department of Emergency Management of Shandong Province released the Catalogue of Prohibited Hazardous Chemicals of Shandong Province (Tranche 1) [1], specifying that 44 categories of hazardous chemicals will be...
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...An Overview of China’s 2019 Plan for EIA and Emission Management
China MEE issued the 2019 Priorities in Environmental Impact Assessment and Emission Management, specifying key tasks and requirements with regard to EIA and emission management.Key Takeaways for Taiwan Existing Chemical Registration
Taiwan’s New and Existing Chemical Registration Regulation was revised and promulgated on 11 March 2019. The amendment details have been reported by ChemLinked (CL news). During the industry focused seminar held on 26 Mar 2019 in Taipei, the revised...China’s Chemical Supervision Scheme 2019: Hazardous Chemicals, Oil & Gas Pipelines, Fireworks & Firecrackers, and Non-pharmaceutical Precursor Chemicals of Drugs
Takehome: China MEM released its 2019 scheme on chemical supervision and control. Six key missions are developed with aims to reduce the number of major accidents, improve the control and regulation of major risks, and enhance the safety management of hazardous chemicals.China Implements New Standard on Major Hazard Installations for Hazardous Chemicals
On November 19, 2018, Chinese State Administration for Market Regulation and Standardization Administration announced the release of the revised Identification of Major Hazard Installations for Hazardous Chemicals (GB 18218-2018). It will come into mandatory...
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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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How to Deal With SDS Confidentiality of Business Information in Taiwan
Thursday, 21 March 2019
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- 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)
- Regulatory Standards for the Lithium-ion Battery Industry (2018)
