The government has approved a national list of prohibited and restricted chemicals

The government has approved a national list of chemicals that will be banned or restricted under a framework aligned with EU REACH rules, setting the stage for tighter controls on production, sales, use, packaging, and labeling across a wide range of industries. The new requirements are expected to push companies to review supply chains and substitute hazardous inputs, while the full impact on the market and compliance obligations will depend on the detailed rules now being introduced.