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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Hazardous chemicals found in plastic products in Africa and Arab
Hazardous chemicals found in plastic products in Africa and Arab

Two Non-Governmental Organizations conducted tests on toys and other consumer products found on sale in African and Arab countries. A report published on May 24, 2022, shows that the tests discovered...

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South Africa plans to update its toy migration limits
South Africa plans to update its toy migration limits

South Africa opened a consultation until April 29, 2022, to consult on the migration limits for 19 substances used in toy production. This new draft standard is aimed at upgrading South...

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