Regulatory Briefing
South Africa does not yet have an approved National Chemical Inventory. However, under the Hazardous Substances Act (Act No. 15 of 1973), a list of hazardous substances is maintained.
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Public Consultation Open on South Africa's New Draft Regulation on Hazardous Chemicals Implementing GHS 10
The Department of Employment and Labour in South Africa has announced a new draft Regulation (Notice No. 50431) aimed at controlling exposure to Hazardous Chemical Agents (HCAs). These regulations will implement...
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East African countries notify WTO of draft standards for skincare products
On 9 April 2024, five East African countries (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda) notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of Draft East African standards for special purposes (anti-aging and sunscreen)...
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