Canada Updates Mercury Regulations: Expanded Prohibitions and Improved Compliance
In a significant move to improve environmental protection and public health, the Canadian government recently updated its regulations on mercury-containing products. These changes, announced on June 19, 2024, mark a critical...
Read MoreCanada updates Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist: Bans Basic Green 4 and restricts three ingredients
Canada updates Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist: Bans Basic Green 4 and restricts three ingredients On May 17, 2024, Health Canada released its latest update to the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist, adding Basic Green...
Read MoreCanada proposes to amend the DSL for the Piperazine notification process.
On 11 May 2024, the Canadian Department of Environment published a notice proposing amendments to the Domestic Substance List (DSL) and introducing significant new activity (SNAC) notification requirements for certain consumer...
Read MoreCanadian Government to Restrict Gas Oils and Kerosene Substances in Consumer Products Due to Health Risks
The Canadian government has announced plans to restrict more than a dozen gas oil and kerosene substances in certain consumer products, citing potential risks to human health. The decision follows a...
Read MoreCanada Moves to Label Polymers of Low Concern Polymers on the Domestic Substances List
On May 11, 2024, the Minister of the Environment published a Notice of Intent to amend the Domestic Substances List (DSL) under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA) by adding...
Read MoreHealth Canada Announces Updates to Hazardous Materials Information Review Act for Confidential Business Information Exemptions
On March 26, 2024, Health Canada introduced significant changes to the Hazardous Materials Information Review Act (HMIRA) aimed at simplifying the process for companies seeking Confidential Business Information (CBI) exemptions for...
Read MoreGovernment of Canada Releases Acids and Bases Group Assessment: Concludes Substances Are Not Harmful to Health or the Environment
On April 27, 2024, the Government of Canada has published the Acids and Bases Group Assessment, which concludes that these substances are not harmful to human health or the environment. A...
Read MoreCanada amends cosmetic regulations for cosmetic fragrance allergens
On 24 April 2024, Health Canada published an amendment to the labeling and notification requirements for cosmetic ingredients. The amendment was published in the Canada Gazette, part II, Volume 158, No.9....
Read MoreCanada Approves Eight Hydrocarbon-Based Substances after Environmental Assessment
On April 20, 2024, the Canadian government announced the approval of eight hydrocarbon-based chemicals following a thorough assessment under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA). According to the findings, these...
Read MoreCanada Strengthens Environmental Regulations with New Plastics Reporting Mandate
The Canadian Department of the Environment announced on April 20, 2024, an enhanced regulation under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, that will now require industries involved with plastic resins and...
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