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On 5 November 2025, ECHA announced the official designation of 1,1’-(ethane-1,2-diyl)bis[pentabromobenzene] (decabromodiphenylethane, DBDPE) as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC).

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India revised the import policy conditions for certain chemicals and pesticides listed under ITC (HS).

China reviewed 163 national standards, including the General Technical Requirements for Lithium-ion Battery Production Equipment.

Japan issued the schedule for submitting manufacturing and import notifications for low-volume new chemical substances for fiscal year 2026.

On October 2, 2025, UK has launched a public consultation on plans to completely prohibit the use of bisphenol A (BPA), other bisphenol analogues, and their derivatives in food contact materials.

FSSAI released the draft Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Amendment Regulations, 2025.

DCPC issued the PP Materials for Moulding and Extrusion (Quality Control) Second Amendment Order, 2025.

On November 3, 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) solicited public comments on the harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) proposals for a substance, with a consultation period of 60 days.

India DCPC revoked the Quality Control Orders for three chemicals, including Acrylonitrile, Maleic Anhydride and Styrene. BIS certifications are no longer required.