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U.S. FDA Declares 35 PFAS Food Contact Notifications Ineffective
On January 3, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a notice regarding Food Contact Notifications That Are No Longer Effective. In this notice, the FDA determined that 35 food contact notifications (FCNs) related to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are no longer effective, following notifications from manufacturers that they have ceased the production, supply, or use of the listed Food contact substances (FCSs) in the United States.
Jan 10, 2025
POLICY/REGULATION
India Establishes EPR Regulation for End-of Life Vehicles
On January 6, 2025, India's Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) released the Environment Protection (End-of-Life Vehicles) Rules, 2025, which introduced the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for end-of-life (EoL) vehicles. The new rule shall come into force from April 1, 2025.
Jan 08, 2025
POLICY/REGULATION
Japan Revises Food Recycling Law: Key Updates for Food Manufacturers
On December 27, 2024, Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) released a draft amendment to the Ordinance Defining the Criteria for Food-related Businesses to Make Decisions Regarding the Promotion of Recycling and Utilization of Food Resources. These changes introduce new requirements specifically targeting food manufacturers and retailers, aiming to minimize food waste and optimize resource use. The revised provisions will take effect after the official announcement.
Dec 31, 2024
POLICY/REGULATION
Thailand Advances Sustainable Packaging Initiative with Label-Free Bottle Proposal
Thailand plans to revise regulations enabling bottled water manufacturers to display product information without plastic wrap-around labels. Additionally, the government is considering tax incentives to promote the use of recycled materials.
Dec 30, 2024
POLICY/REGULATION
Dec 27, 2024
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A Collection of Green Certifications Recognized in Local Markets Worldwide
ChemLinked compiles a comprehensive list of green certifications recognized in local markets around the world, including officially recognized voluntary certifications and third-party Type I ecolabels in accordance with the ISO 14024 standard.
Dec 18, 2024
POLICY/REGULATION
EU
Overpackaging
EPR
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Circular economy
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Post Consumer Recycled (PCR)
EU Adopts the Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste (PPWR)
On December 16, 2024, the Council of the EU formally adopted the PPWR, marking the final step in the legislative process.
Dec 17, 2024
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